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Exterior House Painting

Exterior paint does more than refresh your home’s appearance - it also serves as a protective barrier against sun, moisture, and temperature changes. The right combination of paint type, color, and finish can enhance curb appeal while extending your home’s lifespan. With over 20 years of exterior painting expertise, Storm Guard helps you choose the best options for lasting beauty and protection.

THE STORM GUARD WAY

Storm Guard’s professional house painting service focuses on delivering top-quality results with meticulous attention to detail. Here’s an overview of our process.

Initial Consultation And Assessment

Our exterior house painting service begins with a thorough consultation to understand your vision and needs, evaluate your property, and recommend the best solutions. We tailor our suggestions to ensure optimal performance and aesthetics for your home.

Removing Old Siding and Choosing the Right Color and Paint Type

We help you choose the best paint type and colors, blending timeless classics with current trends. Whether you prefer classic combos like white and beige or trendy two-tone treatments, Storm Guard’s expertise in exterior house painting ensures personalized color consultations that meet your needs.

Professional Painting Application

After consultation and material selection, our experienced exterior house painters proceed with the application. Storm Guard uses only high-quality materials and techniques, including specialized sprayers and brushes for different surfaces, to guarantee a flawless finish. We paint exteriors to the highest standards.

Final Inspection And Cleanup

After applying the exterior house painting, our team performs a final inspection and cleanup, ensuring quality work and a spotless home ready for you to enjoy. This reflects our commitment to delivering top-quality service and ensuring your investment is worthwhile. 

EXTERIOR PAINT FINISH OPTIONS

Just like interior paint, exterior paint comes in different finishes: flat, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, and high gloss. Each one has different pros and cons.

Matte Paint

Matte

With no shine at all, matte finishes are great for hiding imperfections. However, it is porous and is vulnerable to mildew and fading.
Eggshell Paint

Eggshell

The most popular finish, eggshell adds some shine but also covers any mistakes. It’s durable and lays down well.
Satin Paint

Satin

With a higher sheen, satin is great for areas that are touched often or as a way to highlight trim areas. However, it does magnify imperfections.
Semi-gloss Paint

Semi-Gloss

The glossy sheen makes semi-gloss easy to clean and can endure excess moisture and more extreme weather conditions. However, it does not hide imperfections.
High-gloss Paint

High-Gloss

The finish to choose if you want an accent to really stand out. It’s very durable but can give your home a plastic quality if you use it all over. Use it to highlight trim.
Semi-gloss Paint

Semi-Gloss

The glossy sheen makes semi-gloss easy to clean and can endure excess moisture and more extreme weather conditions. However, it does not hide imperfections.
High-gloss Paint

High-Gloss

The finish to choose if you want an accent to really stand out. It’s very durable but can give your home a plastic quality if you use it all over. Use it to highlight trim.

EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTING COSTS

The average cost to paint the exterior of a home depends on a few factors: home size, the number of stories, the prep work required, the type and quality of paint you want, the siding material, and if you are also painting the trim. This is why the average price of painting a home’s exterior can range from $0.50 and $5 per square foot. If you also need repairs done, then there will often be an additional cost of $50 to $80 per hour.. The price also differs if you paint your home exterior yourself or hire someone to do it. Paint can cost between $15 and $80 per gallon, so depending on how many gallons you need, your exterior paint job could range widely.


It’s important to keep in mind that siding comes in different materials, each of which must be painted a bit differently. This can also affect the total cost of the job. For example, wood and vinyl siding are the cheapest to repaint, while concrete and stucco siding tend to cost the most. If you have metal siding, be sure to check for rust before painting.
Exterior House Painting

HOME EXTERIOR PAINTING TOPS

Depending on the type of exterior siding you have, the steps to prepare may look a bit different.

Painting Siding

Steel and aluminum siding needs to be checked for rust. Also, if you are staining your wood siding instead of painting it, you’ll need to find what finish was used. Some types of paints and stains must be removed completely before a new paint or stain can be applied. But with proper preparation, siding of all types can be painted or stained.

Do The Prep Work

The portion of any home’s exterior that takes the most prep is painting exterior siding. This is because to get siding ready to paint, you first need to pressure wash it. Pressure washing helps remove dirt, algae, and other build up, and will ensure that the paint adheres properly. When pressure washing, be sure to start at the top and move downward.

Repair Work Before You Paint

The next step to get your home’s exterior ready to paint is to make any necessary repairs. This could include things like adding epoxy to any holes and sanding it down once it is dry. You also should look for any loose paint and remove it. Keep an eye out for any gaps between the home and the trim and fill them with exterior caulk.

Cover Surrounding Areas

Once repairs are done, it’s time to prepare your painting area by covering any doors, windows, and fixtures that you don’t want painted. Plastic sheeting and painters tape works very well for this.

Time to Paint!

With everything masked off, it’s time to paint! If you are changing colors, you may need to start with a primer first. For best results, use a paint sprayer and paint from top to bottom, overlapping each stroke by 8 inches. Also, it’s a good idea to pay attention to the weather and the sun when you’re painting. You want to avoid rainy days, as it will wash away your new paint. While you’re painting, try to stay in the shade. The sun can change the color of your paint.

Painting The Trim & Windows

After your siding is painted, it's time to paint the trim around the windows, exterior doors, and the gutters. For these sections, you may find using a paintbrush to be the most precise approach. For most areas, you will most likely need two coats of paint, so plan accordingly! Once the paint is dry, step back and admire your beautiful home!

CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

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Trusted Workmanship, Proven Over Time

Lasting quality is never an accident - it comes from knowledge, careful methods, and attention to detail. With over two decades of experience, Storm Guard applies proven practices and trusted materials to ensure every project endures.
  • No Shortcuts - Each installation is carried out with precision and care, reflecting standards that stand the test of time.
  • Materials that Matter - We rely on products selected for durability, performance, and long-term value.
  • Experienced Guidance - Our trained teams and project managers bring clarity and expertise to every step.
  • Tailored Solutions - Every roof is unique, and we adjust our approach to meet the specific needs of your home.
  • Respect for Your Home - We leave each site clean and cared for, as if it were our own.
THE STORM GUARD DIFFERENCE

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN TRUST

As America's top home exterior franchise, we've built our reputation by acting with integrity and providing the highest degree of professionalism.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

We’re fanatic about customer satisfaction and provide the strongest materials, workmanship and labor warranties in the industry.
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    MATERIALS
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WHY TRUST
STORM GUARD

HONESTY & INTEGRITY
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  • No Scams. No Fraud. No Bad Workmanship.
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REPUTATION & EXPERIENCE
  • 20+ Years Experience.
  • Consistent 5 Star Ratings & Reviews.
  • A+ BBB Rating.
  • Helpful, Knowledgeable Sales Team.
  • Expert Project Managers, Highly Trained Workers.
  • Rigorous Procedures w/ Proven Methodology.
  • Committed to Safety.
  • Personalized Customer Service.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Learn more about our most frequently asked questions

To paint the exterior of your home, you first need to clean it using a power washer and make any repairs. Then, using a paint sprayer and starting from the top, you can cover your home in one or two coats of fresh paint.

The average cost to get your exterior painted is $3,044. Square footage, the number of stories, and the material of your home may impact the cost.

Greens and greys are on trend, but you can never go wrong with a neutral like grey or taupe.

The steps are as follows: pressure wash walls, repair damage, remove loose paint, use a sanding block to sand rough areas, caulk trim, prime stains, protect fixtures and doors, paint the exterior top to bottom, and then paint the trim and doors.

Absolutely! It's a quick makeover for your home and greatly increases the curb appeal and value.

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From minor fixes to major renovations, we help you understand the best options for your home and deliver solutions built to last.
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