Trim repair in Wichita, KS, and installation are popular service requested by homeowners because trim damage is commonplace. Before getting into the reasons that damage occurs, you must understand what trim is, as well as what trim isn’t.
Trim performs one or both of the following functions:
- Covering gaps and joints between two structures, such as where the floor meets the wall
- Adding visual interest and decoration to a room’s walls and ceilings in line with the room’s interior design style
There are tons of different types of trim, including:
- Crown molding
- Pierced molding
- Chair and picture rails
- Picture frame molding
- Corbels
- Rosettes
- Baseboard trim
- Door trim
- Window trim
As you’ve probably noticed, two words have been used almost interchangeably: trim and molding. These terms generally refer to the same thing. Whether you use the word ‘molding’ or ‘trim,’ your handyman professional will know what you mean. However, door and window trim are types of casing. The casing is a type of molding or trim, but the term ‘casing’ cannot be used to describe other types of trim.
Most molding is located on the inside of your home, but door and window trim is also located on the exterior. If your molding is made from wood, it can become susceptible to rot. The wood used on your home’s exterior is typically either painted or sealed, but over time, these finishes can wear down and allow moisture to infiltrate the wood fibers. If your exterior trim shows signs of rot, you need our wood rot repair service.
Molding in your home’s interior can also fall victim to the elements. Strong UV rays shining through your windows can cause bleaching, and changes in temperature and humidity from summer to winter can cause your trim to expand and contract, leaving gaps between the trim and the surface they’re attached to.
Other common reasons you may find yourself needing trim repair in Wichita, KS include:
- Filling and repairing nail holes, scratches, and dents
- Re-caulking gaps within seams
- Repainting or staining your molding
- Replacing molding chewed by overstimulated dogs and cats
No matter what the reason or type of damage, our handyman experts can get your trim looking as good as it did when it was first installed.
What’s Included in Our Wichita Trim Installation and Repair Service?
Wondering what to expect when you hire the team at Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area for a Wichita trim installation or repair service? From the moment you first contact us, we strive to make the process as simple as possible. Because we tailor our services to the individual needs of each of our customers, every appointment looks a little bit different. That being said, the general steps we follow for our trim repair and installation services are as follows:
- No-obligation estimate. In occasional circumstances, we may be able to provide you with a job estimate over the phone, but the majority of the time we encourage you to set up an appointment for a free, no-obligation on-site consultation. This will allow us to see firsthand what needs to be done, recommend a variety of options to you, and provide you with a high-accuracy job estimate for your chosen solution.
- Service appointment. If you agree to the cost estimate, we’ll book you in for a service appointment on the day and time that is the most convenient for your busy schedule. On the day of your appointment, we’ll show up on time in a branded Mr. Handyman truck filled with all the power tools and basic equipment we’ll need to complete your job professionally. Before getting started on the work, we’ll explain the process and the expected amount of time that it will take to complete. If anything changes as we work, we’ll let you know immediately.
- Quality checks and clean-up. Once we’ve finished the job, we’ll check to make sure we’re satisfied with the results of our work, and we’ll make sure it meets your approval too. Before leaving, we’ll thoroughly clean up any mess we’ve made and leave your home looking just as clean as it did when we arrived.
Methods Of Trim Repair in Wichita, KS
Now that you know how our service works, you probably want to know the nitty-gritty details of what Wichita trim repair involves. For certain repairs, there are multiple ways of doing them. Rest assured that whatever method your trim carpenter chooses, it’ll be based on years of experience and knowledge.
The method of repair partially depends on the material that your molding is made of. There are a variety of materials available, the most popular of which tends to be real wood. Engineered wood is a great alternative to wood, as it provides an elegant wood aesthetic. Though wood is a beautiful material, it doesn’t hold up well against humidity and temperature fluctuations. Engineered wood is much more resilient.
Other types of molding materials include:
- Plaster
- MDF (medium-density fiberboard)
- PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
- Polyurethane
- Polystyrene
- Metal
It’s typically materials like plaster and real wood that end up needing basic trim repairs in Wichita, KS. Unless rot is to blame for the damage, some possible repair methods that our service professionals may use include:
- Sanding down scratches followed by painting, staining, or sealing
- Filling holes and gaps with wood putty or drywall mud
- Caulking gaps between molding and ceilings or walls
When You Need Wichita Trim Installation
The exterior door and window trim may need to be replaced if severely damaged. This is because this trim plays an important role in keeping your home free from drafts. If a gap between the interior and exterior of your home exists, your HVAC system will have to work much harder to keep your home cool or warm. A hard-working HVAC system means a higher energy bill.
When problems such as this exist, windows and doors generally need to be replaced entirely. Though this may seem like an unnecessary upfront cost, it’ll help you save money on your utilities.
If you don't have any issues with your existing molding and would simply like to add some decorative molding to give your space a little extra flair, we’re happy to do that for you too. We suggest contacting us to discuss your ideas and goals for your space. This will allow us to offer some suggestions for designs and materials.
Taking Care of Your Newly Repaired or Installed Trim
The great news is that interior molding requires very little maintenance. Other than the occasional dusting when you find out your mother-in-law is coming to stay, you can generally just ignore it and it will continue to look great. However, if accidents happen and the finish on your wooden baseboards is compromised, make sure to contact us immediately. Leaving untreated wood exposed is an invitation for rot.
As far as exterior trim is concerned, we suggest inspecting it every six months or so. Ensuring that no paint is flaking or the finish is coming off is especially important on exterior wood, which is exposed to more moisture content than the molding within your home. It’s a good idea to add a new coat of sealant to your wood exterior trim every year or two to prevent rot from developing.
The Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area Difference
As a locally owned and operated home services franchise with a passion for serving the local community, our team at Mr. Handyman of the Wichita Metro Area has become a leading choice for trim installation and trim repair in Wichita, KS. We’re proud to be able to serve not just the Wichita metro area, but also many surrounding communities such as Park City, Derby, and Bel Aire.
Our talented service professionals have an average of 10 years of experience not just in the handyman industry but in carpentry as well. Our technicians are experienced trim carpenters that are more than capable of tackling not just your Wichita trim installation but any of your finish carpentry needs.
What sets us apart from other home service companies is our attention to quality workmanship and our commitment to providing superior customer service. We want you to feel comfortable throughout the process, and we know that our success depends entirely on whether or not you feel you received excellent customer service. To ensure our customers are satisfied every time, we proudly offer our ‘Done Right’ guarantee. If you’re not 100% satisfied with our workmanship, simply let us know, and we’ll make it right. Quality workmanship is our duty to all of the property owners that decide to work with us.
