Scaffolding, Permits & Longevity

Painting an apartment building isn't just a technical matter — it also has an administrative side that many owners discover at the last minute. Placing scaffolding on a public street or pavement usually requires a public-space occupation permit from the local municipality, with a duration set according to the scope of the work.

We handle this entire process on your behalf: from submitting the application and the required drawings, to notifying neighboring shops or residents who might be affected by the temporary pavement closure. This saves owners valuable time and avoids the delays that often come from incomplete paperwork.

As for how long a facade paint job lasts, the general rule is 10 to 12 years with proper prep and quality paint — but that number isn't the same for every face of the same building. As mentioned earlier, the north face, which stays damp for longer stretches, often needs maintenance two to three years sooner than the south face, which suffers more from sun exposure.

A simple way to keep an eye on your facade's condition is an annual visual inspection, ideally in spring after winter: check for new cracksCrackA split or gap in render, concrete, a wall, a coating or wood. Fine cracks are usually only on the surface; ones that grow, keep reopening or run diagonally need attention., spots where the paint has started chalking, and any dark streaks under balconies that might indicate a drainage problem. Catching a small spot early costs far less than repainting the entire building from scratch.