EXTERIOR PAINTING

EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTING IN NORTHERN COLORADO

Three-coat exterior systems built for high-altitude sun, hail, wind, and freeze-thaw. Full surface prep first, because that is what makes paint last.

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HOW WE WORK

EXTERIOR PAINTING DONE PROPERLY

Exterior paint in Northern Colorado works harder than paint almost anywhere else in the country. Intense UV, big temperature swings, dry wind, and the occasional hailstorm break down cheap or rushed jobs quickly. A single coat over chalking paint can look fine in October and be peeling by spring.

We start every exterior with an honest look at the surface: wood, fiber cement, stucco, brick, or log. The written estimate spells out the prep, the primer, the brand of paint, and the number of coats. A properly prepped and primed exterior on the Front Range should hold up for 8 to 12 years.

HOW MUCH EXTERIOR PAINTING COSTS

A typical 2,000 to 2,500 sq ft home runs $5,500 to $11,000 in Loveland, $7,000 to $15,000+ in Boulder, and $7,500 to $18,000+ in Estes Park, where altitude, log construction, and access add cost. Surface condition and stories move the number more than square footage does.

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Exterior painting cost in Northern Colorado, by city

SCOPE

WHAT AN EXTERIOR PAINTING JOB INCLUDES

PRESSURE WASH AND PREP

Dirt, chalk, mildew, and loose paint come off first. Bare wood is sanded or scraped back to a sound surface.

REPAIR AND CAULK

Failed caulk is removed and replaced, small wood rot is flagged, and gaps at trim and siding are sealed before paint goes on.

PRIMER WHERE IT COUNTS

Bare wood, patched areas, and stains get a coat of primer so the topcoat bonds and the color stays even.

TOPCOATS BUILT FOR UV

Full coats of a quality exterior acrylic on siding, trim, doors, and fascia, applied in the right weather.

STUCCO, WOOD, AND FIBER CEMENT

Each material has its own prep and failure mode. The scope is matched to what is actually on your house.

WEATHER-AWARE SCHEDULING

We watch surface temperature, overnight lows, and dew point instead of painting on a calendar date and hoping.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

PAINTING EXTERIORS ON THE FRONT RANGE AND IN THE MOUNTAINS

Loveland sits near 5,000 feet with around 300 sunny days a year, so UV is the main enemy. Boulder adds wind and HOA color rules. Estes Park, at 7,522 feet, has a shorter painting season, strong UV, and log or wood siding that needs different products.

The reliable window on the Front Range runs late April through mid-October. In Estes Park it runs late May through mid-September. Booking four to six weeks ahead gets you the dates you want.

If your home took hail damage, we can help you sort out what needs repainting and what needs repair first.

We serve Loveland, Boulder, and Estes Park, plus Berthoud, Johnstown, Lyons, and the Rocky Mountain National Park corridor.

COMMON QUESTIONS

EXTERIOR PAINTING FAQ

How much does it cost to paint a house exterior in Northern Colorado?

A typical 2,000 to 2,500 sq ft home costs $5,500 to $11,000 in Loveland, $7,000 to $15,000+ in Boulder, and $7,500 to $18,000+ in Estes Park. Surface condition, stories, and prep are the biggest variables. We give free written estimates.

What is the best time of year to paint a house exterior in Colorado?

Late April through mid-October on the Front Range, and late May through mid-September in Estes Park. Early May and September usually give the best mix of stable temperatures and available crews.

What temperature is too cold to paint an exterior?

Most exterior latex paints need surface and air temperatures of at least 50 F. Low-temperature formulas can go down to about 35 F. Overnight lows and dew matter as much as the daytime high, because the paint has to cure before it freezes or gets wet.

What is the best exterior paint for Colorado?

A quality 100 percent acrylic exterior from Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore, applied over proper prep and primer. In this climate, prep and the number of coats matter as much as the brand on the can.

How long does an exterior paint job last in Colorado?

A properly prepped and primed exterior typically lasts 8 to 12 years on the Front Range. South and west faces fade first. Cutting prep short is the usual reason paint fails in two or three.

Do you paint stucco, brick, and log homes?

Yes. Stucco and brick need different prep and products than wood siding, and log homes need penetrating stains or specialty coatings. Tell us what your home is made of when you call and we plan the scope around it.

Painting guides for Northern Colorado

Straight answers on cost, timing, and prep for Northern Colorado homes and businesses.

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