Wood Siding Protection That Lasts 10+ Years
Stop repainting every 3 years. Moisture-tested wood, tannin-blocking primers, and premium finishes that actually hold.
Wood Siding Painting Cost
Typical prices for Gulf Coast wood siding work. Final quote depends on condition, prep needed, and wood type.
Small Home
Up to 1,500 sq ft siding
$3,000 - $5,000
- Wash, scrape, sand, prime
- Oil-based tannin blocker
- 2 coats premium paint
- 2-year warranty
Average Home
1,500-3,000 sq ft siding
$5,000 - $9,000
- Full prep and priming
- Minor rot repair included
- 2 coats Duration/Emerald
- 2-year warranty
Large Home
3,000+ sq ft siding
$9,000 - $15,000+
- Extensive prep work
- Multiple wood species
- Full rot repair
- Warranty included
Note: Rot repair: $50-$100 per board (includes prime all 6 sides). Worth it to prevent spreading.
Wood Siding Do's & Don'ts
What to do (and avoid) for lasting wood siding protection.
✓ DO's
- Test moisture before painting - Must be under 15%
- Use oil-based primer on cedar - Blocks tannin bleed-through
- Replace rotted boards first - Paint won't fix structural damage
- Caulk before painting - Seal all gaps and trim joints
- Apply 2 full topcoats - Proper film thickness = longevity
- Seal all end-grain - Wood absorbs moisture through ends
✗ DON'Ts
- Don't paint wet wood - Moisture trapped = failure in 2-3 years
- Don't use latex primer on cedar - Tannins bleed through
- Don't paint over gray/weathered wood - Sand to fresh wood first
- Don't pressure wash at high PSI - Damages wood fibers
- Don't caulk after painting - Caulk goes under paint
- Don't skip scraping loose paint - New paint won't stick
Wood Species Guide
Different woods require different approaches. Here's what we adjust.
| Wood Type | Required Primer | Expected Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar | Oil-based tannin blocker (Cover Stain) | 7-10 years |
| Redwood | Oil-based or shellac (BIN) for severe tannins | 7-10 years |
| Pressure-Treated Pine | Oil-based bonding primer (wait 3-6 months first) | 5-7 years |
| Fir/Spruce | Oil-based primer (multiple coats on bare wood) | 5-7 years |
| Engineered (LP SmartSide) | Factory-primed; spot-prime cut edges only | 10-15 years |
Wood Siding Gallery
Recent wood siding projects across Baldwin & Mobile County.
What Customers Say
Real reviews from wood siding customers.
"Our cedar siding was peeling after just 3 years. Paint Doctors tested moisture, replaced 8 rotted boards, used oil primer, and 5 years later it still looks perfect. Best investment ever."
Michael T., Fairhope
"They explained tannin bleed-through in detail and used the right primer. No brown stains, no peeling. Finally found a contractor who knows wood."
Sarah L., Daphne
"Our 1940s board-and-batten home needed serious prep work. Paint Doctors spent 3 days scraping and repairing before painting. The result? Looks brand new and has held up beautifully for 7 years."
John R., Spanish Fort
"Previous painter used latex primer on our cedar. Brown stains everywhere within 6 months. Paint Doctors fixed it properly with oil-based primer. Night and day difference."
Linda M., Mobile
Wood Siding FAQ
Common questions about wood siding painting.
Service Areas
Professional wood siding painting across Baldwin & Mobile County.
Baldwin County
- Daphne
- Fairhope
- Spanish Fort
- Gulf Shores
- Orange Beach
- Foley
- Bay Minette
- Robertsdale
- Loxley
- Silverhill
- Summerdale
- Elberta
- Magnolia Springs
- Point Clear
- Montrose
- Barnwell
- Bromley
Mobile County
- Mobile
- Theodore
- Saraland
- Prichard
- Chickasaw
- Semmes
- Tillmans Corner
- West Mobile
- Midtown Mobile
- Spring Hill
- Dauphin Island
Find Us
Based in Bay Minette, serving Baldwin & Mobile County.
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Stop repainting every 3-4 years because contractors cut corners. Get a paint job that lasts 10+ years with proper prep and materials.