Exterior painters in Longmont, CO — built for Colorado sun, hail & altitude.
Exterior painting in Longmont isn't a Denver-metro job. At 5,000+ feet with 300+ sunny days a year, Longmont exteriors get baked by UV that destroys cheap paint in 3–4 years. We spec top-tier Sherwin-Williams Duration and Emerald exclusively on Longmont exteriors, back every job with a 5-year workmanship warranty, and schedule around Northern Colorado's rapid weather swings.
What’s included in Longmont exterior painting
- Full exterior repaints on lap, LP SmartSide, cedar, T1-11, stucco, and fiber-cement
- Trim, fascia, soffits, gutters, garage doors, and shutters
- Deck, fence, and pergola staining or solid-color coating
- Wood rot replacement, siding repair, and pre-paint carpentry
- HOA color-scheme submission packets (Architectural Review Requests)
- Front-door and entryway color refreshes for curb appeal
- Two-tone body + trim + accent color schemes
Why Longmont homeowners choose us for exterior painting
Longmont exteriors face three Colorado-specific stresses that Denver-metro paint jobs don't: intense high-altitude UV, seasonal hail, and dry-winter freeze-thaw cycles that split failing caulk. Every Longmont exterior we bid gets specified in Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald — the two product lines engineered for high-elevation UV — and we re-caulk every seam before finish. That's how we back Boulder County exterior repaints with a 5-year warranty.
Our Longmont exterior painting process
On-site walk & bid
Measure siding, note substrate, flag rot and failing caulk, discuss colors and HOA rules. Written line-item estimate within 48 hours.
Pressure wash & repair
Full house wash, 24-hour dry, then scrape, sand, replace rotten trim, re-caulk seams, spot-prime raw wood and bare metal.
Spray & back-roll
Cut in and mask, then spray body coats and back-roll for adhesion. Trim brushed. Two full coats of Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald.
Detail & warranty
Site clean-up, punch walk with you, and a written 5-year workmanship warranty in hand.
Longmont exterior painting pricing
A typical 1,600 sq ft ranch exterior repaint in Longmont runs $4,200 – $6,800. A 2,200 sq ft two-story is $6,400 – $9,200. 3,000+ sq ft with cedar, stucco, or heavy trim runs $9,400 – $14,500. Pricing includes pressure wash, full prep, caulk, spot-prime, and two coats of top-tier Sherwin-Williams product.
Timeline in Longmont
Exterior projects in Longmont usually take 4–8 working days depending on square footage, prep condition, and weather. Wash and prep is 1–3 days; painting is 2–5. We schedule May through October to keep overnight lows above 40°F for proper cure.
Neighborhoods we paint in Longmont
- Prospect
- Old Town Longmont
- Southmoor Park
- Renaissance
- Wolf Creek
Serving Longmont zip codes: 80501, 80503, 80504.
Longmont exterior painting FAQs
When is the best time to paint an exterior in Longmont?
Late May through early October. Overnight lows must stay above 40°F for at least 48 hours after application for proper cure. We schedule around forecast rain and shoulder-season cold snaps.
How long does exterior paint last in Longmont?
A properly prepped exterior with Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald typically lasts 8–12 years in Longmont, versus 3–5 years for builder-grade paint. High-UV south and west faces fade first — plan a mid-life recoat there around year 7.
Do you handle HOA color approvals in Longmont?
Yes. Most Longmont subdivisions require an Architectural Review Request with color chips, elevation photos, and product spec. We prepare and submit the packet at no additional cost when contracted for the job.
How much does exterior painting cost in Longmont?
1,600 sq ft ranch: $4,200 – $6,800. 2,200 sq ft two-story: $6,400 – $9,200. 3,000+ sq ft with stucco or cedar: $9,400 – $14,500.