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Moisture behind failing paint damages the substrate. Siding can warp and rot quickly in Coquitlam’s rainy winters, turning a cosmetic refresh into expensive structural repairs for the strata corporation.
A new paint job enhances curb appeal and protects against the damp climate. This coating helps the cladding last longer and makes it easier for maintenance crews to clean.
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| Strata Repainting Coquitlam Substrate Material | Standard Acrylic Strata Repainting Price | Premium Elastomeric Strata Repainting Price | Silicone Acrylic Strata Repainting Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiber Cement Board Siding | CAD 3 – 5 per sq ft | CAD 4 – 7 per sq ft | CAD 5 – 8 per sq ft |
| Cast In Place Concrete | CAD 2.50 – 4.50 per sq ft | CAD 3.50 – 6.50 per sq ft | CAD 4.50 – 7.50 per sq ft |
| Exterior Stucco Cladding | CAD 3.50 – 5.50 per sq ft | CAD 4.50 – 7.50 per sq ft | CAD 5.50 – 8.50 per sq ft |
| Natural Cedar Siding | CAD 3.50 – 6.00 per sq ft | CAD 4.50 – 7.50 per sq ft | CAD 5.50 – 8.50 per sq ft |
Protecting your building's exterior
Peeling or faded paint gives a bad impression of your building. Our teams remove old paint, fix any damage, and apply a system made for coastal weather. The result is a clean, even finish that protects the building and improves curb appeal.
We choose the right paint system for each surface—acrylic latex for wood, elastomeric coatings for stucco, and direct-to-metal formulas for railings. Every job includes careful preparation, back-rolling, and a final check. For more details on how we manage multi-unit projects, see strata repainting in Vancouver.
Strata buildings in Coquitlam deal with a lot of moisture. Rain comes in from the inlet, and this dampness speeds up paint failure on outside walls. This means your exterior coatings need to breathe and shed water, or you risk blistering and rot behind the siding.
Many buildings here are from the 1980s and 1990s, often with older stucco or wood siding that needs special care. Our Coquitlam teams understand these surfaces well. We plan around the rainy season and use low-temperature coatings when needed to keep your project on track without cutting corners.
Surface Preparation in Coquitlam
In Coquitlam, we begin our strata exterior work by pressure washing. This removes mildew and loose paint. We apply an oil-based primer to all bare wood to prevent tannin bleed and moisture uptake. For stucco surfaces, we use a penetrating masonry primer to stabilize any chalky areas before applying the topcoat.
Elastomeric coatings are often used on older stucco here. They can bridge hairline cracks and allow for thermal movement without tearing. For wood siding, we choose a high-quality acrylic latex that lets the material breathe while resisting moisture. Metal railings and flashings get a direct-to-metal (DTM) acrylic to prevent rust.
Since Coquitlam can be cool and damp well into spring, our teams often use low-temperature cure coatings. These coatings form a proper film even in moist air. Back-rolling every coat pushes paint into surface pores and removes pinholes that could let moisture in.
In Coquitlam’s rainy climate, the exterior paint must act as a barrier to liquid water while allowing water vapor to escape. If moisture gets trapped behind a coating, it can cause wood rot and blistering. We choose coatings with high vapor permeability for wood and stucco to help the wall dry outwards.
Proper flashing at window heads, sills, and other openings is crucial for directing water away from the wall. Before repainting, our teams check and fix any damaged caulking or missing kick-out flashing that might let water get behind the siding. For stucco buildings, we ensure that weep screeds at the base of walls are clear so any moisture can drain.
By keeping a continuous drainage plane behind the siding and making sure the paint system doesn’t seal the wall too tightly, we protect the structural sheathing from decay. This method is vital for older buildings in Coquitlam where the original building paper may be worn out.
Coquitlam construction hours
Exterior repainting work that creates noise, like scraping or power washing, must follow the City of Coquitlam’s construction hours. This means work is allowed from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. Noisy work is not allowed on Sundays or holidays. However, work that doesn’t disturb neighbours can be done at any time. If your strata repainting project needs loud equipment outside these hours, you must get written approval from the city.
