Exterior Painting in San Diego
Pressure washing, scraping, priming where the substrate calls for it, and coatings matched to the exposure. Stucco, wood and trim, from a line-item written proposal to a final walkthrough and sign-off.
Exterior painting starts with prep
A coating only lasts as long as what is under it. On every exterior we pressure wash, scrape loose and failing paint, sand edges, caulk open joints at trim and windows, and prime where the substrate calls for it: bare wood, rusted metal, chalking stucco and patched areas. Landscaping, windows, roofs and hardscape are masked or covered. The condition we find during that prep is disclosed in writing before the first coat, so you know what was under the paint and what we did about it.
What our exterior painting includes
- Stucco walls, with crack repair where it is included in the written scope (see stucco painting and repair)
- Wood siding, fascia, eaves, rafter tails and trim
- Fiber cement and composite siding
- Front doors, garage doors, shutters, railings and gates
- Fences and patio covers, painted or stained
- Pressure washing, scraping, sanding, caulking and priming as itemized
Coatings matched to San Diego exposure
A house in La Jolla or Coronado lives with salt air, morning damp and afternoon sun. A house in El Cajon or Santee lives with dry heat and hard UV on south and west walls. The coating system, the sheen and the number of coats on your proposal are chosen for that exposure and for the substrate, not copied from the last job. On stucco that usually means an elastomeric or acrylic system; on wood trim it means a primer that seals the grain and a finish that flexes with it.
What affects the cost of exterior painting in San Diego
Size and the number of stories, the type and condition of the substrate, how much prep is needed, the number of colors (body, trim, accent), access on slopes or over roofs, and any stucco or wood repair. Each is a line on the proposal. If prep uncovers dry rot, failed sealant or stucco damage beyond the scope, it is disclosed and quoted as a written change order before the added work is done.
HOA and architectural review approvals
If your home is in an association, the color usually needs approval before a brush touches the wall. We provide the color and product documentation the architectural committee asks for, and we keep the record so the same color can be matched for future touch-ups. For association-wide repaints, see HOA and multi-unit painting.
Exterior painting across San Diego County
We paint exteriors in El Cajon, Santee, La Mesa, Chula Vista, Coronado, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Del Mar, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Poway and across the county. Read our Google reviews, then request a free estimate and we will schedule a site visit.
Questions, answered
When is the best time of year to paint a house exterior in San Diego?
The climate allows exterior painting most of the year. We schedule around rain and, on the coast, around the marine layer, because stucco and wood need to be dry before coating. The proposal states the schedule.
How long does exterior paint last in San Diego?
It depends on the substrate, the exposure, the coating and the prep. A well-prepped stucco wall on a shaded elevation lasts far longer than a sun-baked wood fascia. Fading, chalking and hairline cracking are the signs it is time.
Do you repair stucco cracks before painting?
Yes, where crack repair is included in the written scope. Hairline and small cracks are filled and textured to blend. Larger or structural cracks and water intrusion are disclosed so you can address the cause first.
Do you paint two-story homes?
Yes. Access, ladders and any lift equipment are itemized on the proposal.
Will you protect my plants, windows and patio?
Yes. Landscaping, windows, hardscape and roofs are covered or masked before washing and painting, and the site is cleaned up daily.
Does the $250 offer apply to exterior painting?
Code TONY250 applies to residential interior or exterior projects over $2,500. Mention it when you request your estimate. See the terms.
Other work within our C-33 license
Cabinet Refinishing and Painting
Doors and drawers sprayed off-site, boxes finished in place. Substrate inspected and disclosed before any coating is applied.
Cabinet refinishingStucco Painting
Elastomeric and acrylic systems specified for San Diego stucco, coastal salt exposure and inland heat, with crack repair where included in the written scope.
Stucco paintingInterior Painting
Walls, ceilings, trim, doors and cabinetry, with furniture protection and daily cleanup written into the proposal.
Interior paintingCommercial Painting
Offices, retail, restaurants and churches, scheduled around hours of operation, under a signed contract with written change orders.
Commercial paintingHOA and Multi-Unit Painting
Per-building line-item bids, phasing plans and ARC-compliant color documentation for associations and property managers.
HOA and multi-unitDrywall Repair
Patches, water damage, cracks and texture matching, primed and finished so the repair disappears under the paint.
Drywall repairRequest a line-item written proposal
Tell us about the property and we will schedule a site visit. You receive a written proposal with scope, materials and price itemized, before anything is signed.
Residential project over $2,500? Mention code TONY250 for $250 off. Terms.
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