If your siding looks chalky, your trim is peeling or your house just looks tired, you have probably wondered what a fresh exterior paint job costs. The short answer for most homes in Dallas-Fort Worth is $3,500 to $14,000. The longer answer depends on your home, its condition and the paint you choose.
This guide breaks down what goes into the price, so you know what to expect before you call anyone for a quote.
Typical Exterior Painting Prices in DFW
Here are rough ranges we see on homes in Arlington, Fort Worth, Dallas and Irving. Your price may be higher or lower.
| Home type | Typical range |
|---|---|
| One-story, mostly brick (trim, soffits and fascia only) | $2,500 to $5,000 |
| One-story with siding | $3,500 to $7,500 |
| Two-story with siding | $6,500 to $12,000 |
| Painting brick for the first time | $5,500 to $14,000 |
Many DFW homes are mostly brick with painted trim, soffits, fascia and a few siding sections. Those jobs land at the lower end because there is less surface to paint. Homes with full Hardie or wood siding, tall gables or lots of detail cost more.
What Drives the Cost Up or Down
1. Size and height
More square feet means more paint and more labor. Height matters too. A two-story gable needs taller ladders or lifts and takes longer to reach safely.
2. Prep work
This is the biggest hidden cost, and the biggest reason one quote is cheaper than another. Good prep includes:
- Power washing the whole house
- Scraping and sanding loose or peeling paint
- Replacing soft or rotted trim boards
- Caulking gaps around windows, doors and joints
- Spot priming bare wood
A painter who skips these steps can quote low. But the paint will start failing in a year or two, especially in North Texas heat. At Ryd Construction, prep is built into every exterior painting quote.
3. Wood repair
Texas storms push water behind trim and into fascia boards. If we find rotted wood, we replace it before painting. Most homes need at least a few boards. Older homes in places like Fort Worth’s historic districts may need more.
4. Paint quality
A gallon of top-tier exterior paint costs more, but it holds color longer in our strong sun and resists cracking as wood swells and shrinks. On a full exterior, the difference between mid-grade and premium paint is often only a few hundred dollars. It is almost always worth it.
5. Number of colors
A body color plus one trim color is standard. Adding an accent color for shutters, the front door or a garage door adds time for extra cutting in. If you want a bold front door, see our door painting service.
Painting Brick: Is It Worth It?
Painting brick is one of the most popular updates in DFW right now. Orange and red brick from the 1980s and 1990s can look dated, and a coat of white, greige or deep charcoal changes the whole look of a house.
A few things to know before you decide:
- Once brick is painted, going back is hard and costly.
- Brick needs a breathable masonry primer and paint so moisture can escape.
- Painted brick usually needs a refresh every 10 to 15 years.
If you love the look, it is a great way to add curb appeal. We are happy to talk through the pros and cons during your estimate.
How Long Does Exterior Paint Last in Texas?
With good prep and quality paint, most exteriors in DFW last 7 to 10 years. South and west walls take the most sun and usually fade first. Trim and doors may need a touch-up sooner.
Signs it is time to repaint:
- Paint rubs off on your hand like chalk
- Cracking or peeling on trim
- Gaps in caulk around windows
- Faded color on the sunny sides of the house
Best Time of Year to Paint in DFW
Spring and fall are the sweet spot. Most exterior paints need temperatures between 50 and 90 degrees and no rain for a day or so. We paint through summer too, but we start early in the morning and work around the sun so the paint does not dry too fast.
How to Get a Fair Quote
When you compare quotes, ask each painter:
- What prep is included?
- Will you replace rotted wood, and how is that priced?
- What brand and line of paint will you use?
- How many coats?
- Is cleanup and haul-off included?
A detailed, written quote protects you. Every estimate from Ryd Construction spells out the prep, the products and the price before we start.
Ready for a Price on Your Home?
We give free, written estimates for exterior painting across Arlington, Dallas, Fort Worth and Irving. Call us at (817) 555-0148 or request an estimate online, and we will come out, measure your home and walk you through your options.