Free Calculator · Updated May 2026

Exterior Painting Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to repaint a home's exterior. Enter the home size and adjust stories, coats, prep, and siding for an instant range.

Approximate floor area of the home.

sq ft

Estimated exterior painting cost

$4,400 – $8,000

An estimate for planning only — not a quote. Prep and surface condition move the price a lot; get bids from local painters.

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FAQ

What's included in an exterior painting estimate?
Typically surface prep (cleaning, scraping, sanding, caulking), priming where needed, the coats of paint, trim, materials, and labor. Major carpentry or siding repair is usually extra.
Why does prep affect the price so much?
Prep is where most of the labor hides. A home with peeling paint, bare wood, or repairs needed takes far longer to get ready than one in good shape — which is why 'heavy prep' raises the estimate.

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Estimates are for planning only and are not a quote. Per-square-foot and by-size costs from HomeAdvisor and CertaPro (2025–2026). See the full House painting cost guide, or browse all cost calculators.