Exterior Pricing
Real price ranges from real South Bay projects, and what moves a project up or down the range.
Quick answer
Cooley Brothers Painting's exterior prices typically run $8,000-$18,000 for small homes, $16,000-$28,000 for medium homes and $22,000-$56,000 for large homes. Where a home lands depends on surface condition, wood and stucco repairs, height and access, trim detail and the coating system.
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Exterior painting prices by home size
Single-story, simpler trim, good condition.
Two-story or more trim, windows and repairs.
Large or complex homes, heavy prep, difficult access.
Two homes the same size can land at opposite ends of a range. Here's why painting estimates differ
Large Homes
($22,000-$56,000)
Medium Homes
($16,000-$28,000)
Small Homes
($8,000-$18,000)
FAQs
1. Why do exterior paint prices jump so much between small, medium, and large homes?
Exterior pricing scales with more than square footage: extra siding surface, more ladder and scaffold time, more windows/trim edges, and longer masking and cleanup all add up in labor hours. That’s why Cooley Brothers Painting groups ranges by home size—Small ($8,000-$18,000), Medium ($16,000-$28,000), Large ($22,000–$56,000).
2. What exactly does a price range mean, and how can I tell where my project will land inside it?
A range signals that two “medium homes” can be totally different jobs: smooth vs textured surfaces, easy access vs steep landscaping, and minimal vs complex trim lines. Cooley Brothers Painting publishes size-based ranges—Small ($8,000-$18,000), Medium ($16,000-$28,000), Large ($22,000–$56,000)—so you can estimate early, then refine after discussing specifics.
3. If my home sits between categories, should I budget as small, medium, or large?
Budget toward the higher bracket when your home “acts bigger” than it looks: tall elevations, lots of corner boards, many windows, or hard-to-reach areas. The published guide uses three buckets—Small ($8,000-$18,000), Medium ($16,000-$28,000), Large ($22,000–$56,000—so borderline homes often land near the top of one range or the bottom of the next.
4. How should I use exterior pricing ranges to plan upgrades like new colors or added trim detail?
Treat the range as a planning tool: if you’re adding bold color changes, extra accent areas, or more defined trim work, assume more time spent cutting in and detailing, which pushes you upward within your bracket. Start from the posted ranges—Small ($8,000-$18,000), Medium ($16,000-$28,000), Large ($22,000–$56,000)—then decide which “nice-to-haves” are worth it.
5. What’s the smartest way to compare quotes when one contractor uses flat numbers and another uses ranges?
Ranges can be more honest because they acknowledge real-world variables before a site visit, while flat numbers can hide assumptions. Use Cooley Brothers Painting’s published brackets—Small ($8,000-$18,000), Medium ($16,000-$28,000), Large ($22,000–$56,000)—to sanity-check any quote: if a bid is far outside your size range, ask what they’re including or excluding.
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Most of a lasting paint job happens before the paint.
When two estimates both say “paint the exterior,” the difference is usually here. Ask every painter what their prep includes.
Why estimates differWalk and written scope
We walk the project with you, measure and photograph it, and put every prep step, repair and product in writing.
Protect the property
Furniture moved and covered, floors and landscaping protected, plastic and tape so dust and overspray stay put.
Clean and power wash
Surfaces are cleaned, and exteriors power washed, so primer and paint actually bond.
Scrape and sand
Loose and failing paint is scraped, and edges and glossy areas are sanded smooth.
Repair wood, stucco, drywall
Rotted wood replaced, cracks and holes patched before any paint goes on.
Caulk and prime
Gaps caulked, and bare or repaired areas primed so the finish coat lasts.
Finish coats, daily clean-up
Applied by an experienced crew lead and team, with the site cleaned up every day.
Walkthrough and warranty
A final walkthrough and touch-ups with you, backed by up to a 5-year written warranty.
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!”
“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!”
“Update – crew leader Benjamin did a wonderful job on our bathroom, and we are very happy with our choice to hire Cooley. They are a little slow/clunky on the communication from their office, but Benjamin was…”
“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…”
“I was looking for a painting contractor for my house exterior. was amaze with the detail on the work quoted and the crew that getting the job done especially the Foreman Daniel Bravo and Carlos. The sanding…”
“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…”
“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…”
“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…”
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