How much does it cost to paint a house in Houston?

Interior painting in Houston typically costs $2–$4 per square foot, so a 2,000 sq ft home runs $4,000–$8,000. Exterior painting for a typical 2,500 sq ft Houston home runs $4,500–$9,000 depending on prep work, height, and surfaces (hardiplank, stucco, brick). Cabinet refinishing runs $3,000–$8,000. Houston Superior Painting provides free, detailed, line-item estimates with no upfront cost.

Do painters in Houston offer cabinet painting?

Yes. Houston Superior Painting specializes in factory-finish cabinet refinishing for kitchens, bathroom vanities, pantries, and laundry rooms. We remove doors and drawers, clean and degrease, fill grain on oak cabinets, sand, prime, and spray multiple coats of cabinet-grade enamel for a glass-smooth, washable finish. Most projects complete in 3–5 days at 20–30% the cost of replacement.

Do you provide free painting estimates?

Yes — Houston Superior Painting provides free, on-site, no-obligation estimates throughout Houston, Katy, Cypress, Sugar Land, Richmond, Fulshear, Pearland, Memorial, The Heights, and The Woodlands. A certified technician visits, measures, evaluates prep needs, and delivers a detailed line-item proposal usually within 24 hours. No upfront payment is required to start.

Quick Answer

Exterior house painting in Houston costs $1.50\u2013$4+ per square foot in 2026, or $3,500\u2013$12,000 for a typical home. Key factors: home size, siding type, stories, and prep work. Premium paint (SW Duration) lasts 8\u201310 years. Budget paint fails in 3\u20135 years. Call (346) 594-5960 for a free exterior estimate.

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Q: How long does exterior paint last in Houston?

In Houston's heat, humidity, UV exposure, and storm cycles, cheap exterior paint jobs often fail in 2–4 years (peeling, fading, chalking). A properly prepped exterior paint job using premium Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore exterior coatings should last 8–12 years. Houston Superior Painting backs every exterior with a written 5-year warranty because our prep process is built specifically for Houston climate.

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Exterior Painting Cost by Home Size

Home Size	1 Story	2 Story	3 Story
1,500 sq ft	$2,500 – $4,500	$3,500 – $6,000	$5,000 – $8,000
2,000 sq ft	$3,500 – $5,500	$4,500 – $7,500	$6,000 – $10,000
2,500 sq ft	$4,000 – $7,000	$5,500 – $9,000	$7,500 – $12,000
3,000 sq ft	$5,000 – $8,000	$6,500 – $10,500	$9,000 – $14,000
4,000+ sq ft	$6,500 – $10,000	$8,500 – $14,000	$12,000 – $20,000

Prices include power wash, scrape, caulk, prime, and 2 coats of premium Sherwin-Williams paint.

Cost by Siding Type

Siding Type	Per Sq Ft	Prep Notes
Vinyl	$1.50 – $2.50	Light prep, adhesion primer needed
Fiber Cement (HardiePlank)	$1.75 – $3.00	Caulk joints, prime bare areas
Wood Siding	$2.50 – $4.00	Scrape, sand, replace rotted sections
Brick (paint)	$2.00 – $3.50	Pressure wash, masonry primer
Stucco	$2.00 – $3.50	Fill cracks, elastomeric coating recommended
Brick (limewash)	$3.00 – $6.00	Specialty application, 2\u20133 coats

What's Included in Our Exterior Painting Price

Always Included

✓ Pressure washing all surfaces
✓ Scraping all loose/peeling paint
✓ Caulking windows, doors, and trim
✓ Priming all bare wood/surfaces
✓ Two coats premium Sherwin-Williams paint
✓ Trim, fascia, soffits, and gutters
✓ Hardware protection and masking
✓ Final walkthrough and touch-ups
✓ Written 5-year warranty

Additional Costs (If Needed)

+ Wood rot repair: $50–$500/area
+ Lead paint testing: $200–$400
+ Stucco crack repair: $100–$800
+ Deck/fence staining: $500–$2,000
+ 3rd coat for dramatic color changes: $500–$1,500
+ Shutters (per pair): $50–$150

5 Ways to Save on Exterior Painting

Paint during off-season (Jan–Mar) (5–15% savings)

Painters are less busy and may offer discounts to fill the schedule.

Bundle interior + exterior (10–20% savings)

Combining projects reduces setup/mobilization costs.

Stick with 1–2 colors (5–10% savings)

Multiple colors require more masking, cleanup, and product waste.

Keep the same color family (Save on coats)

Dramatic color changes require 3 coats. Similar colors need only 2.

Maintain regularly (Save long-term)

Touch-ups every 3–4 years extend full repaints to 10+ years.

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FAQs About Exterior Painting Cost

How much does it cost to paint the exterior of a 2,000 sq ft house in Houston?▼

A 2,000 sq ft Houston home typically costs $3,500–$7,000 for exterior painting. This includes power washing, scraping, caulking, priming, and two coats of premium paint. Multi-story homes or extensive prep work increase the price.

What factors affect exterior painting cost the most?▼

The five biggest factors are: (1) home size and number of stories, (2) siding type (wood costs more than vinyl or brick), (3) prep work needed (peeling, rot repair), (4) paint product quality, and (5) number of colors.

Is exterior painting a good investment?▼

Exterior painting has one of the highest ROI of any home improvement — typically 50–75% return and it can increase home value by 2–5%. It also prevents costly damage from wood rot and water intrusion.

How long does exterior paint last in Houston?▼

Premium exterior paint (Sherwin-Williams Duration or SuperPaint) lasts 8–10 years in Houston with proper preparation. Budget paint typically fails within 3–5 years due to Houston’s humidity and UV exposure.

When is the cheapest time to paint a house exterior in Houston?▼

January through March is typically the slowest season for painters, so you may get better pricing and faster scheduling. October–November is also good. Avoid summer when demand peaks.

Should I paint my house before selling?▼

Almost always yes. Fresh exterior paint is one of the highest-ROI improvements for home sellers. It improves curb appeal, signals that the home is well-maintained, and can help sell 20–30% faster.

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