Top 3 exterior painting services in Charleston, SC

Porch Pro Headshot SERVICE MASTER OF CHARLESTON
We are a full service general contractor and provide renovation work & restoration work. We do all work from fire- water- mold & wind damages. Also we have all certified techs for all types of repairs and restorations.We can repair or completely rebuild your home and even supply carpet and tile floo...Read more about SERVICE MASTER OF CHARLESTON
3228 Industry Dr, North Charleston, SC
843-670-1884
Porch Pro Headshot Mr. Handyman of Charleston and Summerville
Professional Handyman Services
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
843-940-7525
Porch Pro Headshot Tristen Construction
Your home should be an extension of you. It should be functional and beautiful and reflect your personal style. If you've recently purchased a home or are looking to make some improvements to your dwelling, you’ll need a design/build team that has the experience and ability to make your dreams come...Read more about Tristen Construction
4022 Babbitt St, Charleston, SC
843-530-9895

More exterior painting services in Charleston, SC

Porch Pro Headshot The Mills Company
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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The Mills Company has been providing residential construction services to homeowners and businesses for the past 24 years. Licensed, bonded, and insured, we specialize in small repairs as well as larger remodels. The Mills Company prides itself on great customer service, communication with client t...Read more about The Mills Company
The Mills Company has been providing residential construction services to homeowners and businesses for the past 24 years. Licensed, bonded, and insured, we specialize in small repairs as well as larger remodels. The Mills Company prides itself on great customer service, communication with client t...Read more about The Mills Company
Porch Pro Headshot CertaPro Painters of Charleston
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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At CertaPro Painters of Charleston, SC, we know that a fresh coat of paint is so much more than a color to cover a wall — it represents a transformation. Because of our extensive experience with customers, we have the necessary knowledge to create beautiful spaces. These are just a few of the projec...Read more about CertaPro Painters of Charleston
At CertaPro Painters of Charleston, SC, we know that a fresh coat of paint is so much more than a color to cover a wall — it represents a transformation. Because of our extensive experience with customers, we have the necessary knowledge to create beautiful spaces. These are just a few of the projec...Read more about CertaPro Painters of Charleston
Porch Pro Headshot Deco-Restoration LLC
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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Deco-Restoration LLC is a company that will take care of your house in the renovation and painting project from A to Z. Professional services with more than 15 years of experience with full detailed care for your home, we do the job correctly and clean. Our customers are highly satisfied with our se...Read more about Deco-Restoration LLC
Deco-Restoration LLC is a company that will take care of your house in the renovation and painting project from A to Z. Professional services with more than 15 years of experience with full detailed care for your home, we do the job correctly and clean. Our customers are highly satisfied with our se...Read more about Deco-Restoration LLC
Porch Pro Headshot 360 Painting of Charleston
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
The 360 Painting difference! We know that the true foundation of client relationships is trust. At 360 PAINTING we strive to earn your trust and will work closely with you to transform your vision into a vibrant reality. We have built our reputation by listening to our customers and helping them to...Read more about 360 Painting of Charleston
The 360 Painting difference! We know that the true foundation of client relationships is trust. At 360 PAINTING we strive to earn your trust and will work closely with you to transform your vision into a vibrant reality. We have built our reputation by listening to our customers and helping them to...Read more about 360 Painting of Charleston
Porch Pro Headshot Jireh Contracting Services
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
A family owned and operated painting and drywall company in Charleston SC We provide exterior and interior painting and drywall repair services. We offer good quality work at low prices. We always please our costumers.
A family owned and operated painting and drywall company in Charleston SC We provide exterior and interior painting and drywall repair services. We offer good quality work at low prices. We always please our costumers.
Porch Pro Headshot Willow Construction and Restoration
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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Fix those holes and dents in your drywall with the 5-star-rated service of Willow Construction and Restoration from Pikeville.
Fix those holes and dents in your drywall with the 5-star-rated service of Willow Construction and Restoration from Pikeville.
Porch Pro Headshot Padelma Multiple Services
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
With over 5 years of experience Padelma Painting LLC takes great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. o...Read more about Padelma Multiple Services
With over 5 years of experience Padelma Painting LLC takes great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. o...Read more about Padelma Multiple Services

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$352 - $800
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Frequently asked questions about exterior painters

There’s nothing like a fresh paint job on the outside of a house to increase its curb appeal. If the paint on your home’s exterior is peeling, the colors are fading, or it’s been over 10 years since you last had your house painted, it may be time to hire an exterior painting pro. A professional painter will have the time, experience, and tools to paint your house right.

There are a number of factors that affect how frequently you need to paint the exterior of a home. Different types of paint have varying degrees of longevity. Dark colors absorb more heat and tend to need more frequent repainting, and UV light is the main factor that breaks down paint. Parts of the house that are more exposed to sunlight will fade more quickly. Your home’s exterior finish plays a role in the frequency of house painting. Wood siding will need to be painted approximately every four years. Aluminum siding may last five years between paint jobs. If you’re weighing whether it’s time to have the outside of your home painted, ask a painting contractor for their advice and recommendations before you get started.

Homeowners may be tempted to try to save money by painting their home’s exterior themselves. Before rushing into a DIY house painting project, it’s wise to assess the situation realistically. First of all, decide whether you have the experience and necessary tools to take on an exterior house painting job. Factor in how much time the project will take given your schedule. Consider how big your home is, including how tall it stands. Assess whether it will be easy to rest ladders on the land surrounding your house. Be sure you are set to go through every step of the house painting job, from prepping the home’s exterior to balancing on ladders to apply the paint.

It may be best to hire a qualified pro to paint the outside of your house if it’s got intricate decor or delicate detailing. If your home has several floors, the paint job may require a scaffolding or very tall ladders. Not every homeowner is comfortable working at those heights. Additionally, if your home’s exterior requires extensive prep work, it may make sense to hire a pro because prep work is time- and labor-intensive. Lastly, if your home has lead paint, a pro will know how to remove it safely. Therefore, it may very well save you time, money, and headaches down the line to hire a contractor to paint your home’s exterior for you rather than attempting to do the job yourself.

It’s easy to wonder if it’s cheaper to paint the outside of a home yourself or hire a painter to do it for you. It’s important to keep in mind that a fresh coat of paint on your home will carry a significant price tag whether you do the job yourself or hire a pro. If you hire a painter, you’ll have the added cost of labor. While if you paint your own house, you will simply have to buy the paint, primer, caulk, and either buy or rent any necessary equipment (such as ladders or scaffolding).

Be sure you have adequate time to take on a house painting project. Remember that between 30 and 50 percent of the overall time it takes to paint a house is spent on prep work. If the house exterior is not properly prepped before the primer and paint are applied, the paint job will not last very long or look very good. An experienced painting professional will have access to all the right tools for the job, they’ll know which type of materials will work best for your home, and they’ll carry out each step of a great paint job from prep work to clean up with ease. This could end up saving you a lot of time and money in the long run.

The cost to hire a painter to paint a home’s exterior depends on a host of factors, starting with the construction material of your home. Your home’s size, age, and accessibility can all affect the cost of exterior painting. The cost may also be affected by the condition of the siding and how much prep work the job requires. It also depends on the quality of paint you choose, and whether there are doors, shutters, and intricate details to be painted. The time since your home was last painted, the weather conditions in your geographic location, and the experience of the painter you hire are even more factors that can affect the overall cost.

Some painters charge by the square foot, and others charge by the hour or by the day. Painters need to take their overhead, labor, and travel time into consideration when they estimate the cost of a job. Lastly, it’s a good idea to get at least three written estimates before selecting a pro to paint your home’s exterior. Consult the free Porch project cost guides to get an idea about how much exterior house painting should cost in your area.

If it’s time to give your home a fresh coat of paint, it’s important to hire a good house painter to do the job right. You’ll want a house painter who has experience painting the exteriors of other homes similar to yours. Don’t be afraid to ask for photos of recent projects and check references. Make sure you and the painter agree on your expectations for the project. Make sure any potential painter knows how many coats of paint you require, if you want primer, and that you want the prep done work properly — be prepared to pay extra if necessary. Ask to see a copy of the painter’s liability insurance and workers compensation coverage, too, and check their reputation with the Better Business Bureau.

If the painter meets your expectations, make sure you get a written contract that includes the estimated time to complete the project and the payment plan. Also ask for a guarantee: a reputable painter should agree to fix any imperfections (such as chipping) up to two years after the initial paint job. Finally, you should always go to the effort to get at least three written estimates before selecting a pro for any home project, including house painting.

There are many different types of exterior paints on the market today. Regardless of whether you’re looking for paint with a matte finish or a slight gloss, or which part of your home you’re painting, make sure you choose high quality paint. Look for chalking resistance, a high ability to fully cover a surface, color retention, and blister resistance. You can choose water- or latex-based paint, which is breathable so it doesn’t trap moisture and then crack and peel. Or you may choose oil-based paint, which takes longer to dry but offers better surface penetration. Primers come in water- or latex-based formulas as well as oil-based varieties. Oil-based primers can be used with oil- or water-based paint, and are best for stained wood or metal. Water-based primers are great for all kinds of applications but can only be used with water-based paint.

It may make sense to consult a professional when it comes to selecting paint for the exterior of your home. Having a home’s exterior painted represents a sizable investment that will pay off over time, and that starts with choosing the right paint for your project.

Recent reviews for Charleston exterior painting services

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I scheduled an appointment with Carolina Paint Pros roughly 2 weeks ago for this morning at 8. They didn’t show up on time so I texted the owner to see what was going on, and I asked if we were still on for today. His response was that his kid had the flu...

- Alex Sallenger
140101

great quality, awesome service.

- ANNETTE ZAYAS
7382

Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent work quality.

I've been using Tristen Construction for several home projects for the past few years. He is always on time, has very good rates and is very professional. I highly recommend Joe and his company.

68310

Joe Tristen has done all manner of work on 3 homes for me including adding a screened in porch, tiling, built in bookcases, repairing dog chewing damage, gutters, you name it and he can do it. Joe is always professional, pleasant, and responsible. I have ...

- kathy sloan
157945

I was in the process of selling my home and several repairs came up on the inspection report. The real estate company that I was using to sell my home had used Tristen Construction on other homes and they highly recommended him. The repairs were all compl...

- Jack Shepherd
97718

Tristen Construction did extensive work in my crawl space with outstanding results. Work included encapsulation, installation of dehumidifier and lighting, corrective carpentry and HVAC duct insulation. Difficult project turned out a creepy space into a h...

- Jose Gonzalez
637

Would recommend.

- Barbara Gasque
1444

Would recommend.

- Nichole Esposito
117344

Good service but way overpriced.

- gail nettles
116860

The Mills Company recently handled some repair work needed for settlement, and I could not be happier with how things were handled. Vince and his crew were very professional. The home inspector that looked over the repairs told me twice that the work pe...

- Chad Jordan
67790

Hire this company you will not be disappointed. I rarely write reviews but this is a review that had to be written. About 2 months ago I signed up with Porch.com through the recommendation of Lowes, I was in need of a contractor to do several repairs t...

- Gwendolyn Brown
76162

Willow Construction repaired my town home after the hurricane. I had water damage from flooding and missing roof shingles. Willow Construction came and gave me an estimate that was very detailed and also affordable. The crew found the roof leaks, patch...

- Margaret Wallace

All Exterior Painters in Charleston, SC

Porch Pro Headshot New Life Painting
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
I would like to expand my business. Bring new customer and still provide service to my previous customer as well. Provide my services to homeowner and business owners. Provides a professional services to my clients.
I would like to expand my business. Bring new customer and still provide service to my previous customer as well. Provide my services to homeowner and business owners. Provides a professional services to my clients.
Porch Pro Headshot Paint the Town
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston Charleston, SC, 29407 (843) 305-7767 Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston is a reputable painting company! Don't hesitate to call us now! Hollywood, SC Interior painter, Professional Interior Painters, Professional Exterior Painters, Affordable Exterior Pai...Read more about Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston
Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston Charleston, SC, 29407 (843) 305-7767 Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston is a reputable painting company! Don't hesitate to call us now! Hollywood, SC Interior painter, Professional Interior Painters, Professional Exterior Painters, Affordable Exterior Pai...Read more about Preferred Quality Painting - Charleston
Porch Pro Headshot rw services
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Cobbs Painting
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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Porch Pro Headshot 4th Generation Painting
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
My name is Andrew. I have been painting for quite along time my father his brother's their kids my grandfather and his father have all been or currently are painters in which gave me the name of my company. They have encouraged me to be the painter i am today. See i love what i do i have a passion f...Read more about 4th Generation Painting
My name is Andrew. I have been painting for quite along time my father his brother's their kids my grandfather and his father have all been or currently are painters in which gave me the name of my company. They have encouraged me to be the painter i am today. See i love what i do i have a passion f...Read more about 4th Generation Painting
Porch Pro Headshot tri county craftsmen
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Thank you for considering my services. I provide an expertise in many fields of home remodeling. I grew up in my father's cabinet shop and learned to build custom cabinets, interior trim, and furniture repair and refinishing. My older brother needed help with his home electrical business so for some...Read more about tri county craftsmen
Thank you for considering my services. I provide an expertise in many fields of home remodeling. I grew up in my father's cabinet shop and learned to build custom cabinets, interior trim, and furniture repair and refinishing. My older brother needed help with his home electrical business so for some...Read more about tri county craftsmen
Porch Pro Headshot Painting by Kurt Hoefer
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Fresh Coat Painters of Charleston, SC
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot jireh Contracting Services, SC.
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Carolina Paint Pros
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
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Porch Pro Headshot Mitr Landscaping
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot Savillon Paiting Services
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina
Porch Pro Headshot The Paint Techs
Exterior Painting
Serves Charleston, South Carolina

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Charleston 29414
Exterior Painting
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What needs to be painted
I need a painter to paint my screen porch (with screen already removed) and 4 outside doors....
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I need a painter to paint my screen porch (with screen already removed) and 4 outside doors....
Has structure previously been painted
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