Exterior Painting in Bay Minette, AL
Bay Minette is our home, and we take pride in serving our neighbors. As Baldwin County's seat, this small-town community features many homes built 30-50+ years ago with original wood siding, cedar trim, and traditional Southern architecture. While we're inland from the coast's salt air, Alabama's humidity and summer storms still demand quality prep and premium coatings. We specialize in restoring and protecting the original character of Bay Minette homes.
Exterior Painting Pricing in Bay Minette
Transparent pricing based on home size and condition
Small Home
Under 1,500 sq ft
$2,500 - $4,000
- Power wash
- Scrape & sand
- Prime bare spots
- 2 coats premium paint
Average Home
1,500 - 2,500 sq ft
$4,000 - $7,000
- Everything in Small +
- Caulk all gaps
- Minor wood repair
- Trim & fascia included
Large Home
2,500+ sq ft
$7,000 - $12,000+
- Everything in Average +
- Multi-story access
- Detailed trim work
- Color consultation
Note: Final price depends on current condition, prep needed, and paint choice. We provide detailed written estimates.
Exterior Painting Do's & Don'ts
What makes paint last vs what causes early failure in Bay Minette's climate
✓ DO's
- Power wash first - Removes mildew, dirt, pollen, chalk
- Scrape ALL loose paint - New paint only sticks to solid substrate
- Prime bare wood - Especially important for tannin-rich cedar siding
- Caulk gaps - Water infiltration is the #1 paint killer
- Paint in right weather - 50-85F, low humidity, no rain for 24hrs
- Use quality paint - Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald
- Apply 2 full coats - One coat never lasts
✗ DON'Ts
- Don't skip power washing - Paint over dirt = peeling in 1 year
- Don't paint over mildew - It grows through the new paint
- Don't paint wet wood - Moisture content must be under 15%
- Don't use cheap paint - $20/gallon paint fades in 2 years
- Don't paint in direct sun - Causes blistering and lap marks
- Don't ignore wood rot - Fix it or it spreads
- Don't rush the prep - 80% of paint failure is prep failure
Realistic Lifespan Expectations
How long each coating system lasts in Bay Minette's inland Alabama climate
| Surface | Coating | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Siding | 100% Acrylic Paint | 10-15 years |
| Cedar Siding | Stain-Blocking Prime + Acrylic | 12-18 years |
| Brick | Mineral-Based Paint | 20-30 years |
| Metal Fascia | Industrial DTM Paint | 7-10 years |
| Deck/Fence | Penetrating Stain | 3-7 years |
Maintenance tip: Annual caulking, gutter cleaning, and light pressure washing extends paint life by 20-30%.
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Serving Bay Minette & Nearby Areas
Paint Doctors LLC is based right here in Bay Minette - we're your neighbors.
Bay Minette Neighborhoods
- Downtown Bay Minette - Historic courthouse square area
- North Bay Minette - Highway 31 corridor
- South Bay Minette - McMeans Avenue area
- Bromley - West of downtown
- Crossroads - Highway 59 area
- Historic District - Original town center
Nearby Cities
- Loxley - 15 minutes south
- Stapleton - 10 minutes north
- Stockton - 15 minutes north
- Daphne - 20 minutes south
- Fairhope - 25 minutes south
- Spanish Fort - 20 minutes south
Not sure if we serve your area? Give us a call - we're happy to discuss your project location.
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