Cerro Painting
How long does an exterior repaint last near Wilmington beaches?
With soft washing, detailed scraping, marine-grade primers, and an annual maintenance visit, most coastal homes enjoy 7–9 years before a complete repaint is required.
FAQ
Painting answers for Wilmington homeowners & businesses
How do you prepare coastal exteriors?
We start with soft washing, scrape failing coatings, repair damaged siding, inspect surfaces, prime with marine-grade products, and apply two finish coats. Daily logs track humidity and cure times.
Do you handle coatings for steel and aluminum?
Yes. Catwalks, tanks, structural steel, and aluminum storefronts receive proper surface prep, zinc-rich primers, and urethane or epoxy finishes. We submit coating data sheets and inspection reports for your records.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Cerro Painting carries full liability and workers comp coverage for North Carolina and provides certificates for HOAs, commercial landlords, and general contractors.
Do you help with color selection?
We offer on-site consultations and sample boards. For HOA-controlled neighborhoods, we document approvals and keep color formulas on file.
Do you work with property managers or Airbnb hosts?
Yes. We coordinate key pickup, lockbox access, guest schedules, and share updates via Buildium, AppFolio, Slack, or text so remote owners never wonder what’s happening.
What brands of paint do you recommend?
Sherwin-Williams Emerald, Benjamin Moore Aura, Advance cabinet finishes, and low-VOC or antimicrobial coatings are specified based on surfaces and indoor air requirements.
Can you handle repairs before painting?
Minor carpentry, drywall, trim replacement, and caulking are handled in-house. For structural issues we coordinate with trusted Wilmington partners.
What areas do you serve?
We cover Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Figure Eight Island, Leland, and Castle Hayne.
How soon can you start?
Interior projects typically begin within 2–3 weeks. Exterior work is scheduled seasonally, with expedited slots for maintenance members.
Cheat sheet
Map your question to the right Cerro resource
| Topic | Where to dive deeper | Instant answer |
|---|---|---|
| Residential process | Residential page (step-by-step walkthrough) | Call (631) 478-5872 and we’ll schedule a walkthrough in 1 business day. |
| Commercial compliance | Commercial process section | Email certificates + RFQs to cerropaintings@yahoo.com for same-day review. |
| Comparing bids | Comparison guide | Upload proposals and we’ll highlight differences in prep, warranty, and schedule. |
Downloadable resources
Prep checklist
Share with your household or office so everyone knows the steps before we arrive.
Maintenance guide
Seasonal tips for Wilmington’s humidity, hurricanes, and salt exposure.
Still have questions?
Let’s talk through your project
Call, email, or fill out the form and we’ll respond with precise answers.
Phone: (631) 478-5872
Email: cerropaintings@yahoo.com