How much does it cost to paint a house?

How much does it cost to paint a house?

New paint goes a very long way to improve the value of your home and the appearance while anyone drives by. The usual cost to paint a house is between $1,650 and $4,000 with the national average at $2,700.

• Typical Range: $1,600 to $4,000
• National Average: $2,800

When it comes to improving the look and resale value of your home it's hard to find a better investment than exterior painting. According to HomeAdvisor the usual cost to paint the exterior of a house is $1,747 to $4,168, with the national average around $2,957, or from $.50 to $3.50 per square foot. The price of painting will vary depending on the location, condition of your exterior home and the ability to access the areas that are in need of painting. The labor for each job will also vary considerably but should range between $25-$75 per hour. If you are dealing with a professional painter then they will give you a quote for the full price of the project. That should include all of the hours required by the entire team. Another key factor for price is the type of paint selected. Yes it is true that professional painters will get a discount from the local dealer but the price per gallon will vary from $20-$80 per gallon. The price can be high at times but the result is always worth the investment. Painting a home shows a level of investment and care that will improve the neighborhood and potentially the value before you sell. Each exterior paint job should last the customer 10 to 15 years which again shows the value of the cost. 

The other variable to take into account when pricing out is the size of your home. The ranges will vary depending on the professional you meet with and it's important to realize that the space that needs to be painted will be taken into effect. Something else to think about is the experience of the painter you choose. Some professional painters have limited experience with specific needs for the homeowner. For instance, if you want to paint stucco walls or other textured surfaces you will want to discuss the experience the painter has with those types of surfaces. Once the project starts you would hate to find out that the painter does not know how to handle the job. The last item to take into account will be the size of the home you will be painting, especially if you're requesting a full home repaint. Below are the ranges of prices depending on the square feet of your home. 

• 1,000 square feet, $500-$3,500
• 1,500 square feet, $750-$5,250
• 2,000 square feet, $1,000-$7,000
• 2,500 square feet, $1,250-$8,750
• 3,000 square feet, $1,500-$10,500

Please keep in mind all of the factors that come into the process of hiring a professional painter. You will be ecstatic with the results if you take your time and hire the right crew.