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Viktor and his team thanks so very much for all your hard work these guys know how to give a professional job very approachable nothing too much trouble they just get on with the job so we didn't have too worry would have them back in a heartbeat
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We found Alin to be a very pleasant, conscientious and courteous man. He did a fabulous job and left our property clean and tidy each day. We look forward to using his company again. We highly recommend him.
Jessica
Quick, professional and friendly. The team gave me the impression that they are happy to do extra to get the best results. Carl and the team did exactly what they said they would do in the quote in the agreed time.
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What is exterior wall painting?
Exterior wall painting involves applying paint to the outside walls of a building to protect and enhance its appearance. This process not only improves the aesthetic appeal of your home but also provides a protective barrier against the elements, preventing damage from weather, moisture, and UV rays. Professional exterior wall painting can transform the look of your property, increasing its curb appeal and value.
Cost of outside wall painting
The cost of painting an external wall varies based on several factors, including the size of the area, the type of paint used, and the condition of the walls. Here’s a breakdown of typical costs:
Average Cost Estimates
- Small Projects: For smaller areas or touch-ups, costs can range from £500 to £1,000.
- Medium Projects: Painting the exterior of an average-sized home typically costs between £1,000 and £3,000.
- Large Projects: Larger homes or extensive painting projects can range from £3,000 to £5,000 or more.
Factors Affecting Cost
- Surface Condition: Walls in good condition require less preparation, reducing costs.
- Type of Paint: Higher quality paints or those with special properties (e.g., weather resistance) can increase costs.
- Labour Rates: Costs vary based on the expertise of the painters and regional labour rates.
Getting Accurate Quotes
To get the most accurate estimate for your exterior wall painting project:
- Consult Multiple Painters: Obtain detailed quotes from several exterior wall painting experts near you to compare prices and services.
- Specify Your Requirements: Clearly outline your project needs, including colour preferences and any specific preparations.
- Check Reviews: Use Rated People to review feedback from previous customers to ensure you’re choosing a reliable expert.
How do you prepare external walls for painting?

Proper preparation is crucial for a long-lasting and high-quality paint job. Here are the steps typically involved:
- Cleaning: Remove dirt, grime, and loose paint using a pressure washer or scrub brush.
- Repairs: Fix any cracks, holes, or damaged areas with appropriate fillers and sealants.
- Sanding: Smooth out rough areas and create a suitable surface for the paint to adhere to.
- Priming: Apply an undercoat or primer to ensure better paint adhesion and durability, especially on porous or repaired surfaces.
- Protection: Cover windows, doors, and other areas not to be painted with tape and drop cloths to protect them from paint splatters.
Other exterior painting FAQs
Do you need an undercoat for exterior walls?

Yes, applying an undercoat or primer is recommended for exterior walls to improve paint adhesion, ensure even coverage, and enhance the durability of the finish.
Can you paint over old exterior paint?
Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but it’s important to clean the surface and repair any damage first. Sanding and priming may also be necessary to ensure a smooth and lasting finish.
What type of paint is best for outside walls?
The best paint for outside walls is typically weather-resistant, UV-resistant, and formulated to withstand the elements. Acrylic latex paints are commonly recommended for their durability and flexibility.
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Hi, My Name is Joseph Oris My trade services encompass a wide range of skilled trades, includes: - *Handyman Services*: General repairs, maintenance, and assembly tasks. - *Plumbing Services*: Plumbing installations, repairs, and maintenance. - *Carpentry Services*: Woodwork, cabinetry, and furniture making. - *Home Renovations*: Bathroom and kitchen renovations, extensions, and more. *Benefits* - *Quality Workmanship* I guarantee high-quality work. - *Competitive Pricing*: I offer fair and competitive prices. *How I Work* - *Book a Service*: Schedule a service online or by phone. - *Assessment*: I usally pop over to see and assess the job before providing a quote. - *Work Completion*: I complete work ontime to to a high standard. *Why Choose Me? - *Experienced Tradesperson*: Im is skilled with 25 years of experience - *Customer-Centric Approach*: I prioritize customer satisfaction. - *Flexible Scheduling*: I accommodate your schedule. Thank You
Joseph carried out a bathroom refresh for me which I’m very happy with. His work was of good quality, he was communicative and gave advice on what might work well as we went through. I went on holiday for most of it and Joseph was trustworthy with my keys. Reasonably priced. He was also a good lad to have a chat with, nice manner and cool to be around! Cheers, James
Hello my names Robert from R&R affordable home improvements where our number one priority is customer satisfaction, all our work is carried out at the highest standards using only the best materials. We do a professional job at affordable prices and guarantee all work carried out, with over 15years experience you can rest assured we can handle the smallest to the biggest of jobs all carried out and completed by professionals. We offer free estimates and advice so please feel free to contact us today!
All good. Reasonable quote, turned up on time, did a good job.
Royal County Has been trading for 7 years, with over 20 years roofing experience. We take great pride in all the work we undertake.We provide a polite and professional service, covering all aspects of roofing tiling, external decoration and carpentry
Mike and Matt did a great job sorting the roof on my garden room, especially after discovering it was completely rotten and needed replacing. The guys were friendly, efficient, and flexible taking into account our preferences. Everything was tidied up properly and we're happy with the result. Would def recommend
Hi I'm a Professional builder.I have experience of over 25 years.I do tiling,plastering,painting,decorating.I have lots of good qualities, I'm very punctual and I always try my best.I have lots of references.If you need any recommend numbers text me plz. Been in the business for a long time and now work with my beautiful wife . I am Also a Derbyshire council TRUSTED TRADER
A small but tricky plastering job that was quickly and expertly done. Everywhere left clean and tidy. Recommended.
We are a family run business with over 40years experience we offer a friendly prompt professional service to all our customers . Timber decking - fencing-gutters facias soffits - elastoglass seal master coatings for asphalt @ tarmacadam & concrete driveways. Butyl rubber coating for flat roofs . And all specialised coatings for Roofs Pressure washing and cleaning . One call does it all
David did a very professional job he hand made the gate and was extremely personable. He was punctual and removed the old gate and ensured that he was satisfied and myself also that everything was satisfactory before leaving. I would be happy to recommend him to anyone who wanted this kind of work done.
Quality workmanship carried out by ourselfs ( Kenny & Graeme). With over 20 years of experience each at all aspects of exterior & interior painting and building maintenance.
Vision Building Services redecorated three bedrooms in just 2 days with exceptional quality. Very tidy, punctual and professional throughout, regularly checking we were happy. Outstanding painting work and left everything spotless. Highly recommend for decorating work - will definitely use again!
We offer the public and commercial sector a wide range of services from maintenance to design and build, with over 20years experience we have built our business on a friendly and enthusiastic approach to all projects big or small.
What a pleasant, hardworking & tidy young man. My husband and I couldn’t be happier with the with the work and I good, fair price. Will definitely be using them again.
An established and friendly business offering a fully comprehensive service to customers old and new. We offer customers a complete suite of services to improve and maintain their properties. We offer a full range of services including but not limited to the following. Electrical plumbing Carpentry Kitchens and bathrooms Tiling General maintenance General building Windows, Doors and Facias Gardening and landscaping Clearance We are proud of our past, as reflected in our perfect five star rating here on Rated People, but at the same time we like to innovate and would be delighted to discuss your plans with you regardless of what they entail, as we are confident that we can assist in making your projects a reality. We pride ourselves on ensuring that our customers are happy with the delivery and finish of any project that we undertake, and we are fully insured to undertake all work that we accept a commission for. We ensure that all of our technicians are suitably qualified and experienced in any work that we undertake, and we undertake all of our work with a eye on customer satisfaction and value for money. So whatever you have in mind call us for an informal chat, and we will arrange a visit to discuss your requirements, in detail. Call or message us today.
Gavin was extremely helpful and professional at is job and cleaned up after Himself
Hello and thanks for looking at my profile. I have a great interest in how spaces work for my clients and I find it amazing how I can totally transform how a space looks and feels. I absolutely love designing spaces and have the skillsets of doing all of the work myself. A lot of people entrust me to design the spaces for them and choose and source all of the materials I use. Of course people may want to do this themselves and I can happily work with provided materials if that is your wish. Each job is different and has its own challenges but with my imagination and experience I transform homes. I am also a trained decorator and provide a high standard of finish. I'm a very friendly and trustworthy person and understand the importance of being respectful in someones home. As you can see in my ratings, people have said lovely things about me over the years. I always think it's nice to have someone provide a great service for you when they genuinely love what they do. I'm very lucky to have the abilities to do the work I do. Neal.
This is the first time I have used this company but wouldn't hesitate to anyone. Neal came to my home to repair an outdoor canopy. 2 days later the canopy was complete and transformed, Neal took every bit of rubbish ,the area was spotless.Neal was respectful and courteous throughout his time in my home.
Family run business. Have been a bricklayer for 30 years and now my son has followed in my foot steps. I have always been proud of my work especially conservation. I have recently joined rated people because I have had enough of the site work and feel its time to slow down and offer my experience to private work. I have done private work in the past and always ensured works were completed on time,at a reasonable rate and took pride in my work. I am a registered company and can be found on company house. I can supply my registration number for any checks.
Quick and fantastic response. Rubbish removal taken on day I needed and very reasonable price. Will definitely use again
Rm property maintenance is a family run business with nearly 20 years experience behind us offering you a wide range of service at affordable prices specialist in all Upvc products and roofline products guttering repaired. And renewed
Answered the ad very quickly and did the job with no drama and at reasonable price. Will definitely use again.
We are a decorating company that prides itself on providing our customers with a superior service and quality finish to all work undertaken. We are fully insured and all our staff have professional qualifications in painting and decorating.
Team arrived punctually and completed the decorating in the agreed timescale. They were all careful to avoid damage to other parts of our home and each day tidied up thoroughly. Painting and wallpapering were of a high quality. We would certainly use this company again.
We are a family run business with experience in all aspects of Building, roofing & home improvements. working around Newport and the surrounding area's. We provide a fast and professional service at competitive rates. No job too small, call now for a free quotation, partner to ( shield roofing specialists south wales)
Product information: (The Pliolite Masonry Paint :- is a solvent based finish for use on exterior rendering, brick and concrete. It provides a matt finish which has excellent adhesion to previously painted or porous surfaces. It can also be used in temperatures as low as -20 degrees centigrade. Pliolite Based Masonry Paint is a professional quality, durable, solvent-based smooth masonry paint. Based on Pliolite® Acrylated Rubber resins, it provides a long lasting coating up to 20 years protection with good adhesion and resistance to moisture and alkali attack. Its ideal for costal property’s due to their vulnerability on weather conditions. We specialise in exterior renders such as, rough cast. Smooth cast. Pebble dash,lime stone, smooth render, concrete/bricks & exterior woods & metals. (Cement. Cement render. Lime. Another different type of render is lime, which is made using lime and sand to form a mortar. ... Pebble dash. ... Acrylic Render. ... Silicone Render. ... SprayCork.) All painting professionals will agree with me when I say” it’s very important to use top quality paints and the correct type of paints for your jobs & variety of surfaces we need to paint. *WE SUPPLY THE PAINTS & MATERIALS* *ALL COLOURS AVAILABLE* * Specialise in oil based Pliolite & sadolin superdec Combat property maintenance is a external property painting bussiness based in Cardiff South Wales. With attention to detail to make your home look beautiful. The masonry paints we use are sandtex 365 oil based pliolite paint & weather Shield Sandtex Trade. ? Customer satisfaction is very important to us and we only stride for a 5 star rating on every job we undertake. We will never stop till our customers are completely satisfied,With over 40 years experience between us. We, guarantee a beautiful job done.
Fantastic service from Duane, smooth from start to finish. Professional competitive quote gave me confidence to book the job and I was not disappointed. Work was carried out to an exemplary standard, Duane was friendly and a pleasure to have around. Would highly recommend & I wouldn't hesitate to rehire. Thank you
Hi I have been a decorating for 30 years now and we cover Bedfordshire and surrounding areas. I can hang wallpaper and put up coving I have a team of decorators ready to go. let us help you to make your house a home.
Wayne painted my 3 bedroom property. He communicated with me very well., arrived on time each day, and the quality of the work was of a very high standard, showcasing all of his experience in the trade. I would highly recommend him to others. Thank you Wayne.
Hi I'm Andy I'm 43 and first started out in 1996 did my apprentice with George wimpy builders and spent 20 years in Various trades I am a multi skilled tradesmen and pride myself in my work and value my customers as you are the key to success
Really humble and professionals. My garden fence completely collapsed due to storm and I couldn’t afford a new one so they managed to fix it.
A family run business with over 30 years experience . Specialising In guttering and upvc, fascias and soffits,tiles, slates and chimneys.
Carpentry (Certified Fire Door Installer/competent person) Electrical and general builder
At The Ruby Team we value great work and our word. Reliable, trustworthy and punctual tradesmen is what we are. With fantastic quality of work and enthusiasm we really get the job done to a 5* level. With 7 years in the field as a multi-tradesman I’ve accumulated a lot of knowledge in many sectors. No job is too small nor too big for us and we cover all areas in London and Essex. We follow a CLAYGO service which is a protocol we follow to ensure your house is as clean as when we entered it. #Residential. #Commercial. #Landscaping. Terms & Conditions. Any job cancelled by client with less than 48 hours notice will be subject to a flat £65 cancellation fee which is due when cancellation is confirmed. Payments are due on completion and once customer is satisfied with the quality of workmanship. If customer is not satisfied, it will be resolved with snagging or discount.
I have been running my own painting and decorating business since 2008, transforming a wide variety of properties—from homes and commercial buildings to beach huts and farms, internal and external. The most rewarding part of my work is seeing the dramatic changes, whether it’s achieving a sleek, modern look or creating bold, vibrant finishes. Every project is carried out with care and attention to detail. I place great importance on thorough surface preparation, which is essential for a high-quality, long-lasting finish. Where required, I can also arrange additional trades, always with the customer’s approval.
Neil visited to provide a quote, nice friendly guy. A great service, and quality work at a good price, no problems at all. Highly recommended.
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