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Introduction When we assess older homes, we rarely look at the exterior as a paint-only problem. In our experience, visible wear on the outside of a home often points to deeper issues in the building envelope, especially in New Zealand conditions where wind, rain, coastal exposure, UV, and moisture cycling can accelerate deterioration. What starts as peeling paint, cracked sealant, or stained cladding can eventually turn into rot, trapped moisture, damaged framing, or recurring maintenance costs. A full exterior renovation is not always necessary, but there are clear warning signs that a series of minor repairs is no longer the