Chances are good that something in your home needs repainting. It seems that as soon as everything is finally freshened up, the cycle begins again. What kinds of questions should you ask your painting contractor before starting a new project? Check out a company’s reputation on Better Business Bureau as well as other trusted social media sites, …
Read Full ArticleSpringtime brings warmer weather, but it also brings rain. Moderate temperatures, overcast skies and days of precipitation are a recipe for mold and mildew growth (yuck!) Bothered by mold on surfaces that aren’t getting much sunlight? There’s a paint product for that. Zinsser Mold-Killing Primer Rustoleum’s Zinsser primer is the only product on the market that claims to kill – …
Read Full ArticleSpring and summer reveal the ravages of severe weather on your home. UV light, insects and other pests, age, materials’ expansion and contraction, water and moisture can also deteriorate your home’s exterior. And there’s no place more revealing of Mother Nature’s damage than your home’s siding and trim, which includes your soffit and fascia. How can you quickly spot this …
Read Full ArticleSpraying vs. rolling vs. brushing … which technique is preferable? With all the paint options and application methods on the market today come many schools of thought. The real answer is, there is no simple answer. It depends. Before picking up your paint tools, it’s important to ask yourself some basic questions, such as: “What look am I attempting to …
Read Full ArticleMost Dallas-Fort Worth homeowners are aware that Phillips Home Improvements has served the metroplex with award-winning customer service, workmanship and integrity for the past two decades. But Phillips is about to be discovered for its partnership with Sherwin Williams in killing dangerous infection-causing bacteria harbored in our homes. And it’s all thanks to Sherwin Williams’ microbicidal invention, Paint Shield®. The …
Read Full ArticleSo, you’ve decided that you want to paint your home so that it looks as fun as you are… However, you have realized that choosing the right exterior house painter isn’t easy. Here are a few tips when looking for the right painting company for your home. Your house painter should know the latest color trends. If you want to …
Read Full ArticleIf you’re like most people, your home is your biggest investment and the place where you enjoy time with your loved ones. But, you may be missing signs that delayed maintenance on your home is costing you money and losing its charm. According to Consumer Reports, homes with exterior paint that was old, faded or damaged sold at a value …
Read Full ArticleHome Improvement companies come and go in Texas. Here in the Lone Star State, licensing is only available for specialty contractors, such as HVAC specialists or plumbers. As a result, anyone with a truck, a ladder and a magnetic sign can sell painting, roofing or gutters, and pose as professionals. So what sets Phillips Home Improvements apart? We believe it’s …
Read Full ArticleExiting and Coming Decorator Trends Phillips is a Painting, Roofing and Gutter company. So we do our fair share of “decorating” … with color. We’ve seen a house or two and we see trends come and go. Which trends are on their way out? And which trends are coming for 2018? Bold saturated colors have largely been replaced with …
Read Full ArticleJason Phillips receiving BBB Torch Award Nomination The Dallas Business Journal once again partnered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving North Central Texas in Dallas in 2018 to confer the highest award on businesses that the Better Business Bureau bestows. Thirteen counties in North Texas are represented by the BBB chapter. And this year, from those thirteen counties, sixteen …
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