Professional Caulking Services in North Atlanta

Exterior Painting

At Earthly Matters, we provide expert interior and exterior caulking services to protect your home and perfect its finish. From sealing energy-wasting gaps around windows and doors to creating seamless, paint-ready joints on interior trim, our skilled team delivers clean, durable, and professional results you can count on.

The Benefits of Expert Caulking

- Improve Energy Efficiency: Cracked or missing caulk around windows, doors, and siding is a primary source of air leaks. Our professional sealing services can significantly reduce drafts, helping to lower your energy bills and keep your home more comfortable year-round.

- Prevent Moisture & Pest Intrusion: A building's first line of defense is its seal. We replace failed exterior caulk to create a flexible, watertight barrier that prevents costly water damage, wood rot, and keeps insects and pests from entering your home.

- The Foundation for a Flawless Finish: Clean, smooth caulk lines are the secret to a high-end interior paint job. We expertly caulk gaps in baseboards, crown molding, and trim, creating a seamless transition between surfaces for a truly professional and polished look.

Our Professional Approach to Caulking!

We believe every job, big or small, deserves the highest level of professionalism. Our systematic approach to caulking ensures a clean, durable seal that performs its function perfectly and looks great.

A close-up of an Earthly Matters technician carefully using a tool to remove old, cracked caulk from a porch roof in Alpharetta.

Step 1: Removal and Surface Preparation

A lasting seal requires a clean start. Our process begins by completely removing all old, failed, or cracked caulk. We then thoroughly clean the joint to remove any dust, debris, or residue, ensuring the new sealant will form a strong, lasting bond to the surface.

A professional applying a perfectly straight bead of white caulk along the top of an exterior door before a painting project.

Step 2: Professional-Grade Sealant Application

We select the right high-quality sealant for the job—flexible, paintable acrylics for interiors and durable, waterproof siliconized acrylics for exteriors. Our technicians expertly apply a consistent bead of caulk, then "tool" the bead to create a smooth, concave joint that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly effective.

A freshly caulked and painted house trim, showing a clean, seamless, and professional finish with no visible gaps.

Step 3: Clean Up and Integration

We finish by wiping away any excess sealant for a sharp, clean line that blends perfectly with the surrounding surfaces. We ensure the work area is left spotless and the new caulk is ready for paint (if interior) or ready to protect your home from the elements (if exterior).

FAQs for Caulking

What is the difference between interior and exterior caulk?

The primary difference is the formulation. Exterior caulks are designed with more flexibility to expand and contract with temperature changes and contain additives for UV resistance and mold/mildew prevention. Interior caulks are typically lower-odor and are formulated to be more easily paintable for a seamless finish on trim and baseboards.

How long does new caulk need to dry before it can be painted?

Dry time depends on the type of caulk, temperature, and humidity. As a general rule, most paintable acrylic latex caulks are ready for painting within 2 to 4 hours. We will always advise you on the specific cure time for the products used on your project to ensure a perfect final result.

Do you have to remove the old caulk first? Can't you just apply a new layer over it?

Yes, we absolutely have to remove the old caulk first. Applying new sealant over old, cracked, or failing caulk is the number one reason a caulking job fails quickly. The new caulk cannot form a strong, lasting bond to an unstable surface. For a durable, watertight, and professional result, completely removing the old caulk and cleaning the joint is a critical first step that we never skip.