Exterior painting
in Bellingham

Exterior painting in Bellingham is a different animal. The winters are wet and the marine air rolling off Bellingham Bay carries enough salt to chew through cheap paint in three seasons. We prep every exterior like the forecast is hostile, because it usually is.

Most 2-story homes take 3-7 days depending on prep needs and weather windows. We schedule off the 7-day forecast, not the 3-day, because a surprise shower halfway through day two can ruin a fresh coat. Our crews are EPA Lead-Safe certified, which is required on any home built before 1978.

What it costs

How the job runs

1. Free walkthrough & quote

   We check siding condition, note trim details, look for rot or lead paint, and get you a written line-item quote within 24 hours.

2. Pressure wash & prep

   We power wash every surface, scrape loose paint, spot-prime bare wood, caulk gaps, and replace rotted trim.

3. Primer & two top coats

   Marine-grade primer on bare and repaired spots, then two full coats of exterior paint. Spray where practical, brush where it matters.

4. Final walkthrough

   We walk the full perimeter with you. If a trim line or a corner is not right, we fix it on the spot.

What is included

• Exterior paint rated for 10+ years of PNW weather
• EPA Lead-Safe certified for homes built pre-1978
• Rot checked during the quote and replacement priced in the scope
• Weather scheduling, meaning we do not paint into the rain
• Two coats on every surface, no exceptions

Common questions

How much does exterior painting cost in Bellingham?

For most 2-story Bellingham homes, exterior painting runs $4,200 to $9,350 or roughly $2.75-$5.50 per square foot of siding. Final price depends on square footage, surface type, condition, and any rot or lead paint remediation.

When is the best time to paint outside in Bellingham?

Late May through early October. We look for stretches of dry weather with temps between 50°F and 85°F. We can work into shoulder seasons with the right paint formula, but we never paint into incoming rain.

Do you handle rotted trim or siding?

Yes. We assess for rot during the quote walkthrough and include replacement in the line-item scope. For extensive carpentry we coordinate with a local finish carpenter.

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Read the full exterior painting guide, with cost tables, a bid checklist and a PDF you can download.