Flagpoles are like yard mantles. Just like walking

The flag is usually the key to their attention, as without one, the pole may simply blend in with the background.

But after a number of years the paint takes a beating from the elements and needs a new coat. But how is this done?

Hopefully the flagpole you have is not too tall and has a lowering mechanism. That means through adjusting a screw or pin it can be carefully lowered to a horizontal state and dealt with easily. This may require two people since once it starts to fall it may come down pretty quickly.

Also, be sure to clear away anything in its path. Hopefully when the pole was installed it was done so correctly in order for it to be lowered without hitting the house. An incident like this rarely happens but there's always that odd case.

Once that is done here are some suggestions on how to proceed: