Exterior House Painting Pricing Guide

Cost to paint the exterior of your home with Titanium Painting & Renovations.

5/15/20257 min read

Make Your Home Stand Out: Why Exterior Painting Is the Best Investment This Season

Is your home looking faded, weathered, or outdated? A fresh coat of exterior paint is one of the most affordable ways to boost curb appeal, increase property value, and protect your home from the elements — especially in New England’s harsh climate.

At Titanium Painting & Renovations, we specialize in professional exterior painting services that transform homes with long-lasting results and minimal disruption.

Why Exterior Painting Matters More Than You Think

Over time, weather, moisture, and sun exposure can cause your home’s exterior to crack, peel, or fade. This not only looks bad — it puts your home at risk of wood rot, water damage, and mold growth.

A professional paint job acts like a shield, protecting your siding while giving your home a fresh, clean look.

Signs It’s Time to Repaint

Peeling, flaking, or cracking paint
Faded color or chalky residue on siding
Mold or mildew stains
Paint bubbling or blistering
It’s been 5–10 years since your last paint job

If you're seeing these signs, it’s time to act — before bigger (and more expensive) repairs are needed.

Why Hire a Professional Painting company like Titanium?

Sure, DIY is an option — but when it comes to protecting your home’s value and appearance, professional results make all the difference. Our team handles everything from surface prep and pressure washing to premium coatings designed for your specific exterior material.

✔️ Fully insured
✔️ Up to 5-year warranty
✔️ Daily clean-up
✔️ Factory-grade tools and products

Get a free exterior painting quote today

Serving Your Local Area

Based in Marlborough, we proudly serve homeowners across Framingham, Natick, Marlborough, Sudbury, Middlesex and Worcester county area.

Also offering:

Interior Painting
Cabinet Refinishing
Deck Staining & Repair
Flooring Installation

What Our Clients Say

“Titanium Painting made our house look brand new! The team was on time, professional, and the results are incredible.”
— Sarah R., Natick MA

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If you’re tired of seeing peeling paint or dull, faded colors on your home’s exterior, you’re not alone. Many homeowners feel overwhelmed by the potential costs and unsure of where to begin.

When you start requesting quotes, you’ll quickly notice major differences in pricing—and it’s not always clear why. So, what should it really cost to paint the exterior of your home in 2025?

At Titanium Painting & Renovations, we’ve helped homeowners across Massachusetts transform their houses with high-quality, long-lasting exterior painting. In this blog, we’ll break down the key pricing factors so you can confidently plan your project and avoid surprises.

What You'll Learn:

What exterior home painting typically costs in 2025
What factors influence those costs
How to budget smartly for your upcoming paint job

Assumptions that accompany the painting prices:

Clapboard and trim prices are based on spot priming (priming only those areas that are “raw” or have been sanded/filled/prepped) and 1 top coat of paint.
Includes a quality residential architectural coating such as Sherwin Williams Resilience Benjamin Moore Regal or Sherwin Williams Woodscapes or Benjamin Moore Arbor coat stains. Choosing an excellent grade of paint matters and will almost always save you money (even when you’re painting yourself!).
Carpentry to replace any rotted wood is extra.

Factors that affect exterior painting prices:

Some things might affect the price from these ballpark estimates, such as:

The number of surfaces painted will affect the price. For example, are you painting Trim? Shingles? Decks? Clapboards? All of the above?
The conditions of the surfaces we’ll be painting will make a difference in the preparation cost. If there are lots of dings, scratches, and holes, more labor will be needed to fill and sand them.
Is there rotted wood that needs replacement? Paint cannot be applied over rotted wood surfaces because the moisture in the rotted wood will cause the paint to degrade very quickly, usually within a few months of painting.
The height of your home is a factor because painting a first and second story is more manageable than painting a third or fourth story. High areas that require intricate ladder moves to reach will require more labor as well.
Will you be changing colors? If you’re changing the color of your exterior to something much darker or much lighter, it will require more coats of paint to cover over the old color.
- In general, we quote projects with 1-2 coats of paint if they are the same or a similar color to the surface paint we’ll be covering.
- When painting your exterior a different color than your current paint (i.e., changing the clapboard color from brown to beige) tinted primer coat needs to be applied first, followed by 2-3 top coats, in order to get good coverage and not have the old color seep through the new color.
Sometimes, Clients have us give a quote for painting their entire exterior but then choose to paint just the trim. This is fine, but understand that since the original price included one trip charge, and if you now want to break up the project in stages, the quote will have to include multiple trip charges. This is why “bundling” the whole house and painting it at once is much less expensive than doing each exterior area piecemeal.

7 Key Factors That Determine Exterior Painting Costs

Most painting contractors will evaluate your home before they give you a price for the project. During your estimate, they’ll look at the size of your home, the condition of the paint, and any obstacles that might require more labor or time to complete the painting project.

Here are the key factors and considerations that will affect the cost of your exterior paint job:

1. Size of Your Home

The size of your home is one of the most significant factors in determining the overall cost. A larger home requires more paint and labor, naturally increasing the price. The complexity of the project can also play a role. Homes with intricate trim work, multiple stories, or unique architectural details take more time and effort to paint, which can increase the cost.

For a typical 1,500 to 2,000-square-foot, single-story home, a one-coat exterior repaint can cost between $5,500 to $7,500. If you want two coats for better durability and coverage, expect a 25% increase, bringing the total to around $6,800 to $9,000.

For a 2,000 to 3,000-square-foot, two-story home, a one-coat repaint will likely cost between $7,500 and $9,000, while a two-coat job increases the price to $8,000 to $12,500.

If your home is 4,000 square feet or larger, single or multi-level, a one-coat repaint starts at $12,250, with a two-coat job pushing that figure to around $15,000.

However, before new paint is applied, painting contractors should evaluate the current condition of your exterior paint.

2. Current Paint Condition

If your home has peeling, cracking, or flaking paint, we’ll need to perform extensive surface prep. Scraping, sanding, priming, and repairing damaged areas add to the labor and time involved.

3. Type and Quality of Paint

We recommend using premium products like Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald for durability and protection against the elements. While these paints cost more upfront, they last longer and can save you money in the long run.

4. Number of Coats

Some homes may need just one coat (especially if you're painting the same color), but for most quality jobs, two coats are ideal. This adds to the cost, but ensures deeper color, better coverage, and longer-lasting protection.

5. Labor and Skill Level

Exterior painting is more than applying paint—it requires expertise in surface prep, proper application methods, and safety. Skilled labor may cost more, but the results are cleaner, more precise, and longer-lasting.

6. Geographic Location

Where you live impacts labor and material costs. In areas like Marlborough, MA and throughout Middlesex and Worcester Counties, pricing may reflect a higher cost of living or seasonal weather conditions that affect scheduling and durability.

7. Trim vs. Siding

While trim takes up less square footage than siding, it often requires more detail work with brushes and rollers. Siding can often be sprayed for efficiency, but trim needs more attention, which can increase costs.

Budgeting Tips for Your Exterior Paint Project

We recommend the following steps to make your budgeting process easier:

Request Multiple Estimates: Get 2–3 quotes from reputable, licensed painters. Look for detailed breakdowns, not vague numbers.
Ask About Prep Work: Not all quotes include the same level of surface prep. This is where many “cheap” painters cut corners.
Invest in Quality: Spending a little more on top-tier paint and craftsmanship pays off in the long run with a longer-lasting finish.
Check for Warranties: At Titanium Painting & Renovations, we stand behind our work and offer warranties on all our exterior projects to give you peace of mind.

Painting your home’s exterior is a big investment—but also a smart one. A fresh, high-quality paint job protects your home from the elements, boosts curb appeal, and increases property value.

If you’re ready to get started, we’re here to help. At Titanium Painting & Renovations, we offer free, detailed estimates, and we’re happy to walk you through every step of the process. As your local exterior painting specialists, we proudly serve homeowners throughout Middlesex County, Worcester County, and nearby areas.

Contact Titanium Painting & Renovations today to schedule your free consultation—and let’s bring new life to your home’s exterior.