Exterior Painting in Vernon Hills, IL
Siding, brick, trim and doors painted to last through Illinois weather. Surfaces prepped, caulked and sealed before the first brush hits. Licensed and insured, with a written price before we start.
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Quick Answer
Exterior painting in Vernon Hills, IL starts at $349 for a basic siding refresh, with a full home exterior typically running $2,800 to $4,500 depending on size and siding type. That price comes from Vanguard Painting, a licensed and insured company based in Melrose Park. Every exterior job includes pressure washing, scraping loose paint, caulking gaps, priming bare spots, two finish coats, and a full cleanup. We paint siding, brick, trim, doors, and gutters across Vernon Hills and all of Lake County.
What You Get When We Paint Your Exterior
Book exterior work in Vernon Hills and this is the package. No surprises, no add-ons.
Dirt, mildew and loose paint removed so the new paint has a clean surface to grip.
Old peeling paint removed and edges feathered so no ridges show through.
Trim joints, window frames and siding seams sealed so water stays out.
Exposed wood gets primer first so the finish coat doesn't soak in and look dull.
With proper dry time between them. That's where durability comes from.
All the details painted to match or complement the main color.
Drop cloths moved, paint chips picked up, site safe for kids and pets.
We walk it with you and fix anything you spot before we pack up.
Exterior Painting Prices in Vernon Hills
Here's where our pricing starts on the exterior jobs Vernon Hills homeowners ask about most. Size, siding type, and how much prep is needed move the final number. You get that number in writing first.
Not sure which of these you need? Call (708) 815-7720. Most Vernon Hills exteriors get priced over the phone in about five minutes.
Vernon Hills Exteriors Face Midwest Weather
Vernon Hills gets the full Illinois weather cycle — hot summers, cold winters, freeze-thaw cycles, and plenty of humidity off the nearby lakes. Paint has to hold up.
Vinyl siding expansion
Vinyl siding expands and contracts in the heat and cold. Paint needs to flex with it, or it cracks at the seams. We use paint designed for vinyl to avoid that.
Wood rot around windows
Many Vernon Hills homes have wood trim around windows and doors. We cut out rotted wood and replace it before we paint, so the new finish actually lasts.
Mildew on north sides
Shady north-facing walls hold moisture and grow mildew. We treat it with bleach and a biocide wash before any paint goes on.
Exterior painting is only as good as the prep underneath. Our crews take the time to clean, scrape and caulk before a single drop of paint is opened.
How We Paint the Outside of a Vernon Hills Home
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's a small ranch or a two-story colonial.
Walk and inspect
We check the siding, trim, and gutters, look for rot, and write the price down before we leave.
Pick colors
Bring your own or let us bring samples. We test them on your siding in daylight.
Pressure wash
Every exterior surface is washed clean of dirt, mildew, and loose paint.
Scrape and sand
Old peeling paint removed, edges feathered, bare spots sanded smooth.
Caulk and repair
All gaps, cracks and joints sealed. Rotted wood cut out and replaced.
Prime bare spots
Exposed wood, metal and masonry get primer before the finish coat.
Two finish coats
Full first coat, dry time, then full second coat for lasting protection.
Cleanup and walk
Site cleaned, then we walk it with you and fix anything you point out.
The Exterior Work Vernon Hills Calls Us For
Most calls fall into one of three categories. Same crew and same prep standard on all of them.
Siding and trim
Vinyl, wood, fiber cement and aluminum siding. We paint it all, including all the trim, fascia and eaves.
Brick and masonry
Brick veneers and full masonry homes painted with breathable paint that won't trap moisture.
Decks and fences
Wood decks, fences, railings and pergolas cleaned and stained for weather protection.
A Crew That Works Outside, Whatever the Weather
Our shop is at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. Vernon Hills is about 35 minutes up the highway, and we make the trip for quality exterior work. The person who quotes your home is the person you'll see on the scaffolding.
Exterior work is all about timing. We need good weather, dry surfaces, and enough daylight. We schedule around the forecast, not against it. Same crew, same prep, same price sheet whether you're off Route 45 or near the mall.
When the exterior is done, plenty of homeowners add interior painting or deck staining while we're already on site.
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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
One coat over dirty or damp siding. Looks fine fresh, peels fast.
Old caulk shrinks and separates, letting moisture behind the paint.
Not treated with bleach before painting. Mildew grows right through the new paint.
What you get
Two coats, correct prep, primer where needed. It stays put through the weather.
Every gap caulked and sealed before paint. Water stays out.
Pressure wash and biocide treatment kills mildew so it can't grow back.
True on every Vernon Hills exterior we take:
What the Exteriors Look Like When We Leave
Clean lines, even color, and a finish that stands up to the weather.
What Vernon Hills Customers Say After the Last Coat
Most of our Vernon Hills exterior work comes from somebody a few blocks over. Read what they said about the prep, the finish and how the house looked when we cleared out.
Other Painting Work We Do Around Vernon Hills
Exterior work is a big part of our schedule, but the same crew covers most of what a home needs.
House painting
Interior walls, ceilings and trim. See house painting in Vernon Hills.
Cabinet painting
Kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Cabinet painting.
Deck and fence staining
Protection for outdoor wood surfaces. Deck staining.
Drywall repair
Interior wall damage fixed. Drywall repair.
Painting more than one area in the county? We cover all of Lake County, and everything we do in town sits on the Vernon Hills painting page.
Exterior Painting in Vernon Hills, IL: Common Questions
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Get Your Vernon Hills Exterior Painted Properly
Free estimate, a real written price, licensed and insured, and a crew that preps like they own the place. Book online and take $50 off.