We estimate the work, are on site, and complete the final walkthrough. No subcontracted work.
Written scope
Prep, surfaces, materials and scheduling are discussed before work begins.
Fully insured
$1M Hiscox liability coverage. Certificate provided after estimate approval on every job.
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A scope you can review before work begins
We meet you at the property, look at the surfaces and talk through what needs attention. The written estimate sets out the work being proposed, so you can ask questions before deciding.
01
Walk the project
Show us the areas you want addressed and any concerns about the existing finish.
02
Review the scope
Discuss preparation, materials, access and a practical schedule for the work.
03
Get it in writing
Review the proposed work and ask about anything that needs clarification.
What's included on an exterior project
Minnesota exteriors fail at the prep, not the paint. Every estimate spells the prep out.
Pressure wash to remove chalk, dirt and mildew
Scraping of loose and failing paint, then sanding of the edges
Bare wood spot-primed with an appropriate primer before topcoats
Caulk replaced at seams, joints and trim gaps
Windows, roofing, stone and landscaping masked and protected
Two finish coats of exterior paint from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, or Hirshfield's unless the scope says otherwise
Daily clean-up and a final walkthrough with us before the job is closed
How an exterior project runs
1
Free on-site estimate
We walk the elevations, check siding condition, access and problem areas, and confirm colors.
2
Written scope and schedule
A written estimate showing body, trim, soffits, doors and prep, plus your weather-dependent start window.
3
Wash, scrape and prime
Pressure wash, scrape failing paint, sand the edges, replace caulk and spot-prime every bare surface.
4
Paint and final walkthrough
Two finish coats, site cleaned each evening, then a walkthrough with us around the whole house.
What exterior painting typically costs in the Twin Cities
Typical Twin Cities exterior ranges. Every price assumes a full pressure wash, scraping, and priming of bare wood.
Single-story rambler
$4,500 – $8,500
Full body, trim, and doors with two finish coats.
Stucco or fiber cement
$6,000 – $12,000
Masonry and fiber-cement siding with the right primer and finish.
Two-story siding + trim
$7,500 – $15,000
Multi-elevation homes, steep access, and extensive trim work.
Typical projects often fall within these ranges, but they are not quotes. Project pricing varies by size, prep, repairs, access, and coatings — your on-site estimate provides the final written price.
What affects your final quote
Project size
Surface condition and repairs
Prep requirements
Product and coating selection
Access and site conditions
Number of coats and color changes
Exterior season in Minnesota runs late April through mid-October — coatings need surface temps above their minimum to cure.
We don't paint over rot. Soft trim, fascia, and sill wood is replaced or epoxy-repaired first, quoted separately before work starts.
Freeze-thaw cycling is the reason we use flexible acrylics (SW Duration or Emerald) and Sashco Big Stretch at the joints.
Scope and prep: Stucco siding, cedar shake gables, trim
Charming cottage exterior painted in a bold navy blue with crisp white trim. Stucco surfaces were carefully prepped and coated for even, durable coverage.
Vadnais Heights, MN
Two-Tone Siding and Gambrel Roof Home
Scope and prep: Full siding, two-tone scheme, trim, gutters
Gambrel-style home finished in a two-tone scheme of warm blue-gray and deep navy with bright white trim and gutters for sharp contrast.
North Oaks, MN
Craftsman Shingle and Stone Exterior
Scope and prep: Shingle siding, trim, garage doors, stone protection
Craftsman home with warm tan shingle siding, cream trim, and garage doors. Stone veneer and landscaping carefully protected throughout the project.
Before and after
BeforeAfter
Exterior repaint — before and after.
Exterior Painting Projects We Handle
Complete exterior protection for Minnesota homes
Full Exteriors
Complete house painting from foundation to fascia
Siding
Wood, LP SmartSide, fiber cement, and aluminum
Trim & Fascia
Detailed trim work and fascia boards
Decks & Fences
Staining and sealing for outdoor wood
Garage Doors
Matching or contrasting garage finishes
Shutters
Accent color shutters and louvers
Front Doors
Welcoming entryway transformations
Outbuildings
Sheds, detached garages, and more
Minnesota Exterior Expertise
Built for our extreme climate
Winter-Ready Finishes
Paint systems engineered to withstand Minnesota's brutal winters without cracking or peeling.
Flexible formulations for -30°F
Moisture barrier primers
Freeze-thaw resistant
UV protection for harsh sun
Wood Rot Repair
We don't just paint over problems—we fix them first for lasting results.
Full rot assessment included
Structural repair when needed
Epoxy wood consolidation
Preventive treatments
Moisture Management
Proper caulking and sealing to prevent water intrusion that damages Minnesota homes.
Professional caulking
Seam and gap sealing
Flashing inspection
Drainage considerations
Why Minnesota Homes Need Local Expertise
The difference experience makes
Feature
Advanced Painting Services
Other Contractors
15+ years painting Minnesota exteriors
Often newer
Weather-optimized scheduling
Generic approach
Wood rot repair before painting
Paint over it
Climate-rated paint systems
Standard products
Thorough pressure washing
Sometimes skipped
Proper surface prep (scraping, sanding)
Often rushed
3-year warranty
1 year typical
$1M liability coverage
Varies
Twin Cities homeowners ask
Exterior painting FAQs
Serving Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, Roseville, Arden Hills and surrounding north-metro communities.
Exterior painting in Minnesota runs roughly mid-April through late October — anytime daytime temps are reliably above 50°F and overnight lows stay above 35°F so the paint film cures correctly. We book Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, and White Bear Lake exteriors first-come, first-served each spring, so reach out in February or March to lock in your preferred week. Every exterior includes pressure washing, scraping, spot-priming bare wood with an oil-based primer, and full caulk replacement at seams before topcoats.
We standardize on Sherwin-Williams Emerald and Duration for siding and trim — both are 100% acrylic, rated for the freeze/thaw cycles, UV exposure, and humidity swings we get across Roseville, Arden Hills, North Oaks, and the rest of the north metro. Trim and front doors get an extra coat of Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel for chip resistance. Two full coats are standard, never one-coat-and-done. Backed by a 3-year written warranty against peeling and adhesion failure.
Yes — we paint and stain every common Twin Cities exterior substrate: LP SmartSide, Hardie cement-board, cedar lap, stucco, brick, and aluminum. The process is substrate-specific: cedar gets scraped and oil-primed at bare spots, Hardie gets a 100% acrylic bonding primer at field-cut edges, stucco gets elastomeric crack-filler before a masonry-rated topcoat, and aluminum gets a chalk-binding primer first. Common in Blaine, Lino Lakes, Mounds View, and New Brighton subdivisions built in the last 30 years.
Wood, vinyl, LP SmartSide, fiber cement (Hardie board), stucco, brick and aluminum. Each material needs its own prep and product, which we cover at the estimate.
It depends on house size, prep needs and weather. We review the expected schedule with you during the free estimate.
Watch for peeling, exposed wood, fading and failing caulk. We can look at your siding and talk through when a repaint makes sense.
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Cody is an absolute professional. Do not hesitate to book him. He took such good care of our cabinets which really had me worried. He also painted our entire interior. He even offered to come back and touch up. I will be a repeat customer.
Painting the front of my house plus trim & fence gate. Price was reasonable.
Cody is the best professional painter, I would recommend him for any job. Cleans everything up, making sure all things are protected from paint splatters.
