Seasonal Home Maintenance Guide for Georgia Homeowners
A four-season checklist that keeps your paint, trim, and exterior surfaces in good shape year-round.
Dunwoody Painters Maintenance Tips
Paint fails where water gets in. This seasonal checklist catches problems while they're still cheap to fix.
Spring
- Wash pollen off siding, walkways, and decks.
- Inspect caulk around windows, doors, and trim joints.
- Check fascia and sills with a screwdriver for soft spots.
- Clear gutters and confirm downspouts discharge away from the foundation.
Summer
- Watch for mildew on shaded north walls; wash promptly.
- Trim vegetation back at least 12 inches from siding.
- Touch up chips on doors and shutters before UV widens them.
Fall
- Best window for exterior repaints and deck refinishing.
- Re-clear gutters after leaf drop.
- Reseal decks and porches before winter moisture.
Winter
- Ideal time for interior painting, cabinet refinishing, and trim work.
- Run bath fans and address condensation on windows.
- Check crawlspace and basement for moisture that could reach painted surfaces.
Every 2–3 years
- 1Full exterior wash and caulk inspection.
- 2Repaint high-wear trim and doors.
- 3Reseal decks and railings.
Staying ahead of this list is the single cheapest way to stretch an exterior repaint from seven years to eleven.
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