Exterior Painting • Houston TX
Peeling & Weather Damaged Painting
Peeling, blistering and storm-worn exterior paint scraped back, primed and repainted, with the moisture source found first. Get a free instant quote.
Executive Summary: Peeling Exterior Paint Repair Houston
Peeling exterior paint repair in Houston scrapes failing paint back to a sound edge, primes bare surfaces and repaints after the moisture cause is found.
The fix is primer + topcoat: scrape to sound paint, prime bare areas and apply 2 coats of acrylic. Expect an estimated 2 to 7 days from a 3 to 6 painter crew, at roughly $2 to $4.50 per square foot, or $4,000 to $9,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home (estimates, Houston-area).
Storm weeks delay outdoor work, and rot found under peeling paint adds days. Any pre-1978 paint gets lead paint testing before scraping.
Typical Houston Projects
Three common peeling paint jobs and how we scope them. These are typical scopes, not past projects.
Example scope: Blistering under gutters, Pearland (77584)
What to expect: about 2 days (estimate), with Houston-area pricing usually at $2 to $4.50 per sq ft.
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Project Size: one wall and fascia below a leaking gutter
Neighborhood: Pearland (77584)
Service: Peeling & Weather Damaged Painting
System: scrape, primer on bare wood + 2 coats of acrylic
The Problem: blisters and peeling where the gutter overflows
The Solution: gutter repaired first, then scrape, sand, prime and repaint the wall and fascia
Example scope: Storm-worn south wall, Katy (77494)
What to expect: about 3 to 4 days (estimate), and $2 to $4.50 per sq ft is the typical Houston-area range.
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Project Size: south and west walls of a two-story home
Neighborhood: Katy (77494)
Service: Peeling & Weather Damaged Painting
System: wash, scrape, spot primer + 2 coats of 100% acrylic
The Problem: chalking and peeling on the walls with the most sun
The Solution: wash off chalk, scrape loose paint, prime, then 2 coats on both walls with matching trim
Example scope: Whole-house peeling, West University Place (77005)
What to expect: about 6 to 7 days (estimate), typically $4,000 to $9,000 based on Houston-area pricing.
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Project Size: older home peeling on every side
Neighborhood: West University Place (77005)
Service: Peeling & Weather Damaged Painting
System: lead paint testing, scrape, sand, full primer + 2 coats
The Problem: paint failing in sheets from layers of old coats
The Solution: test, scrape to sound paint, sand edges, prime fully, then 2 coats
Stop Letting Fading & Damage Hurt Your Property Value
Moisture getting behind the paint
Leaking gutters, sprinklers and failed caulk push water behind paint and lift it. We find the source first so the repair lasts.
Paint over dirt or gloss
Paint applied over chalk, mildew or glossy old paint never bonds. We wash, scuff-sand and prime before new coats.
Storm wear on exposed walls
Wind-driven rain and sun hit south and west walls hardest. A full repaint may cost less over time; see Whole House Exterior Repaint.
Schedule a Walkthrough
We walk the house, find where and why the paint is failing and note moisture sources. The written estimate lists repairs, prep and coats by wall.
Our Process: Done Right the First Time
- 1Detailed Estimate & Color ConsultationWe walk the house with you and trace each peeling patch back to its cause, whether that is a gutter, a sprinkler or open caulk. Pre-1978 paint gets tested for lead first.
- 2Expert Prep & PaintingThe moisture source gets fixed first, then washing, scraping to a sound edge, sanding and priming. Two coats go on the repaired walls and trim.
- 3Final Walkthrough & Clean-UpYou check every repaired area with the crew lead before we pack up. Scraped chips get bagged and hauled off.
What to Expect: Your Project Timeline
| Stage | When | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Estimate & booking | 1 to 3 weeks ahead | Cause check, lead testing if needed, written estimate |
| Prep day | Days 1 to 2 | Wash, dry time, scraping back to sound paint |
| Paint application | Days 2 to 5 | Bonding primer on bare spots, then 2 coats |
| Dry & walkthrough | Final day | Walkthrough of each repaired area |
| Curing | First month | Coating hardens; watch for new blisters near water sources |
These are estimates. Hidden rot under peeling paint can add repair days.
The Right Time to Schedule Peeling Exterior Paint Repair Houston
Paint is lifting in sheets.
The longer it peels, the more bare wood gets wet. Book before rot starts.
The same spot peels every year.
That is a moisture problem. We point it out so it gets fixed before the repaint.
The fence is peeling too.
Scrape and paint it at the same time; see Fence & Gate Painting Services.
Before the Next Storm Season
Scrape-and-prime work needs dry days. We book peeling repairs in spring and fall when we can and wait out wet spells.
The Henry Contractor Difference
No hidden fees
Your written estimate names the cause of the peeling and lists the prep and coats by wall.
Local Houston crews
Local Houston crews know which walls take the most sun and rain here and plan around storms.
Prep done by the book
Find the cause, wash, scrape, sand, prime, then paint.
Transparent Pricing for Peeling Exterior Paint Repair Houston
| What Affects the Cost | Standard vs. Premium | Hidden Costs to Watch For |
|---|---|---|
| Scope: walls affected, stories, trim and fascia | Standard repaints the peeling walls; premium repaints the whole house so colors match | Each extra story adds about 40 to 50% per sq ft for access (estimate) |
| Condition: depth of peeling, bare wood, blistering | Standard spot-primes; premium primes every scraped wall | Rot repair and pre-1978 lead testing are priced separately |
| Moisture source: gutters, sprinklers, roof leaks | Standard repaints after the fix; premium adds a moisture-tolerant primer | Gutter or roof work is done by those trades first |
Typical Houston-area range for peeling paint repair (estimate): $2 to $4.50 per square foot, or $4,000 to $9,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home. Your written estimate after an on-site walkthrough sets the exact price.
Get an Exact Number
The cause of peeling changes the fix. We find it on site and price in writing.
Peeling Exterior Paint Repair Houston vs. DIY vs. Cheap Labor
| Feature | Henry Contractor | DIY | Cheap Labor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prep Work Quality | Find the moisture cause, scrape, prime, 2 coats | Scrape a little and repaint | Paint right over the peeling |
| Time Investment | 2 to 7 days (estimate), cause fixed first | Weekends of scraping | Same day, peels again next year |
| Material Quality | Bonding primer and 100% acrylic | Leftover paint from the garage | Thin paint that cracks in heat |
| Clean-Up Process | Chips bagged and hauled off | Flakes left in the grass | Scrapings swept into beds |
| Pricing Transparency | Written estimate naming the cause | Supplies and ladder rental | Cheap now, repaint again soon |
Who We Partner With
Homeowners
Your paint is peeling and you want it fixed for good. We find the cause before we paint.
Property Managers
Peeling trim on a rental invites tenant complaints and rot. We fix the cause and repaint before the next lease.
HOA Board Members
Peeling homes draw violation letters. We repair and repaint in the community colors.
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.
We fix peeling exteriors in Pearland (77584), Katy (77494) and West University Place (77005), and across Cypress, Sugar Land and The Woodlands.
For a repaint of every side, browse the Exterior Painting Houston TX page.
Frequently Asked Questions
The short answer is moisture getting behind the paint, poor prep, or paint applied over a dirty or glossy surface, and Houston humidity speeds it up. The fix is scraping to a sound edge, repairing rot, priming bare wood and caulking gaps before two new coats.
Peeling in one spot often points to a gutter, sprinkler or roof leak. Fix that first or the new paint peels too.
The short answer is about $2 to $4.50 per square foot of paintable surface, or roughly $4,000 to $9,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home, based on typical Houston-area pricing. Square footage, stories, siding type and repairs move the number. Your written estimate sets the exact price.
Spot repairs on a few walls cost less than a full repaint, but new paint next to old faded paint will not match.
Peeling paint repair usually requires finding the moisture source so it can be fixed, washing, scraping every loose edge back to sound paint, sanding the edges smooth so they do not show, priming bare wood or masonry and caulking open joints. Pre-1978 homes need lead paint testing before scraping.
Wood homes follow the system on Wood Siding Exterior Painting.
The short answer is an estimated 5 to 7 years when the cause is fixed and the prep is done right, and much less if moisture keeps getting behind the paint. South and west walls take the most sun and usually need attention first. 100% acrylic topcoats hold up longest.
Peeling that returns within a year means moisture is still getting in.
The short answer is we scrape back to sound paint wherever it is loose, which is rarely the whole house. Feathered edges are sanded so the repair does not telegraph through the finish. Bare spots are spot-primed before the two coats go on.
How much scraping a wall needs is clear at the walkthrough, and it is priced as its own line.
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