Exterior Painting
Painting a Home in Peachtree Corners: A Local Guide
What Peachtree Corners homeowners should know before repainting: repairs on 1970s and 1980s homes, HOA color rules, timing and interiors, from our office on Medlock Bridge Rd.
By Andrés R. Paz Barillas, Owner 4 min readPublished
Quick answer
Many Peachtree Corners homes were built in the 1970s and 1980s, so a good paint job here starts with repairs: soft wood on trim and fascia, worn siding and peeling caulk. Check your HOA's color rules first, plan exterior work for mild, dry weather, and choose a painter who preps carefully. MG Barillas Painting is based right here at 3847 Medlock Bridge Rd.
Now that our headquarters is in Peachtree Corners, we get asked the same questions by neighbors almost every week. Here is what we tell homeowners in Peachtree Corners, Norcross, Berkeley Lake and Duluth before they repaint, inside or out.
Know the house you're painting
Peachtree Corners grew up around Technology Park, planned in the late 1960s, and many of its first neighborhoods, like Peachtree Station, Chattahoochee Station and Spalding Corners, date to the 1970s. Homes from that era often have wood siding or wood trim, cedar or composite accents and decades of paint layers. Newer homes are more likely to have fiber cement siding and brick. Each needs a different approach to prep and primer.
Fix before you paint
Fresh paint over soft wood fails fast. Before we quote a repaint, we check:
- Fascia, soffits and window trim for soft or rotted wood, especially where gutters overflow.
- Siding for cracked boards, gaps and failed caulk at corners and seams.
- Decks, rails and doors that get full sun or standing water.
We handle wood rot repair and siding repair as part of the job, so the paint goes onto sound surfaces and lasts.
Check HOA color rules early
Many Peachtree Corners neighborhoods have an HOA with an architectural review step for exterior colors. Ask for the approved palette or the approval form before you fall in love with a color. We are happy to bring samples and help you pick body, trim and accent colors that fit your roof, brick and the rules. Our guide on choosing exterior paint colors walks through it.
Pick the right time of year
Exterior paint needs mild temperatures and dry surfaces to cure well. In metro Atlanta, spring and fall are the most comfortable seasons for exterior work, and they book up first. Summer works too with early starts, and in winter we focus on interiors and schedule exterior days around the weather. Pollen season is a good time to pressure wash before painting.
Inside the house
For interiors, the most common requests we see in older Peachtree Corners homes are updating dark or dated colors, refreshing trim and doors, painting kitchen cabinets, and removing popcorn ceilings. Patching and drywall repair come first so the finish looks smooth in every light.
Working with a local crew
A painter based nearby can come back quickly for a touch-up, meet you at the house after work, and knows the neighborhoods and their HOAs. Our office is at 3847 Medlock Bridge Rd, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092, open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Owner Andrés R. Paz Barillas walks every estimate, and our crews protect floors and landscaping and clean up every day.
Ready to start? Request a free estimate or call or text (678) 949-4849.
Key takeaways
- Many Peachtree Corners homes date to the 1970s and 1980s, so repairs come before paint.
- Check your HOA's color rules before choosing exterior colors.
- Spring and fall are ideal for exterior painting and book up first.
- A local crew can respond faster for estimates and touch-ups.
Frequently asked questions
Do you paint homes in Peachtree Corners?
Yes. Our headquarters is in Peachtree Corners, and we paint homes and businesses throughout the city and nearby communities. See painting in Peachtree Corners.
Do I need HOA approval to repaint my house?
Many Peachtree Corners neighborhoods require approval for exterior color changes. Check with your HOA before you start. We can help you prepare color samples for the request.
Can you repair rotted wood before painting?
Yes. We repair and replace soft trim, fascia and siding as part of the job so the new paint lasts.
Are estimates free?
Yes. Request a free estimate and we will set up a time to look at your project.
Related services: Exterior Painting · Interior Painting · Wood Rot Repair · Peachtree Corners
