Exterior Painting in Joliet, IL
House siding, brick, trim, and doors painted to last. We power wash first, scrape and sand loose paint, prime bare spots, and apply two coats. Licensed and insured, with a price you get before we start.
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Quick Answer
Exterior painting in Joliet, IL starts at $349, with an average two-story house running about $3,200. That price comes from Vanguard Painting, a licensed and insured company based in Melrose Park. Every exterior job covers pressure washing, scraping loose paint, sanding, priming bare spots, two coats of paint, and a full cleanup. We paint siding, brick, trim, doors and more across Joliet and the rest of Will County.
What You Get When We Paint Your Exterior
Book exterior painting in Joliet and this is the package. No shortcuts, no skipping steps to get done faster.
Dirt, chalk and mildew removed so paint actually sticks.
Loose paint removed, edges feathered, rough spots sanded.
Wood, masonry and bare patches sealed before topcoats.
Window frames, corners and trim gaps sealed to keep water out.
Applied with proper dry time between them. That's where durability comes from.
Window frames, door jambs and soffits get brushed, not just rolled.
Drop cloths picked up, debris bagged, spray residue wiped off glass.
We walk the whole house with you and touch up anything you see.
Exterior Painting Prices in Joliet
Here's where our pricing starts on the exterior jobs Joliet homeowners ask about most. House size, siding type and how much prep is needed move the final number. You get that number in writing first.
Not sure what your house needs? Call (708) 815-7720. Most Joliet exterior jobs get priced over the phone in about five minutes.
Joliet Exteriors Need Weather-Ready Paint
Joliet sees hot summers, cold winters and everything in between. The right prep and paint make the difference between a job that lasts and one that peels after one season.
Freeze-thaw cycles
Winters in Joliet mean multiple freeze-thaw cycles. If paint sits on improperly primed wood, it pops right off when the weather turns. We prime bare spots properly so the paint holds.
Brick moisture issues
Many Joliet homes have old brick exteriors that hold moisture. Regular paint traps it and peels. We use breathable masonry paint on brick painting in Joliet so moisture escapes.
Fading from sun exposure
South-facing walls in Joliet take a beating from the sun. We recommend high-quality acrylic paint that resists fading and chalk better than the cheap stuff.
Homes built before 1978 can carry lead paint on exterior surfaces. Our crews follow safe prep on those jobs, which is one more reason not to hand this to a cheap handyman.
How We Paint a House Exterior in Joliet
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's a ranch on a quiet street or a two-story with tough access.
Inspect and quote
We walk the house, check the siding condition, and write the price down before we leave.
Pick colors
Bring your own or let us bring samples. We test colors on your siding first.
Pressure wash
Dirt, chalk and mildew washed off so paint has something to grip.
Scrape and sand
Loose paint removed, rough spots sanded smooth, edges feathered.
Prime bare spots
Bare wood, masonry and metal sealed with primer.
Apply first coat
Complete coat over everything, brushed and rolled in the right order.
Second coat
Full second coat once the first has dried. This is where even color and durability come from.
Cleanup and check
Debris bagged, spray residue wiped, then we walk it with you and touch up anything you point at.
The Exterior Work Joliet Calls Us For
Most exterior calls fall into one of these categories. Same crew and same prep standard on all of them, different materials.
Siding and trim
Wood, vinyl, Hardie and aluminum siding prepped and painted. Trim and eaves brushed separately. This is the core of our exterior painting service.
Brick and masonry
Old brick needs breathable paint so moisture escapes. We clean it, apply masonry primer, then topcoat in your color. See brick painting in Joliet.
Decks and fences
Wood decks and fences cleaned, sealed and stained to last. Ask about deck staining in Joliet.
A Crew That Understands Will County Weather
Our shop is at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. We travel to Joliet regularly and know what the weather does to paint out there. The person who prices your exterior is the person you'll see on the scaffolding.
We work Will County every week and we know these houses. Same crew, same prep, same price sheet whether you're on Douglas Street or out on the edge of town. If a spot needs a touch-up next season, we're close enough to swing back.
Exterior work often pairs with interior jobs. Plenty of Joliet customers add interior house painting or cabinet refinishing to the same visit.
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What People Complain About, and What You End Up With
Almost every exterior call opens with one of these. Here's the cause on the left, and here's what the house looks like when we pack up.
The problem
Inadequate prep and cheap paint. Peeling starts at the edges and spreads.
Cheap paint breaks down from UV exposure, leaving chalky, uneven color.
Moisture trapped behind poorly primed wood. Paint bubbles and pops.
What you get
Proper prep, quality acrylic paint, two coats. It holds up through Joliet winters and summers.
High-quality paint resists fading. The south side matches the north side.
Caulk and primer keep moisture out. The paint doesn't bubble or peel.
True on every Joliet exterior we take:
What the House Looks Like When We Leave
Clean lines, even color, and paint that stays put through the next season.
What Joliet Customers Say After the Last Coat
Most of our Joliet exterior work comes from word of mouth. Read what they said about the prep, the finish and how the house looked when we cleared out.
Other Painting Work We Do Around Joliet
Exterior painting is a big part of our schedule, but the same crew covers most of what a house needs.
Interior house painting
Cabinet refinishing
Kitchen cabinets transformed. See cabinet painting in Joliet.
Deck and fence staining
Outdoor wood protection. See deck staining in Joliet.
Commercial painting
Offices and storefronts. See commercial painting in Joliet.
Painting more than one thing on your house? We cover the whole Will County service area, and everything we do in town sits on the Joliet painting page.
Exterior Painting in Joliet, IL: Common Questions
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Get Your Joliet House Exterior Painted Properly
Free estimate, a real written price, licensed and insured, and a crew that knows Will County. Book online and take $50 off.