The Short Answer
A full exterior repaint protects your home and lifts curb appeal more than any other cosmetic upgrade. We pressure wash, scrape, caulk, patch stucco hairlines, prime, and apply two coats of premium acrylic or elastomeric. Done with the right prep and product, the finish holds up for years in our climate.
Exterior Painting at a Glance
Estimates only. Every project is different. Use these as rough planning ranges. A real number takes a free walkthrough.
Varies with home size, stories, and stucco condition. Free on site estimate.
Depends on home size and the amount of stucco and wood repair. You get a firm schedule with your estimate.
Homes past their last repaint or showing sun and weather wear
Around a decade on a well prepped exterior, longer with elastomeric on stucco
When You Need Exterior Painting
Body color is fading or chalking on south or west facing walls
Trim and fascia show cracking or peeling
Stucco has hairline cracks that need patching before paint
You are selling and need fresh curb appeal for listing photos
Your HOA color cycle is expiring or you received a notice
What is Included in Every Exterior Painting Project
How Our Exterior Painting Process Works
- 01
Walkthrough
On site walkthrough with Abraham to scope the work, note repairs, and confirm colors.
- 02
Prep
Pressure wash, scrape, patch stucco hairlines, caulk, sand, and prime bare or stained surfaces.
- 03
Paint
Two coat application using premium exterior paint. We mask and protect everything.
- 04
Final Walk
Walk the finished exterior with you. Touch ups on the spot. Cleanup is part of the job.
What Affects the Cost
Here is what moves the price up or down on a real exterior painting project.
Single story vs two story (added reach, ladder, and scaffold time)
Stucco condition: clean substrate vs heavy hairline cracking that needs patching
Color change scope: refresh vs dark to light (extra primer coat)
Body only vs body plus trim, doors, shutters, and fascia
Product upgrade: standard acrylic vs elastomeric on stucco
Standard Acrylic vs Elastomeric Coating
| Coating | Cost | Lifespan | Bridges Cracks | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Acrylic | Baseline | Around 8 to 10 years | No | Newer stucco, lap siding, trim, doors |
| Elastomeric | Higher material cost | Around 10 to 15 years | Yes (hairline) | Older stucco with hairline cracking, west facing exposure |
Common Questions About Exterior Painting
Real questions from Lake Forest and south Orange County clients.
What Can Go Wrong (and How We Handle It)
The most common complaints homeowners post about exterior painting. Here is how we avoid each one.
Painted over dirt and mildew, peels within months
We pressure wash every exterior before prep and treat mildew areas. We never spray fresh paint over a dirty wall.
Crew thinned paint to stretch material, coverage failed
We never thin paint outside manufacturer spec and apply two full coats. Receipts and products can be audited on request.
One coat sold as two, spotty coverage on color change
Two coat application is standard. Color changes get a tinted primer plus two finish coats, disclosed up front in the estimate.
Subbed out crew showed up, not the person who quoted
Abraham Aragon walks every estimate, and the crew on site is our own team, not rotating subcontractors.
Overspray on driveway, AC unit, or a neighbor car
We mask hardscape, AC condensers, and pool equipment, cover landscaping, and notify neighbors before spraying near property lines.
Recent Exterior Painting Projects
