How often should you paint the exterior of your house?

<div><p>You should paint your home exterior every <b>five to 10 years</b>, on average. Climate and surroundings can affect how well paint holds up. Wood siding will likely need a fresh coat of paint every three to seven years. Paint on brick tends to last about eight to 17 years, on average.</p></div>

How do you calculate how much paint you need for a house exterior?

<div><p>Calculate the square footage of the area you want to paint. Divide the square footage by 350 (the average square footage a gallon of paint covers). Multiply the number of gallons you need by two, as you’ll likely be applying two coats of paint. For a more accurate estimate, subtract the square footage of the windows and doors from the initial square footage total. It’s a good idea to plan for an extra gallon of paint to make sure you have enough to finish the job.</p></div>

How do painters calculate exterior square footage?

<div><p>To calculate the square footage of a home exterior, painters multiply the length of the wall by the height of the wall to be painted. Then they add the total square footage for all of the walls to be painted. To calculate the price, they multiply the total square footage by their cost per square foot to prep and paint. Additional costs may factor in such as repairs, additional trim, and walls higher than the first story.</p></div>

How much does it cost to paint the exterior of a house?

<div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-paint-house-exterior.htm">cost to paint the exterior of a house</a> ranges from $1,900 to $4,500 or about <b>$1.50 to $4 per square foot</b>, depending on the size, height, and complexity of the home layout. Other cost factors include your location, the type of siding (e.g., wood, aluminum, brick, stucco, etc.), and the kind of paint (e.g. oil-based, latex, acrylic, etc.). Painting the trim a different color or painting intricately designed trim can also increase the cost.</p></div>

How many coats of paint should go on the exterior of a house?

<div><p>You should apply at least two coats of paint when painting the exterior of your house. Two coats of paint provides better durability and more even coverage than just one coat.</p></div>

Top 10 Best Exterior painters in Tucson, AZ

Ramirez & Hijos Painting Inc

Ramirez & Hijos Painting Inc

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

38 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated we specialize in painting, roof coating, texture and more! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very, very well. I received a recommendation from my realtor. Called and they came quickly to discuss and provide a quote. All was done in a good and professional manner. Every member of the team was pleasant. They arrived on time and remained focused on the job the entire time they were there. Very good work ethic. I was thrilled with the job that was done. They were also very nice guys. It was a pleasure working with all of them."

Carol C on July 2021

Family owned and operated we specialize in painting, roof coating, texture and more! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting Services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Very, very well. I received a recommendation from my realtor. Called and they came quickly to discuss and provide a quote. All was done in a good and professional manner. Every member of the team was pleasant. They arrived on time and remained focused on the job the entire time they were there. Very good work ethic. I was thrilled with the job that was done. They were also very nice guys. It was a pleasure working with all of them."

Carol C on July 2021

S & H Contracting, LLC

S & H Contracting, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

176 local quotes requested

n Business Since 1978 We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! *Tuscon customers we have a new office and if you want to contact us here is our info. Call us at 520-449-1139. Our office is at 2509 N Campbell Ave Tuscon AZ, 85719.*

"We were extremely pleased with the job Henry and his crew did for us, and I would say they went above and beyond my expectations. Great attention to detail, cleaned up afterwards and left everything spic and span. My husband and I have no problem recommending them without reservation. They were great!"

Constance W on April 2025

n Business Since 1978 We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! *Tuscon customers we have a new office and if you want to contact us here is our info. Call us at 520-449-1139. Our office is at 2509 N Campbell Ave Tuscon AZ, 85719.*

"We were extremely pleased with the job Henry and his crew did for us, and I would say they went above and beyond my expectations. Great attention to detail, cleaned up afterwards and left everything spic and span. My husband and I have no problem recommending them without reservation. They were great!"

Constance W on April 2025

Arizona Painting Co - Tucson

Arizona Painting Co - Tucson

Customers say: Quality work

77 local quotes requested

16 years of experience

Arizona Painting Company has been in business for over 20 years and is a full service painting contractor. We specialize in both residential house painting and commercial painting. We've painted over 25,000 houses in Arizona and countless other apartments, schools, churches, business complexes and commercial buildings. We can help you with any of your painting needs both large and small. Our goal is to set the standard in our industry and we have been ranked the #1 Painting Company in Arizona since 2009 by Ranking Arizona. Call us today for a free estimate on your painting project.

"Jonathan J (JJ my sales representative) and Tim and Todd (my painting team) are assets to AZ Painting Company. This has been a great experience and I am so pleased with the professional service I received from them all! If you need a painting job done well, I highly recommend Tim and Todd. Thank you!!!!"

Karen O on October 2024

Arizona Painting Company has been in business for over 20 years and is a full service painting contractor. We specialize in both residential house painting and commercial painting. We've painted over 25,000 houses in Arizona and countless other apartments, schools, churches, business complexes and commercial buildings. We can help you with any of your painting needs both large and small. Our goal is to set the standard in our industry and we have been ranked the #1 Painting Company in Arizona since 2009 by Ranking Arizona. Call us today for a free estimate on your painting project.

"Jonathan J (JJ my sales representative) and Tim and Todd (my painting team) are assets to AZ Painting Company. This has been a great experience and I am so pleased with the professional service I received from them all! If you need a painting job done well, I highly recommend Tim and Todd. Thank you!!!!"

Karen O on October 2024

Angels stucco

S Country Club Dr, Mesa AZ 85210

S Country Club Dr, Mesa AZ 85210

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

40 local quotes requested

We specialize in all stucco repairs /remodels/new builds. Any stucco problems or failures we can assists in repairs or consult customers on their own repairs.

"Super 100% better"

Carl C on November 2024

We specialize in all stucco repairs /remodels/new builds. Any stucco problems or failures we can assists in repairs or consult customers on their own repairs.

"Super 100% better"

Carl C on November 2024

Ortiz Family Painting

Ortiz Family Painting

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

32 local quotes requested

Ortiz Family Painting LLC is proud to provide interior and exterior painting services to the Arizona community. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra step to make sure you're completely satisfied. If you're looking for a company that provides premium work, outstanding service, and beautiful outcomes, then look no further than Ortiz Family Painting. Contact us today for a free estimate !

"Communication with the owner and job leads was excellent. They were responsive to our questions and requests.The crew was very friendly and courteous. I felt well informed through out the entire process!! Date of service was 02/15/24"

Pauline L on February 2025

Ortiz Family Painting LLC is proud to provide interior and exterior painting services to the Arizona community. We strive to satisfy all of our customers and will go the extra step to make sure you're completely satisfied. If you're looking for a company that provides premium work, outstanding service, and beautiful outcomes, then look no further than Ortiz Family Painting. Contact us today for a free estimate !

"Communication with the owner and job leads was excellent. They were responsive to our questions and requests.The crew was very friendly and courteous. I felt well informed through out the entire process!! Date of service was 02/15/24"

Pauline L on February 2025

RAMSEY PAINTING CONTRACTOR INC

RAMSEY PAINTING CONTRACTOR INC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

81 local quotes requested

We are a fourth generation Tucson painting company that prides itself on consistent customer satisfaction! We provide professional and skillful preparation and painting of structures including: Residences Office Buildings Apartments Schools Warehouses Churches Retail Stores Our services include: Professional Interior & Exterior Painting Skilled Preparation of Surfaces Adobe Repair & Water Sealing Power Washing Elastomeric Roof Coatings StuccoRepairs Drywall Repairs & Retextures Deck Refinishing Epoxy Floor Coating Parapet Repair & Sealing Wrought Iron Painting Member of the Better Business Bureau, Southern Arizona 520 577-1514 520 529-7167 fax

"Not very well. There was a LOT of overspray, and they were messy. The spray they used was very thinly layered, and left many unpainted patches. We had them come back several times to clean up the overspray and deal with the open missed areas, but I kept finding more and more. Eventually just gave up and cleaned up their mess myself. I wouldn't recommend these guys."

Joseph S on July 2024

We are a fourth generation Tucson painting company that prides itself on consistent customer satisfaction! We provide professional and skillful preparation and painting of structures including: Residences Office Buildings Apartments Schools Warehouses Churches Retail Stores Our services include: Professional Interior & Exterior Painting Skilled Preparation of Surfaces Adobe Repair & Water Sealing Power Washing Elastomeric Roof Coatings StuccoRepairs Drywall Repairs & Retextures Deck Refinishing Epoxy Floor Coating Parapet Repair & Sealing Wrought Iron Painting Member of the Better Business Bureau, Southern Arizona 520 577-1514 520 529-7167 fax

"Not very well. There was a LOT of overspray, and they were messy. The spray they used was very thinly layered, and left many unpainted patches. We had them come back several times to clean up the overspray and deal with the open missed areas, but I kept finding more and more. Eventually just gave up and cleaned up their mess myself. I wouldn't recommend these guys."

Joseph S on July 2024

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

42 local quotes requested

Interior & Exterior professional Painters at paintingpros we get the job don’t right and provide the best quality that lasts! Painting is our passion , making people happy is our mission -FREE ESTIMATES FULLY INSURED LICENSE INFO: LLC INSURED

"This is the first time I have ever hired someone that has not been referred to me by a friend. I read many excellent reviews about Carlos and Leo and I just had a good feeling about them. I am so happy that I chose them. Great communication and flexibility, really pleasant and easy to work with. They did a great job painting all of the trim on my two-story house and my garage and casita. they also did a magnificent job on my wrought iron security doors and window guards.(Carlos also took care of a drywall issue that was left for me by a previous worker.) I got several bids and they were all around the same price except Painting Pros and More adds in a senior discount which was the icing on the cake! They did a beautiful job and I would hire them again in a heartbeat."

Judith W on July 2025

Interior & Exterior professional Painters at paintingpros we get the job don’t right and provide the best quality that lasts! Painting is our passion , making people happy is our mission -FREE ESTIMATES FULLY INSURED LICENSE INFO: LLC INSURED

"This is the first time I have ever hired someone that has not been referred to me by a friend. I read many excellent reviews about Carlos and Leo and I just had a good feeling about them. I am so happy that I chose them. Great communication and flexibility, really pleasant and easy to work with. They did a great job painting all of the trim on my two-story house and my garage and casita. they also did a magnificent job on my wrought iron security doors and window guards.(Carlos also took care of a drywall issue that was left for me by a previous worker.) I got several bids and they were all around the same price except Painting Pros and More adds in a senior discount which was the icing on the cake! They did a beautiful job and I would hire them again in a heartbeat."

Judith W on July 2025

Pro Finish Custom Painting LLC

7065 S Missiondale Rd

Pro Finish Custom Painting LLC

7065 S Missiondale Rd

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

42 local quotes requested

Pro Finish Custom Painting LLC in Tucson offers premium interior and exterior painting services. Our skilled team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that will transform your home. With our 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can trust us to exceed your expectations. Contact us today for a flawless paint job that will enhance the beauty of your home.

"They did a great job!"

John S on March 2024

Pro Finish Custom Painting LLC in Tucson offers premium interior and exterior painting services. Our skilled team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that will transform your home. With our 100% satisfaction guarantee, you can trust us to exceed your expectations. Contact us today for a flawless paint job that will enhance the beauty of your home.

"They did a great job!"

John S on March 2024

Top Tier Painting & Drywall LLC

Top Tier Painting & Drywall LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

70 local quotes requested

Check out all the services we offer on our website www.ttpdllc.com. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today (520)904-0241

"Neigbors are complimenting us on how good the house looks. They did a very good job."

Art A on May 2025

Check out all the services we offer on our website www.ttpdllc.com. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today (520)904-0241

"Neigbors are complimenting us on how good the house looks. They did a very good job."

Art A on May 2025

D.N.A's Custom Painting LLC

D.N.A's Custom Painting LLC

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

43 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! With 25 years experience we can proudly say that DNA’s Custom Painting LLC is a highly commendable painting family. We understand that if you have vaulted ceilings, cabinets, or light fixtures, you want an interior painter who knows how to handle them. This is why we can call ourselves specialists who are careful and accurate. We humbly believe that our professional, trustworthy, dependable, punctual, and honest work follows us, which is why we are always happy to provide references. No job is too big or too small, but because we are honest, we recognize our abilities and won’t take on a job that we don’t have the equipment or know-how to complete efficiently. Trust is extremely important to us, after all we will be spending time in your home and possibly around your family, we always encourage to hire a painter you can trust! Our goal is to have our customers enjoy the peace of mind that the job will be done right and with professional results! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It was wonderful. Completely professional and handled challenging situations with tenant amazingly. I highly recommend Nestor and his crew for any of your painting requirements. He is my saving grace."

Alexis C on July 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! With 25 years experience we can proudly say that DNA’s Custom Painting LLC is a highly commendable painting family. We understand that if you have vaulted ceilings, cabinets, or light fixtures, you want an interior painter who knows how to handle them. This is why we can call ourselves specialists who are careful and accurate. We humbly believe that our professional, trustworthy, dependable, punctual, and honest work follows us, which is why we are always happy to provide references. No job is too big or too small, but because we are honest, we recognize our abilities and won’t take on a job that we don’t have the equipment or know-how to complete efficiently. Trust is extremely important to us, after all we will be spending time in your home and possibly around your family, we always encourage to hire a painter you can trust! Our goal is to have our customers enjoy the peace of mind that the job will be done right and with professional results! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"It was wonderful. Completely professional and handled challenging situations with tenant amazingly. I highly recommend Nestor and his crew for any of your painting requirements. He is my saving grace."

Alexis C on July 2025