When interior paint starts peeling, bubbling, or flaking, most homeowners assume it’s just poor paint quality or normal wear and tear. In reality, paint failure is usually a warning sign that something deeper is happening inside the home.

At Aftermath Contracting, we regularly uncover hidden issues during what homeowners thought would be a simple repaint. Understanding why paint fails helps prevent repeat problems and unnecessary costs.

The Real Reasons Interior Paint Fails

Paint is designed to protect surfaces, not hide problems. When it starts to lift or blister, it’s often reacting to conditions underneath.

Common causes include:

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  Moisture trapped in walls from small leaks or humidi...

Most homeowners don’t plan for emergency repairs. They plan renovations, upgrades, and remodels — but emergencies arrive uninvited. A pipe bursts at night. A storm tears siding loose. A leak appears during a long weekend. These situations are stressful not just because of the damage, but because of the urgency.

Across Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, emergency repairs are one of the most common reasons homeowners call Aftermath Contracting. And almost every call starts with the same sentence: “This just happened, and I don’t know what to do.”

Why Emergency Repairs Escalate So Quickly

When something fails suddenly, time becomes the...

Many homeowners put off small repairs because they don’t seem urgent. A loose piece of trim, a hairline crack in drywall, a sticking door, or peeling paint often gets pushed aside for “later.” The problem is that small issues rarely stay small—especially in homes exposed to moisture, daily use, and changing weather.

At Aftermath Contracting, we regularly fix problems that started as simple repairs and turned into expensive projects simply because they were ignored too long.

🔍 How Minor Issues Turn Into Major Repairs

Small signs usually point to bigger problems underneath:

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  Cracks can signal movement or moisture

  
  


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  Peeling paint can hide rot

  
  


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  Soft flooring may indicate water dam...

Most homeowners don’t notice exterior problems until they become expensive. Peeling paint, soft spots, loose trim, clogged gutters, or small cracks in siding don’t look like much — but in a wet climate like the Lower Mainland, those small issues turn into major repairs faster than people realize.

At Aftermath Contracting, we’ve repaired homes where a simple $300 fix turned into $8,000 worth of water damage because it was ignored for one season too long. That’s why exterior maintenance isn’t just “upkeep” — it’s protection.

🔨 1. Small Exterior Issues Spread Fast

Rain, moisture, and temperature changes can turn tiny problems into big on...

Most homeowners wait until spring or summer to start their renovation projects. It feels like the “right time” — warmer weather, longer days, and a general sense of productivity.
But here’s the truth most people don’t know:

Winter is actually one of the BEST times to renovate your home.

And at Aftermath Contracting, we’ve seen homeowners save time, money, and stress by starting their projects during the colder months instead of waiting for peak season.

❄️ 1. Faster Project Scheduling

Spring and summer get booked fast.
Winter gives you:

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  Less competition for materials

  
  

Your home gets upgraded without sitti...

Wall cracks are one of the most frustrating issues homeowners deal with.
They show up slowly… spread quietly… and before you know it, you’re worried about whether it’s cosmetic or a real structural problem.

In cities like Vancouver, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Moody, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, cracks happen more often than people think — and not always for the reasons they expect.

Whether it’s foundation movement, moisture changes, poor framing, old drywall, or a previous contractor cutting corners, the key is understanding why the cracks are happening before deciding how to fix them.

At Aftermath Contracting, we’ve seen every type of wall crac...

Cold drafts sneaking through your home aren’t just annoying—they’re a sign that something in your house isn’t working the way it should. Many homeowners don’t realize that drafts often point to deeper issues hiding behind walls, flooring, insulation, and older windows. Left alone, these problems can slowly increase energy bills, cause moisture buildup, and shorten the lifespan of your home’s structure.

At Aftermath Contracting, we help homeowners across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody understand why drafts form and the best way to fix them for good.

Why Drafts Happen in the First Place

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A fresh coat of paint can completely transform the look and feel of your home. Whether it’s brightening up a dull living room, refreshing your exterior, or giving your kitchen a modern update, painting is one of the fastest, most affordable ways to increase your home’s value and boost its appeal.

At Aftermath Contracting, painting is one of the most requested services we provide — and for good reason. Homeowners across the Vancouver area are realizing just how powerful a well-done paint job can be when it comes to updating their space without breaking the bank.

Why Painting Makes Such a Big Impact

Paint is more than color — it’s atmosphere, style, and even a form o...

In the home-renovation world, most homeowners think contractors are always busy.
The truth? Many companies struggle with slow seasons, unpredictable demand, and gaps in their schedule — especially in Vancouver’s constantly shifting housing market.

At Aftermath Contracting, we decided long ago that waiting around for referrals wasn’t enough. That’s why we built a system that keeps our calendar full year-round, ensures fast response times for homeowners, and helps us reach people who actually need work done right now.

Here’s how we do it — and how platforms like Zippidee play a surprising role in our growth.

1. Showing Up Where Homeowners Already Are

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A musty smell inside your home is more than an annoyance — it’s a warning sign. In Vancouver’s coastal climate, moisture problems develop fast and silently, often long before homeowners see visible damage.

At Aftermath Contracting, we’ve inspected countless homes where the odor was the very first clue that something deeper was happening behind the walls, under the flooring, or inside the bathroom and kitchen fixtures.

Here’s what that musty scent is trying to tell you — and why ignoring it can lead to major repairs.

1. Excess Moisture Is The #1 Cause

Vancouver’s humidity, rainy seasons, and older home structures allow moisture to build up quickly.

Moistur...