Exterior House Painting Services
Want to improve your curb appeal?
The best way to increase curb appeal is by painting the exterior of your home. Houston House Painters can give your house a total makeover with no hassle, headaches or worries.
The exterior of your home is the first thing guests and potential buyers notice when they look at it. It’s also the first thing that you see every time you arrive home.
This comprehensive guide to DIY house painting and professional house painter will show you how much it costs to paint the exterior of your home.
The Exterior Painting Process
1. Honest Estimating
It is impossible to estimate the cost of a house painting job until an estimator visits your home to assess the work involved. Houston House Painters will provide you with a complete and accurate estimate.
2. Prepare Thoroughly
Houston House Painters understands the importance of preparation to achieve the best possible paint job. We follow the following steps to prepare surfaces before we even touch a paintbrush.
3. Painters with Expertise and Meticulous Cleaning
Houston House Painters provides professional exterior house painting. We are able to paint all exterior surfaces, including stucco, wood siding and other types. Once we finish our work, the area is cleaned so that no one can tell we were ever there. We will leave your house, and the area around it, better than when we arrived.
Exterior Painting Services
What color paint can you match?
Unsure which color to choose? You’re having trouble deciding between matte, satin or gloss. We can help you sort through the many options and find a color that suits your home’s exterior while also standing up to daily use.
It can be difficult to know how best to embrace the history and character of a home through its exterior color scheme. It’s important to respect the style of the home, but also to choose an exterior color scheme that reflects the personality of the owner.
How often should I paint my house?
The answer will vary depending on several factors. However, on average, most homes require exterior painting every 10 years. For more information, see our guide on how to paint the outside of your house.
Types of Paint
The three types of exterior paint are latex, oil-based, and acrylic. Oil-based paints tend to be a bit more expensive than acrylic and latex. Remember to choose paints based on their surface and not price.
Water-based latex paints are the least toxic, and also the easiest to clean. It also spreads easily and dries fast, making it perfect for large surfaces such as exterior walls. The low price and wide availability of latex paints also make them very popular. Paint is extremely durable because it can expand and contract to the material beneath. Latex paint is available for $20 to $70 per gallon and comes in buckets of 5 gallons for large painting projects.
Some acrylic paints are water-based, and they may be called acrylic latex paint. Acrylic paint can also be a mixture of chemicals. It is more elastic and flexible than latex, as well as more weather resistant. It’s not as quick drying or spreadable as latex paint. Both acrylic and latex paints are priced between $20 and $70 per gallon.
Oil-based paints tend to be less popular because of their strong smell and the release of hazardous compounds upon wetting. It’s safer to use them outside than indoors, and they tend to dry faster than water-based ones. This also makes them more susceptible to cracking, fading and are more difficult to maintain. Oil-based paints cost between $30 and $90 per gallon, and are used best on trim, small details, and doors.
Type of Finish
It is also important to consider the material used for the exterior of the house. Some siding materials require more preparation, more paint, or even specialized paint. Vinyl siding and wood siding are easy to paint and can be pre-primed. They’re also cheaper.
Paints are also classified according to their sheen or finish. The shinier the paint is when it dries the more expensive it will be, but the difference in price is not large. Not all paint finishes are suitable for outdoor painting. The following are some of the most common outdoor paints and their costs.
Houston House Painters offers a variety of interior and exterior painting options, which allows for an exceptional experience in each home. Houston House Painters’ team is meticulous when it comes to painting projects, whether you are updating your foyer or the bedrooms in your house.
Paint Your Exterior House yourself or hire a professional?
You’ll also need the right supplies if you decide to do it yourself. Paint alone can be expensive. You can estimate the cost of painting materials by using these estimates:
Although you can paint your home’s exterior yourself, the project is often much more involved than homeowners think. Many homeowners hire experienced, professional painters to avoid a streaky, uneven paint job that can lower the curb appeal of their home. Consider these factors to help you decide.
The Pros and Cons of DIY
Con-It will take you longer to complete your project than it would for a professional.
Con- You are responsible for all cleaning, repair, and prepping.
Pro- Only materials and not labor will be charged.
Pro-You have greater control over your home’s appearance since you are the one who holds the brush.
Pro- Interior painting can be a bit more disruptive than exterior painting.
Pros and cons of Hiring a Professional Contractor
Con- Costs will be higher compared to DIY options.
Con- To find a reputable contractor, you will need to check reviews online or ask family and friends.
Pro- Professional painters will deliver the best results.
Pro- It will take less time to complete the job than a DIY.
Pro- By leaving the ladders to professionals, you will be able to avoid any accidents or falls.
Pro- It’s a good idea, even if you paint the exterior of your house yourself, to hire a professional.
Pro- Painters with experience will produce a better-looking final product and finish the job faster.
Pro- They can also do the preparation and cleaning. Some painters offer a guarantee on their work.
Many local contractors offer free estimates on painting, so make sure you compare several quotes to get the best deal. Enter your ZIP code to have a local contractor contact you.
Repairs with Your Exterior Painting Project
You can paint over most exterior repairs.
Our painters can repair exterior stucco/EIFS, wood, metal, or stucco repairs as well as replace drywall, plaster and siding.
Anything else I should know before starting a paint project?
You may need to double the amount of time and effort required to paint your house if the exterior is dirty or damaged.
If you want to paint your house, you shouldn’t require a permit. However, you may need one if you decide to change the siding.
If you are changing the color of your home, such as from a dark shade to a lighter one or vice-versa, it is likely that more paint will be needed.
If you are unsure of what color exterior paint to select, you may want to consult a color consultant at a painting firm.
Houston House Painters can repair exterior surfaces that are damaged as part of a project.
The extent of the damage will determine the cost. Houston House Painters are independent contractors who offer services like light carpentry, patching drywall and stucco repair.
Your local team of painting specialists will be able review your project and make recommendations.