Exterior Painting Built to Last in Coastal Alabama
Your home's exterior battles intense sun, driving rain, high humidity, and salt air. A cheap paint job won't last. We use meticulous prep and premium weather-resistant paints to protect your home for years.
Exterior Painting Pricing
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
✓ DO's
- Power wash first - Removes mildew, dirt, chalk
- Scrape ALL loose paint - New paint only sticks to solid substrate
- Prime bare wood - Especially important for tannin-rich cedar
- 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 with proper maintenance
| Surface | Coating | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Siding | 100% Acrylic Paint | 10-15 years |
| Stucco | Mineral Paint (Breathable) | 15-20 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%.
Exterior Painting Gallery
Recent exterior transformations across Baldwin and Mobile County.
What Our Clients Say
Real feedback from homeowners across Baldwin and Mobile County.
Exterior Painting FAQ
Areas We Serve
Paint Doctors LLC proudly serves homeowners throughout Baldwin County and Mobile County, Alabama.
Baldwin County
- Foley - Gateway to Gulf beaches
- Daphne - Growing family-friendly suburb
- Fairhope - Eastern Shore's premier community
- Spanish Fort - Historic bayfront living
- Bay Minette - County seat, our home base
- Robertsdale - Central Baldwin hub
- Loxley - Growing community
- Point Clear - Grand Hotel area
Mobile County
- Semmes - Fast-growing suburb
- Saraland - North Mobile suburb
- Theodore - South Mobile community
- Satsuma - Delta community
Not sure if we serve your area? Give us a call - we're happy to discuss your project location.
Find Us
Based in Bay Minette, serving all of Baldwin and Mobile County with quality painting services.
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