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Exterior Painting Houston TX
Houston exterior painting crews who pressure-wash, scrape, caulk, prime, and topcoat — in that order. Get a written, no-surprise estimate before a drop of paint touches your home.
Executive Summary: Exterior Painting Houston TX
Exterior painting Houston TX covers the full repaint of siding, trim, fascia, doors, fences, brick, and stucco on Houston homes and commercial properties. Projects range from a single elevation touch-up to a complete whole-house exterior repaint.
Standard system: pressure wash, scrape, spot-prime, and 2-coat exterior acrylic latex with mildew-resistant additives. Crew of 3–5 painters. Whole-house exteriors estimated at $3,000–$12,000 depending on square footage, siding type, and access requirements.
Gulf Coast conditions require specific prep: failed caulk joints must be removed and replaced before painting, not painted over. Wood rot must be repaired or replaced. Homes with lead paint (pre-1978) require testing before sanding. Exterior paint typically needs 24–48 hours to cure before rain exposure.
Exterior Painting Services
Every exterior surface Henry Contractor paints in Greater Houston. Select a service to see prep requirements, paint systems, and what drives the cost on your specific substrate.
Typical Houston Exterior Projects
Three recent exterior painting projects across Greater Houston.
Whole-House Exterior Repaint — Spring Branch (77080)
April 2026 · 2,200 sq ft exterior. Failed caulk at windows removed and replaced. Pressure wash, scrape, spot-prime, and 2-coat Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior. Body color change from beige to warm gray. 4 days.
Stucco Repaint — River Oaks (77019)
February 2026 · 3,400 sq ft exterior. Hairline cracks filled with elastomeric caulk before elastomeric topcoat. Mildew-resistant additive in base coat. South elevation repainted in UV-resistant low-sheen finish. 5 days.
Wood Fence & Gate Repaint — Katy (77494)
December 2025 · 280 linear ft. Wood fence scrubbed, dried, spot-primed over gray wood, and 2-coat mildew-resistant semi-transparent stain applied. Gate hardware masked. 2 days.
All prices are estimates. Final scope confirmed in your written quote before work begins.
Stop Letting Weather Damage Hurt Your Property Value
Peeling, chalky, and blistering paint
Houston heat and humidity push moisture through siding from the inside out. Blistering means moisture is trapped. We locate the moisture source, repair it, and apply a breathable exterior acrylic system after full scraping — not over the failed paint.
Mildew growth and UV fading
South- and west-facing elevations fade fastest in Texas sun. Surfaces near vegetation attract mildew in months. We use mildew-resistant coatings and add UV-stable pigments on sun-exposed faces. Cleaning and treating mildew before painting is non-negotiable.
Failed caulk at windows and trim joints
Old caulk shrinks, cracks, and pulls away from joints — then water follows it inside. We remove and replace all failed joints with paintable urethane or silicone caulk before priming. Painting over cracked caulk just locks the problem in place.
Schedule a Walkthrough
We visit every exterior before writing a number. We check siding condition, rot, caulk failure, and any areas where prep will add labor. Your estimate reflects what we actually find.
Our Process: Done Right the First Time
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On-Site Estimate & Surface AssessmentWe walk every elevation, check caulk joints and siding condition, and identify rot or moisture issues. You get a written, line-item estimate with prep scope included — no surprises mid-project.
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Pressure Wash, Scrape, Caulk & PrimeThe house is pressure-washed and allowed to dry. Failed paint is scraped. Rot areas are repaired. All joints are re-caulked. Spot-primer goes over bare wood and repairs before any topcoat.
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2-Coat Finish & Final WalkthroughTwo finish coats go on by brush, roller, and sprayer as needed. You walk the exterior with the crew lead before we leave. Touch-ups happen on the spot, masking comes off, and the site is cleaned. No drips on concrete, no overspray on landscaping.
What to Expect: Your Project Timeline
| Stage | When | What Happens |
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| Estimate & booking | Within 24–48 hours | On-site walkthrough, written quote, color and coating system selection |
| Pressure wash & dry | Day 1 | Full exterior wash; at least 24 hours dry time before prep begins |
| Scrape, caulk & prime | Day 2 | Scraping, rot repairs, caulk replacement, masking, and spot-priming |
| First & second coat | Days 3–4 | Two coats of exterior finish; trim and doors may be done separately |
| Walkthrough & clean-up | Day 4–5 | Inspection, touch-ups, tape and drop cloth removal, site cleaned |
These are estimates. Complex repairs, tall gables, or adverse weather can add days. We never rush prep to hit a deadline.
The Right Time to Schedule Exterior Painting Houston TX
You see peeling or bare wood on the siding.
Bare wood absorbs moisture in Houston humidity within days. Once rot starts, the repair scope grows fast. Scheduling a repaint now costs less than structural repairs later.
You’re listing this season.
Curb appeal is the first impression in every listing photo. A fresh exterior repaint with new caulk and crisp trim lines removes negotiation points. Pair it with weather damage repair for problem areas.
Your HOA sent a letter.
HOA-approved color specs, on-schedule completion, and written documentation of work performed. We work with property managers across Greater Houston on whole-house exterior repaints under HOA guidelines.
Best Months to Book
March through May and September through November offer the best painting windows in Houston — low humidity, mild temperatures, and stable weather. We paint year-round with weather-aware scheduling.
The Henry Contractor Difference
No hidden fees
Your written estimate includes prep scope, coat count, and materials. Add-ons happen only if you approve them first, in writing, before the crew moves to that scope.
Houston weather experience
Our crews know when not to paint. We track humidity windows and storm forecasts to protect fresh coatings during the critical curing period.
Prep done by the book
Pressure wash, scrape, caulk replacement, and priming on every job. Our peeling paint repair process never paints over a problem and calls it done.
Transparent Pricing for Exterior Painting Houston TX
| What Drives the Cost | Standard vs. Premium | Hidden Costs to Watch For |
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| Square footage and elevation count; multi-story homes require lift or staging | Standard: Behr or Valspar exterior. Premium: Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior or Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior for maximum UV and humidity resistance | Wood rot found during prep that must be repaired before painting — not visible until paint is scraped |
| Siding type; stucco and brick require more prep and specialized coatings than vinyl | Standard: one body color. Premium: two-color scheme with separate trim, fascia, and door colors | Failed caulk volume; heavy caulk replacement adds labor hours not visible in photos |
| Access; second stories, tight side yards, and steep rooflines require scaffolding or specialty lifts | Standard: 2-coat acrylic. Premium: elastomeric topcoat for stucco and masonry with added crack-bridging flexibility | Lead paint testing for pre-1978 homes before any scraping begins |
Whole-house exterior estimates typically range $3,000–$12,000 depending on size, siding type, and prep scope. Your written quote locks the number before work starts.
Get an Exact Number
We inspect every surface before writing any number. Rot, caulk failure, and access constraints are confirmed on-site. Your estimate is final before work starts.
Exterior Painting Houston TX vs. DIY vs. Cheap Labor
| Feature | Henry Contractor | DIY | Cheap Labor |
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| Prep Work | Pressure wash, scrape, caulk replacement, rot repair, spot-prime on every job | Power washer rental and a brush; caulk often skipped | Pressure wash only; scraping and caulk skipped to hit a low bid |
| Time Investment | 2–5 days with a 3–5 painter crew | Multiple weekends; weather delays extend further | Fast, but coverage fails faster on unprepared surfaces |
| Material Quality | Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior or Benjamin Moore Aura vs. builder-grade | Box store flat exterior; finish and sheen selected without surface knowledge | Cheapest exterior latex, often one coat applied thin |
| Weather Awareness | Paint applied only within humidity and temperature specs; rain windows tracked | Common to paint on humid days; paint blisters within weeks | No scheduling around weather; paint can blister or peel within months |
| Pricing Transparency | Written line-item quote including prep scope, no hidden fees | Material and rental costs accumulate unpredictably | Low headline, rot repair and extra coats charged mid-job |
Who We Partner With
Homeowners Selling
You need curb appeal fast, before listing photos are taken. A complete exterior repaint with fresh caulk and trim paint is the highest-ROI improvement before going to market.
HOA Property Managers
Approved color specs, documented completion dates, and a crew that works around community schedules. We handle multi-unit exterior repaints across Greater Houston.
New-Build Finishes
Builders and developers who need final exterior paint completed on schedule to hit occupancy. We coordinate around punch-list timelines and inspection windows.
Proudly Serving Greater Houston
We proudly provide professional painting services to homeowners and businesses throughout the Greater Houston area, including: The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Cypress, Memorial, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Explore all whole house exterior repaint services or get a free estimate for your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
The short answer is an estimated $3,000 to $12,000 for a whole-house exterior repaint, depending on square footage, siding type, and prep scope. Single elevations and fences run significantly less. Brick and stucco cost more per square foot than vinyl or fiber cement due to prep requirements. Your written quote is fixed before work starts.
Exterior painting usually requires pressure washing, full drying time, scraping loose paint, replacing failed caulk joints, spot-priming bare wood and repairs, and masking adjacent surfaces. Homes built before 1978 require lead paint testing before any scraping begins. Skipping prep is the leading cause of exterior paint failure.
The short answer is 7 to 10 years with proper prep and a premium exterior acrylic or elastomeric system. Flat paint on south-facing stucco or wood may fade in 4 to 5 years. UV-resistant topcoats and mildew-resistant primers extend the repaint cycle in Gulf Coast conditions.
The short answer is a 100% acrylic exterior latex with mildew-resistant additives, applied over a stain-blocking primer. Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior and Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior perform well in Houston’s heat and humidity. Elastomeric coatings add crack-bridging for stucco and masonry.
Yes, we do this on most jobs. Exterior work is almost entirely outside, so daily routines are minimally disrupted. We mask windows and doors in sections to maintain access and contain overspray. Most whole-house exterior projects run 2 to 5 days.
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