Tulsa Exterior Trim Repair

The category of "exterior trim" encompasses all the exterior components of a house that are designed to finish and cover places where different materials meet, such as a window or door trim that covers the gap between the siding and the window or door itself. It's also used in places where materials change direction, like the corner of a house where there's a seam between panels of siding that meet at the corner. Along with window and door frames, that could include drip caps, frieze boards, pediments, and louvers. Some types of homes, such as Victorian-style houses, have elaborate decorative trim such as cornices, corbels, spindles, shutters, and scalloped gables. Trim also typically includes soffit boards and fascia boards.

While some of these components are purely decorative, most are not. They block moisture penetration and pest infestations at vulnerable points on a building, so it's important to make sure they're in good condition. Here are some of the most common issues our handyman professionals encounter when they're called for Tulsa exterior trim repair:

• Wood Rot: It's no secret that outdoor wood trim is vulnerable to rot since it is exposed to the elements and, therefore, can have an elevated moisture content necessary to produce rotted wood. Wood rot repair for minor instances of rot can be done with epoxy wood filler, but for extensive rot, wood replacement is the better option. While cedar wood is rot-resistant, other soft wood types like pine and spruce require routine sealing or staining.
• Peeling Paint: If you see exterior paint flaking off trim or peeling away in strips, especially on wood, that's a sign of moisture damage that should be corrected before wood rot sets in. We can strip off the remaining paint and apply a fresh coat, then follow it with sealant to block out moisture in the future.
• Rust and Corrosion: A lot of exterior trim, especially flashing, is made from metal that can, of course, deteriorate and rust. If the problem is caught relatively early, your Tulsa handyman can likely correct it by removing the rust and applying an anti-rust coating.
• Gaps and Cracks: Since one of the key functions of the exterior trim is to keep out water, air drafts, insects, and other potential damage-causing factors, it stands to reason that cracked trim, gaps, and missing pieces are a bad sign. In this case, the exterior trim repair usually involves replacing missing or damaged pieces.

When you need Tulsa exterior trim repair, count on the team of qualified handyman experts at Mr. Handyman of Greater Tulsa. We are true professionals with the experience and skill to deliver outstanding quality of service and long-lasting results. Aside from exterior trim repair, we offer a wide range of other services such as window repair, drywall repair, fence repair, and much more.