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COOLEY BROTHERS PAINTING

Exterior House Painting in Torrance and the South Bay

Quick answer

Cooley Brothers Painting repaints home exteriors in Torrance and the South Bay, typically for $8,000 to $18,000 (small homes), $16,000 to $28,000 (medium) or $22,000 to $56,000 (large). Every job is prep-first: power washing, scraping and sanding, wood and stucco repair, caulking and priming, then finish coats, a walkthrough and a written workmanship warranty with 2-year and 5-year options.

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4.9 Google4.8 Yelp (186), People Love Us 2026Best Painter 2025 & 2026
Family-owned since 2009Torrance office, South Bay crews
4.9 on Google (87)4.8 on Yelp (186), People Love Us 2026
Up to 5-year warrantyWritten workmanship warranty
Licensed, bonded & insuredCSLB #957815
Best Painter 2025 & 2026Daily Breeze & Beach Reporter Readers' Choice

How much does it cost to paint a house exterior in the South Bay?

Cooley Brothers Painting's exterior repaints typically cost $8,000 to $18,000 for a small home, $16,000 to $28,000 for a medium home and $22,000 to $56,000 for a large home. Where your home lands depends on its condition, the wood and stucco repairs it needs, height and access, trim detail and the paint system.

HomeTypical priceWhat usually puts it there
Small home$8,000 to $18,000Single-story, simpler trim, good condition
Medium home$16,000 to $28,000Two-story, or more trim, windows and repairs
Large home$22,000 to $56,000Large or complex homes, heavy prep, difficult access

Your written estimate itemizes the prep, repairs and products, so you can compare it line by line with other bids. Prices assume check or bank transfer; card payments add a 3% processing fee, shown in your estimate. See the full exterior painting price guide and why painting estimates differ.

"The cost is higher than other painters but they use excellent materials and we had no problems so that's worth the extra cost."

— Mary R., Palos Verdes Peninsula, two-story exterior, Jan 2024

What's included in a Cooley Brothers exterior repaint?

Every exterior follows the same prep-first sequence, and your estimate lists each step in writing:

  1. Walk and written scope. We walk the house with you, measure and photograph it, and write down every prep step, repair and product.
  2. Protect the property. Landscaping is protected, and plastic and tape keep dust and overspray where they belong.
  3. Clean and power wash. Walls and trim are washed so primer and paint bond.
  4. Scrape and sand. Loose and failing paint is scraped, and edges and glossy areas are sanded smooth.
  5. Repair wood and stucco. Rotted wood is replaced and stucco cracks and holes are patched before any paint goes on.
  6. Caulk and prime. Gaps are caulked, and bare and repaired areas are primed so the finish coats last.
  7. Finish coats and daily clean-up. One crew leader stays with your house, and the site is cleaned up at the end of every day.
  8. Walkthrough and warranty. We walk the finished house with you, complete the punch list, and back the work with a written warranty.

"They removed drain pipes and light fixtures and anything attached to the walls and put them back again once the job was finished. They even washed the outside of my windows on the day of completion, something I did not expect."

— Irene B., Torrance, full exterior, 2026

How do you handle stucco, wood siding and fascia?

Many South Bay homes combine stucco walls with wood trim, fascia and eaves, and each surface needs its own prep. Our crews sand the fascia, replace or patch bad wood, patch and repair stucco, and prime the wood and stucco before the finish coats. Wood repairs are priced in your written scope; see our carpentry and wood repair service.

"The facia boards were sanded down and bad wood was patched or replaced. All the wood and stucco was primered and painted."

— Mas T., full exterior, 2026

"Our stucco was in bad shape as well with discoloration and blistering where it came in contact with the soil surrounding our home. ... The crew did a fantastic job with the prep, painting, and stucco repair."

— John S., Torrance, Nov 2025

What if you find rotted wood or termite damage under the paint?

We look for damage when we walk your home and price the repairs we can see in your written scope. Some damage only shows up once prep starts and old paint comes off. When it does, we explain it and quote the repair before we do the work, so the new paint isn't covering a problem.

"We were extremely pleased with the quality of the work that was completed on time, at the price that was quoted in the proposal."

— Michael N., Palos Verdes Peninsula, exterior with fascia replacement, Nov 2023

How long does an exterior repaint take?

It depends on the size of the house and how much prep and repair it needs, so ask for the expected number of working days at your estimate visit. For reference, two customers with full exteriors that included wood and stucco repair reported nine working days.

"They worked for nine days mostly doing a lot of prep work and two coats of everything."

— Irene B., Torrance, 2026

"We just finished a 9 day project involving exterior painting, stucco patch & repair, wood repair, and more, and could not be more pleased."

— Michael S., Palos Verdes Peninsula, Dec 2022

How do I choose exterior colors?

Our crew leaders help you narrow it down, and we can paint large samples right on your house so you see them in real light before you commit. If you're in an HOA, check its approved palette first; our guide to HOA paint colors in Rolling Hills Estates walks through the process.

"Choosing a color is not so easy, and Benjamin was able to paint 6 different color patches on our wall to help us determine the right color."

— Mas T., 2026

What warranty comes with an exterior repaint?

We offer 2-year and 5-year workmanship warranty options, depending on the project and the option you choose. The terms that apply are written into your estimate. If something shows up later, call (310) 378-4575 and we'll schedule a visit. Read more about our warranty options.

Exterior painting near you

We paint home exteriors from our Torrance office across the South Bay and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. See exterior painting in your city:

Read two full exterior projects: a Rolling Hills Estates repaint that came by referral from the roofer and a Palos Verdes Estates repaint rated 10 out of 10.

Written by Cooley Brothers Painting, CA CSLB License #957815 (C-33 Painting and Decorating). Updated November 9, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How much does exterior house painting cost in Torrance and the South Bay?

Cooley Brothers Painting's exterior repaints typically cost $8,000 to $18,000 for a small home, $16,000 to $28,000 for a medium home and $22,000 to $56,000 for a large home. Condition, wood and stucco repairs, height and access, trim detail and the paint system decide where a home lands, and the written estimate itemizes all of it.

Do you take small exterior jobs like trim, fascia or a front door?

Yes. Small jobs are welcome, from fascia boards and window trim to a front door.

Can we stay home while you paint the exterior?

Yes. Most of our customers live at home during the job. One crew leader stays with your house and keeps you updated, and the crew cleans up at the end of every day.

Is the price in my estimate final?

Your written estimate prices the work and the repairs we can see. If prep uncovers hidden damage, such as rotted wood or termite damage, we explain it and quote the repair before doing that work.

Are you licensed and insured for exterior painting?

Yes. Cooley Brothers Painting holds CA CSLB License #957815 (C-33 Painting and Decorating), is bonded and insured, and has served the South Bay since 2009.

How do I pay, and is there a card fee?

Prices assume payment by check or bank transfer. Card payments add a 3% processing fee, which is shown in your estimate.

Most of a lasting paint job happens before the paint.

When two estimates both say “paint it,” the difference is usually here. Ask every painter what their prep includes.

Why estimates differ
  1. Walk and written scope
  2. Protect the property
  3. Clean and power wash
  4. Scrape and sand
  5. Repair wood, stucco, drywall
  6. Caulk and prime
  7. Finish coats, daily clean-up
  8. Walkthrough and warranty

Real projects, in the homeowners' words

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What South Bay homeowners say

“We are very pleased with the work Benjamin and his crew did on painting our home! Everyone was professional and pleasant, and our house looks brand new! They did amazing work!”
CRYSTAL A.Cooley customer
“Hired them for painting an accent wall and my girlfriend’s bedroom – they did a great job and looks wonderful – they also finished in a timely manner and communicated well throughout. Will use again!”
ALEX L.Cooley customer
“Cooley Brothers painted the exterior of our house a couple of months ago. They also did some needed repairs to the eaves and stucco. They were professional and respectful throughout the whole job – starting…”
MOIRA I.Cooley customer
“Cooley Brothers Painting just finished my house painting project and it went flawless. The crew leader Benjamin Portillo and crew were professional and exceeded my expectations. Great service… from the power…”
PHILLIP W.Cooley customer
“We couldn’t be happier with Cooley Bros and the transformation they made to the exterior of our house. David and his team (Marco, Gerardo, and Jimmy) were excellent to work with, on-time everyday, and cleaned…”
DILLON S.Cooley customer
“We were very impressed with Cooley Brothers, especially David and his crew chief, Benjamin. David thoroughly explained the process ahead of time and gave us a quote right then and there. Benjamin and Miguel…”
CAROL D.Cooley customer
“We had a large home which was no challenge for this crew. They show up on time and do a super through job. They have excellent customer service, are very meticulous, fantastic quality of work, will not leave…”
TANA H.Cooley customer
“David, owner, provided a thorough and complete estimate following walk-around. He also came by on a couple of occasions to check on progress. Benjamin and Jimmy, foremen for the job, were easy to communicate…”
FRANK C.Cooley customer

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