Assess & protect
Review the wall, existing coating, cracks, moisture signs and access. Define repairs and protect glazing, paving, plants and occupied areas before preparation.
Exterior painting · South Florida A fresh perspective. A thoughtful finish.
Beautiful color starts beneath the surface.
Refresh your home, condominium or commercial property with a plan for preparation, repairs and the right coating—not just a new color.
Request a painting assessment See what goes into the finishCoastal white · Warm white / Soft ivory / Deep blue
A light wall, a quiet trim and a more defined entrance. Compare the white against the existing roof and paving before choosing a sample.
Warm sand · Sandy beige / Limestone / Clay
Warm neutrals with an earthy entrance. Review the undertones beside stone, terracotta and landscaping in both sun and shade.
Sea glass · Muted sage / Warm white / Forest green
A softened green paired with pale trim. Test a physical sample on more than one elevation; the surrounding light changes the impression.
Quiet stone · Light gray / Chalk white / Graphite
A restrained gray composition with a darker entrance. Check how the gray reads next to the roof, window frames and neighboring properties.
Inspiration only—not manufacturer colors. Confirm physical samples, sheen and any required approvals.
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All construction services ↗The work behind the finish
A better finish starts
before the first coat.
A freshly painted wall should be the result of a considered process. Start with its condition, then choose preparation and products suited to that surface.
Clean & repair
Choose cleaning methods suited to the surface. Remove contamination and unsound coating, address biological growth and repair appropriate defects; investigate active movement or water entry separately.
Prime & coat
Specify compatible preparation, primer and finish products for the substrate. Follow their requirements for dry surfaces, application conditions, coverage, film thickness and recoating.
Review & maintain
Check coverage, detail work and agreed repairs. Complete the punch list, remove protection, and retain product, color, warranty and maintenance information.
Recurring damage needs a closer look.
Blistering, peeling, spalling or returning cracks can point to more than an aging finish. Investigate moisture, movement and unsound material before covering the symptoms. Painting is not structural repair or a substitute for fixing water entry.
Concrete restoration ↗Specify for the surface
The right system.
In the right conditions.
Coastal exposure, prior coatings and the supporting material affect the specification. A product name alone does not tell you whether it is right for the wall.
Stucco & masonry
Start with a sound wall.
Review cracks, repairs, chalking and moisture. Discuss compatible primers and acrylic or elastomeric systems against the actual substrate and manufacturer instructions.
Ask about: surface condition, compatibility and required film thickness.
Siding, trim & details
Respect the material.
Wood, fiber cement and metal have different preparation and coating needs. Identify deterioration and joint details before defining the paint scope.
Siding & related repairs ↗Weather & exposure
Give the finish its window.
Use the specified limits for surface moisture, temperature, rain exposure and drying. Salt, dirt and biological growth need appropriate preparation—not another coat over the problem.
Ask about: application conditions and the weather contingency.
Preparation guidance should follow the selected product’s label and technical data. Manufacturer reference:
Sherwin-Williams surface preparation ↗Reference only; no manufacturer partnership or product specification is implied.
Homes · Associations · Businesses
One property.
A coordinated scope.
Lead with the exterior, or discuss related painting and finish work together. Confirm the surfaces, access and product requirements before work is scheduled.
Residential exteriors
Exterior walls, trim and appropriate detail surfaces, with preparation and repair needs defined before the color is selected.
Condominiums & commercial properties
Discuss elevations, resident or tenant communication, access equipment, restricted areas and protection for vehicles and landscaping.
Occupied-building planning ↗Interior & decorative work
Walls, ceilings, doors, cabinets, accent walls and decorative finishes: discuss related interior painting alongside the exterior work where needed.
Workspaces & specialty finishes
Offices, retail, restaurants and warehouses have different operating and finish needs. Ask about specialty coatings, including epoxy floors, with suitability and availability confirmed for the project.
Commercial project coordination ↗
More than application
Connect the preparation
to the final details.
Discuss pressure washing, drywall repair, color consultation and finish work as part of a clearly written scope. Identify what is included, what is excluded and how unexpected repairs will be handled.
Drywall & finish preparation ↗Coordinate window replacement ↗Before you choose a proposal
Compare the work.
Not just the price.
The scope should tell you what will happen to the surface, how the property will be protected and what the finished work includes.
Plan your painting project- PreparationCleaning, growth treatment, loose coating, repairs and primer requirements.
- ProductsSpecified coating system, color, sheen, coverage and application requirements.
- ProtectionAccess, masking, plants, paving, vehicles and occupant communication.
- ApprovalsAssociation, historic-review or local requirements, where applicable.
- CompletionInspection, touch-ups, cleanup, product records and written warranty terms.
Practical answers
Before the color
goes on.
Preparation, coatings, timing and occupied properties: the questions worth asking before work starts.
Construction advice library ↗How often should a South Florida property be repainted?
There is no single interval for every building. Substrate condition, prior preparation, coating selection, exposure and maintenance all affect the finish. Look for chalking, peeling, cracking, fading or recurring growth and arrange an assessment rather than relying on a fixed lifespan.
Can you paint over cracks or peeling paint?
Not as a substitute for preparation. Unsound coating needs to be addressed, and cracks need assessment before repair or coating. Active movement, spalling or recurring cracks may require a separate repair scope or engineering review. A finish coat cannot repair a structural problem.
Why does mildew keep returning?
Dampness, shade, surface contamination and maintenance can contribute. Identify the growth and moisture conditions, use an appropriate treatment and allow the surface to dry as required before coating. Paint alone does not remove the underlying conditions or guarantee that growth will never return.
Is an elastomeric coating better than acrylic paint?
Not automatically. Compare the specific products against the wall, existing finish, moisture conditions and required performance. Elastomeric systems may be specified for certain masonry applications, but their crack-bridging limits, film thickness and compatibility must be checked. Neither label substitutes for a substrate assessment.
Will exterior paint stop a leak?
Do not assume it will. Water may enter at windows, joints, roof-to-wall details or damaged materials. Find the entry path and define the appropriate repair or waterproofing scope. Exterior paint is not a replacement for sound flashing, sealants or a properly specified water-management system.
How should I choose the color and sheen?
Start with the roof, paving, window frames and any association or historic requirements. Compare physical samples in daylight and shade and confirm the sheen on the actual surface. The digital palette on this page is inspiration only, not an accurate product color or a manufacturer match.
Can a condominium or business remain occupied during painting?
Discuss the access and operating constraints before agreeing the schedule. Plan notices, window or balcony restrictions, vehicle and landscape protection, working hours and temporary closures around the actual work. Continued occupancy or uninterrupted business operation cannot be assumed for every scope.
Does exterior painting need permits or color approval?
Requirements depend on the address, building and associated repairs. Confirm current requirements with the local authority and any condominium, homeowners association or historic-review body before committing to the color or scope. Repairs, access equipment or other accompanying work may have separate requirements.
Do you also handle interior or specialty painting?
Perkins’ published painting services include residential interiors and exteriors, cabinets, decorative finishes, offices, retail spaces, restaurants, warehouses and specialty coatings. Discuss the substrate, intended use and product requirements with the team so availability and scope can be confirmed for your project.
What determines price, schedule and warranty coverage?
Surface area, building height, access, preparation, repairs, coating system and finish details affect the proposal. Weather, drying and product requirements affect scheduling. Request written inclusions, exclusions, change approvals and applicable warranty terms; no generic price, completion date or coating lifespan applies to every property.
Your next step
Let’s refresh
your property.
Tell us the location, property type and the surfaces you want to improve. Miami or Jupiter can discuss an assessment and the next steps.
Request a painting assessmentScope, coating selection, pricing and scheduling are confirmed for your property.
Miami office
305-642-7663 — call the Miami officeMonroe · Miami-Dade · Broward
Jupiter office
561-559-7663 — call the Jupiter officePalm Beach · Martin · St. Lucie
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