Exterior House Painting
Exterior painting for Bergen County homes. Full surface preparation — pressure washing, scraping, sanding, and priming — followed by premium paint application on siding, trim, doors, and fences.
Exterior Painting & Surface Prep
Exterior painting done right starts with proper surface preparation. We pressure wash, scrape and sand peeling areas, spot-prime bare wood and repairs, and apply premium exterior paint or stain. We cover siding, trim, soffits, fascia, shutters, doors, decks, and fences.
- Pressure washing and surface cleaning
- Scraping, sanding, and caulking preparation
- Spot and full priming on bare or damaged surfaces
- Premium exterior paint and stain application
- Siding, trim, soffit, fascia, and shutter painting
- Front door and garage door refinishing
- Deck and fence staining
- Color consultation and sample matching
Pricing and timelines are planning ranges. Final cost and schedule depend on site conditions, access, structural requirements, materials, permit review, inspections, weather, material lead times, and scheduling availability.
Serving Bergen County homeowners across Englewood, Tenafly, Fort Lee, Ridgewood, Paramus, Teaneck, Hackensack, Closter, Fair Lawn, and Bergenfield — plus every town in between.
Related exterior services: Siding Repair & Replacement, Gutter Replacement & Downspout Systems, Interior Painting, and Whole-Home Renovation.
Exterior Painting Guides
What separates a 3-year repaint from a 10-year finish: prep, primer, and seasonal timing.
Surface Preparation Guide
Pressure washing, scraping, sanding, rot inspection, caulk replacement, and spot priming. Most exterior paint failures are prep failures — the surface, not the paint, is usually what gives.
- Discharge points routed safely away from foundation per town stormwater code (daylight, dry well, recharge bed, or storm sewer where permitted).
- Catch basins, channel drains, and downspout extensions sized to expected flow rates.
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Primer Selection by Substrate
Bonding primers for chalking surfaces, stain-blocking primers for tannin-bleed cedar, alkyd primers for bare wood, and elastomeric primers for hairline-cracked stucco. The right primer is substrate-specific.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Paint System & Sheen Selection
100% acrylic latex for most siding. Satin or low-sheen for body, semi-gloss for trim and doors. Two-coat systems on bare or chalking surfaces; one coat acceptable on sound, like-color repaints.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Wood Repair & Carpentry Coordination
Rotted trim, soffit, fascia, window casing, and corner boards replaced before paint. We coordinate carpentry repairs into the paint scope so the prep, repair, prime, and paint sequence stays in order.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Color & Sample Strategy
Test patches on multiple sun exposures (north, south, full-shade) before committing. Bergen County HOA and historical-district color guidelines flagged early. Sample boards reduce regret on a $15K–$40K repaint.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Seasonal Timing & Cost Guide
Bergen County paint window: late April through late October when ambient + surface temperatures stay above paint-cure thresholds. Typical exterior repaint $8,000–$22,000 for body + trim; full estimate after walk-through.
- Scope tiers, material grade, and labor splits drive total. Mid-range projects typically run 60–70% of high-end equivalents on the same footprint.
- Hidden costs to plan for: permit fees, dumpster, dust protection, and any required structural or trade work uncovered during demo.
- Bergen County projects budget 1–3% for permits and 5–10% contingency on most renovation scopes.
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Your Exterior Painting Process
Walkthrough & estimate
We assess all exterior surfaces, note any rot or damage, and provide a written scope.
Surface preparation
Pressure wash, scrape, sand, caulk, and prime all surfaces before any paint is applied.
Paint application
Premium exterior paint or stain applied in proper coats with protection for plantings and hardscape.
Final inspection
We walk the job with you and touch up any areas before calling it complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
Average-size Bergen County home (1,800–2,500 sq ft) typically runs $4,000–$9,000 for full exterior paint including prep. Larger homes, multi-story access, or significant rot repair will increase cost.
Quality exterior paint applied over proper prep typically lasts 7–12 years in NJ conditions. Direct sun exposure, moisture, and wood quality all affect longevity.
Yes. We identify and repair rotted wood, damaged caulk, and compromised trim before painting. Surface repairs are included in our scope or quoted separately for major structural work.
We use premium exterior paints (Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, and similar). We discuss brand and sheen selections with you before the job starts.
Bergen Restoration is a registered New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor (NJHIC# 13VH08865500) with commercial general liability and workers’ compensation coverage; documentation available on request.
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