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A proper wash isn't just about cleaning; it's our first chance to really inspect the exterior and find exactly where the house needs the most help.

• The Deep Clean: We perform a thorough close-wash of all walls, trim, and gutters to clear out algae, pollution, and nests.
• Mildew Treatment: We don't just rinse mildew; we apply targeted cleaners to neutralize organic growth.
• The Final Rinse: After the power-rinse, we follow up with a high-volume garden hose rinse to ensure all masonry and plants are cleared of debris.

• Glass Safety: We never hit windows directly with high pressure. We keep our distance and use a gentle rinse for glass and delicate trim.
• Dry-Cleaning: For spots where water might cause more harm than good, we use gas blowers and stiff brushes to prep the surface instead.
• Strategic Inspection: We use the wash to blow off loose paint, which acts as a roadmap for where we'll need to scrape and sand later.
• Roof-Line Care: Any areas we can't safely reach with a pole from the ground are manually dry-cleaned right before we start painting.

Drying Time: This is the most critical variable. We usually need about a week—anywhere from 5 to 20 days—to make sure the wood is bone-dry and ready to hold a new coat of paint.

We allow 5-20 days for the water to completely dry. Phase 2: We protect all surfaces not designated for paint. This section serves as your written guarantee that our team will maintain the cleanliness of your property. Our protection standards include:

• Windows: Masked with 3M window masking film to prevent overspray.
• Decks & Railings: "Tight-masked" with 3M masking paper and fully covered with drop cloths to prevent drips and overlaps.
• Walkways: Completely covered with tarps or drop cloths to safeguard against spills.
• Plants: Protected with painter's plastic or tarps. We tie back branches or prune small sections touching the house to prevent rubbing against wet paint.
• Brick: Precision masked with 3M masking paper to protect masonry from overspray.
• Patio & BBQ: Moved a safe distance from the workspace during the project.

To ensure a professional finish, exterior lights, house numbers, and temperature sensors are removed and reinstalled after painting. Doorknobs: These are usually removed; however, hardware that may require a locksmith for reinstallation (such as Baldwin deadbolts) will be masked and painted around to avoid mechanical issues.

Lights: Fixtures with stuck, stripped, or rusted screws—or those with foam insulation injected behind them—will be masked to prevent damage to the siding. Permanent Fixtures: Gutters, downspouts, doors, and older wood shutters (fragile to removal) are generally not removed. Utility boxes also remain in place and are masked.

Wood surfaces are power washed, sanded, and scraped to remove all loose, peeling, or chipping paint. We remove stray nails, hooks, and staples and secure any loose or warped siding. Special attention is paid to the ends of verge boards, the south side of the structure, and garage doors.

Restoration: In cases of extreme peeling, we use power grinders to remove loose paint and restore surfaces to original condition as much as possible. Please note that power grinders are reserved for severe conditions (such as homes unpainted for many years) and may reduce the natural roughness of cedar siding.

We spot-prime bare spots and Cedar stains using one coat of either Sherwin Williams® Exterior Oil-Based Primer or SMART PRIME® by Zinsser®. Applied via brush, roll, or spray (with back-rolling), our primers penetrate bare spots, seal the wood, and prevent tannin bleeding or staining.

We allow a minimum of one hour for fast-drying primers to cure. In accordance with manufacturer specifications, we also prime rusty pipes and any previously painted metal hardware.

What is NOT primed:

• Areas where previous coats of paint are sound and not peeling or chipping.
• The entire exterior will NOT be primed unless your home has never been painted.
• No primer is applied prior to using any type of penetrating stain.

Learn more: What is spot-prime?

For a durable, water-tight finish on any exterior surface, we utilize Sherwin Williams® PowerHouse™. This high-performance, one-component acrylic urethane sealant meets the rigorous ASTM C-920 requirements. Our team seals all previously caulked gaps, cracks, nail holes, and trim-to-siding joints.

Hardie-Plank or Fiber-Cement siding: Please note that all butt joints will be caulked only if they were previously caulked (Example).

Our preparation process includes a thorough inspection of all verge boards. We identify and replace any missing shingles at the end of each board to ensure the integrity of the roofline and a seamless finish.

Your front door will not be power washed to avoid risk of damage. The entire exterior surface of the door is sanded, and bare spots are primed as needed. We then apply 2-3 coats (depending on color coverage) of Sherwin Williams Resilience® Exterior Gloss paint (100% Acrylic) for a premium, durable finish.

Lifetime Workmanship Warranty

This Limited Warranty is issued by Elegant Painting® exclusively to the original purchaser of our exterior painting services for a single-family residential dwelling (“Home”). If our team fails to apply paint to any area included in the original estimate, Elegant Painting® shall, upon presentation of proof of purchase, return and correct the missed spots.

Duration: “Lifetime” refers to the period beginning on the date of purchase and continuing for as long as you own the Home. This warranty is non-transferable.

Exclusions & Liability: This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from structural defects or the failure of previous coats of paint. Elegant Painting's entire liability is limited exclusively to a touch-up visit as needed. The homeowner is responsible for providing the touch-up paint left upon project completion.

3-Year Peeling and Chipping Warranty

This Limited 3-Year Warranty is issued to the original purchaser (“Owner”) of a contract for a free-standing single-family residence (“Home”). If the coating peels or chips, Elegant Painting® shall, upon presentation of the original signed contract and verification of ownership, repair the affected areas.

Terms: This warranty is valid for three years, provided the coating remains unaltered and the original purchaser retains ownership of the Home. This warranty is non-transferable.

What is Not Covered:

This warranty does not cover defects or damage beyond our direct control, including:
• Fire, settlement, structural cracks, faulty construction, or misuse of the Home.
• Natural causes, third-party damage, foreign objects/agents, or ordinary wear and tear.
• Fading due to UV exposure, moisture content of the substrate, or mechanical damage.
• Abrasive cleaning, harsh chemicals, or damage from plants, pets, and wildlife.
• Specific Exclusions: Ends of fascia boards, shingles, decks, railings, fencing, doors, windows, and anything related to caulking.
• Environmental/External Factors: Damage from leaky gutters, insects, birds, bats, rodents, dry-rot, or work performed by other contractors.
• Paint Bubbles: Paint bubbles/blisters of any kind are expressly excluded. Why our warranty does not cover bubbles.

Department of Labor and Industries Contractor Registration

Business Name: ELEGANTPAINTING.COM LLC doing business as Elegant Painting®
Notice to Customers:

This contractor is registered with the state of Washington, registration no. ELEGAP*821B3, and has posted with the state a bond or deposit of $30,000.00 for the purpose of satisfying claims against the contractor for breach of contract including negligent or improper work in the conduct of the contractor's business.

This bond or deposit is not for your exclusive use because it covers all work performed by this contractor. The bond or deposit is intended to pay valid claims up to $30,000.00 that you and other customers, suppliers, subcontractors, or taxing authorities may have.

For greater protection you may withhold a percentage of your contract.

You may withhold a contractually defined percentage of your construction contract as retainage for a stated period of time to provide protection to you and help insure that your project will be completed as required by your contract.

Your property may be liened.

If a supplier of materials used in your construction project or an employee or subcontractor of your contractor or subcontractors is not paid, your property may be liened for payment and you could pay twice for the same work.

For additional protection:

You may request the contractor to provide you with original “lien release” documents from each supplier or subcontractor on your project. The contractor is required to provide you with further information about lien release documents if you request it. General information is also available from the state Department of Labor and Industries.

The contractor must retain a copy of this disclosure statement in his or her files for a minimum of three years and produce a copy to the department upon request. For more information, please refer to RCW 18.27.114.
F625-030-000 Disclosure Statement Notice to Customer 12-2015

Painting Service Agreement

This agreement is made between the Homeowner (“Owner”) and Elegant Painting® (“Contractor”). In consideration of the mutual covenants set forth below, both parties agree as follows:

Section One: Services and Site

Contractor shall furnish all labor and materials necessary to perform painting services at the property address listed on Page 1. The Owner warrants that they are the sole legal owner of the property and are not acting as a property manager, rental agent, or investor.

Section Two: Scope of Work

Contractor shall provide professional painting services as detailed in this document (Tabs 3–13) in a workmanlike and timely manner. Contractor is not responsible for improvements other than those specifically stated, such as landscaping, grading, walkways, sewer systems, steps, driveways, patios, or aprons, unless explicitly included in the project overview.

Section Three: Payment Terms

• Initial Deposit: Due 1–5 days before the project begins (prior to paint purchase).
• Progress Payments: Projects exceeding $5,000.00 require a payment at the 50% completion mark. Projects exceeding $10,000.00 may require multiple progress payments.
• Final Balance: Due in full on the day of project completion.

If any installment is not paid when due, Contractor may cease work until payment is received. Installments unpaid after ten (10) days may result in legal proceedings to enforce the Contractor's rights under this agreement.

Section Four: Cancellation & Expiration

Either party may cancel this agreement at any time before paint has been ordered or labor has commenced.

*This estimate and price guarantee expire in October of the current year. Our fixed-price guarantee remains in effect unless the project scope is increased by the Owner.