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Exterior Painting Cost Calculator
Estimate US exterior painting by paintable wall area, surface, access, and preparation.
How this estimate is calculated
Exterior wall area uses a US painting baseline. Surface type, access, and normal preparation scale with paintable area; stripping is a separate fixed allowance because scope varies substantially.
This is a planning estimate, not a contractor quote. Actual contractor quotes vary by location, specification, site conditions, labour, and project requirements.
Useful cost information
Planning assumptions
- The estimate is for a planning scope, not a façade inspection.
- Lead-safe work, major repair, permits, and specialist coatings are excluded unless separately quoted.
Data sources & methodology
Angi — Cost to Paint a House Exterior (2026 Data, updated July 20, 2026)
Last reviewed: 2026-09
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