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Professional Exterior Painters Focused on Long-Lasting Results
Exterior house painting is more than changing color—it’s about protecting your home from weather, moisture, and long-term damage. At Home Pros Painting, our exterior painting projects are prep-driven and detail-focused, because that’s what makes paint last.
We serve Kansas City area homeowners who want their home to look better and hold up for years.
Expert Painting Techniques for Every Type of Exterior Siding
Professional Painting for SmartSide & Engineered Wood Siding
Painting LP® SmartSide®: Efficiency and Specifications
We specialize in painting composite engineered-wood siding, specifically LP® SmartSide® trim and panels. Because of its factory-primed texture, we can apply paint evenly using a professional sprayer without the need for back rolling. Following official Sherwin-Williams paint specifications, a single coat of high-grade exterior paint is often sufficient for repaint projects. While some contractors suggest two coats, one coat of premium paint provides optimal coverage and durability on this specific substrate without unnecessary material costs.
Specialized Application Techniques for Porous Stucco Surfaces
Our Stucco Refinishing Process
- Deep Saturation: We use a combination of airless spraying and back rolling to bridge the porous surface of the stucco for 100% coverage.
- pH Management: For fresh masonry, we monitor alkali levels closely. We ensure the surface is chemically ready for topcoats, often utilizing specialty primers to prevent efflorescence or peeling.
- Crack Repair: We utilize high-grade, flexible masonry caulk on minor cracks to provide a weather-tight seal that accommodates thermal expansion.
- Visual Integrity: Our back-rolling technique eliminates "pinholing," ensuring no traces of the previous color remain visible.
Brick Painting: Masonry Priming and Preparation Processes
Professional Brick Painting: Techniques and Longevity
While painting brick is a matter of personal style, the technical execution is a matter of science. We have successfully completed numerous brick painting projects with a perfect warranty record. The key to a durable finish on masonry is the application of a high-quality masonry primer (or conditioner) to ensure proper adhesion to the porous substrate. Similar to stucco, brick requires a high-build application—often involving back-rolling—to saturate the surface and bridge the mortar joints. We focus on using premium, vapor-permeable coatings that allow the brick to breathe while providing a fresh, modern aesthetic.
Challenges and Solutions for Painting Wood Shake Siding
Professional Cedar Shake Painting & Lead-Safe Practices
Wood shake siding requires a specialized skill set due to its unique texture and the age of the structures it protects.
- Lead Safety: For homes built prior to 1978, we follow strict protocols to manage potential lead-paint hazards during the prep phase.
- Textured Application: Whether your shakes are smooth or rough-sawn/grooved, we adapt our method. For grooved surfaces, back-rolling is essential to prevent voids and ensure full saturation.
- Substrate Repair: We inspect for moisture damage and wood rot along critical areas like rooflines, ensuring the "bones" of the house are sound before the topcoat is applied.
- Aesthetic Smoothing: We focus on minimizing the appearance of "craters" caused by previous peeling, providing a cohesive, refreshed look for historic homes.
Maintenance and Painting Requirements for T-111 & Plywood Siding
Expert Solutions for T1-11 & Plywood Siding
Plywood-based sidings like T1-11 require proactive maintenance to avoid structural degradation. Our specialized painting process addresses the core weaknesses of this material:
- Deep Penetration: We use back-rolling and brushing to drive paint into the wood’s natural splits and grooves, stopping moisture infiltration.
- Surface Stabilization: For T-111 with multiple layers of old paint, we manage intercoat peeling to reduce the appearance of craters and voids.
- Failure Prevention: By applying high-build, flexible coatings, we help prevent the wood grain from lifting and splitting, which is common in unmaintained plywood.
- Extended Durability: While T1-11 is more porous than modern composites, our high-saturation method ensures the maximum possible service life for your exterior finish.
Multi-Step Painting Process for Aluminum and Metal Siding
How We Paint Metal & Aluminum Siding for Longevity
Painting metal siding is a precision process that differs significantly from wood or masonry. To ensure a professional result, we follow a strict three-phase system:
- De-Chalking: We perform a deep pressure wash to eliminate the powdery residue (chalking) that naturally forms on aged metal surfaces.
- Surface Preparation: We sand and feather any flaking paint to ensure the new coating lays flat and prevents future peeling.
- Chemical Bonding: We apply a specialized full-prime coat. This is not a standard primer; it is a high-bond masonry/metal sealer that ensures the new paint adheres permanently to the smooth, non-porous surface.
- Factory-Grade Finish: By treating the surface correctly, we can transform faded factory finishes into a modern, vibrant look that mimics the durability of the original coating.
Restoration and Painting for Traditional Cedar and Pine Siding
Restoring Cedar Bevel Siding: Surface Stability and Protection
Painting authentic cedar bevel siding (lap siding) is a process of preserving natural wood fibers and managing moisture. On older homes, we prioritize lead-safe work practices to address potential pre-1978 coatings. Common restoration challenges include deteriorated caulking—which leads to moisture intrusion and wood rot—and "cratering" from decades of paint layers.
To ensure a long-lasting finish, we replace compromised boards and apply a tannin-blocking primer to any new or bare wood. This prevents bleed-through and ensures a high-strength bond for the topcoat, restoring the home’s original character and weather resistance.
Why We Choose Not to Paint Vinyl Siding: Risks and Warranties
The Risks of Painting Vinyl Siding: What You Need to Know
At our company, we believe in long-term results, which is why we do not offer vinyl siding painting services. Here is the technical reasoning behind our decision:
- Heat Absorption & Warping: Darker or non-specialized pigments absorb UV radiation. Because vinyl is a thermoplastic, this heat causes the siding to buckle, warp, or "oil-can," leading to costly replacement.
- The "Vinyl-Safe" Myth: Even when using vinyl-safe color palettes, the risk of substrate distortion remains high depending on the home’s sun exposure.
- Warranty Protection: Most vinyl siding manufacturers explicitly state that painting the material nullifies the product warranty, leaving the homeowner unprotected against future defects.
When Homeowners Choose Exterior House Painting
Most exterior painting projects fall into a few common situations:
Preparing to Sell Your Home
A freshly painted exterior helps:
- Improve curb appeal
- Make a strong first impression
- Highlight proper home maintenance
- Reduce buyer objections during inspections
Many sellers combine exterior painting with targeted wood rot repairs to present a move-in-ready home.
Recently Purchased a Home
New homeowners often repaint the exterior to:
- Eliminate peeling or failing paint
- Repair damaged trim or siding
- Seal gaps and prevent moisture intrusion
- Personalize the home’s appearance
Exterior painting is one of the best ways to protect your investment early.
Updating Worn or Damaged Exteriors
Over time, exterior surfaces show wear from sun, rain, and temperature changes. We repaint homes to address:
- Peeling or flaking paint
- Exposed wood
- Cracked or failed caulking
- Faded or outdated colors
- Visible damage around windows, doors, and trim
What’s Included in Our Exterior Painting Service
Our exterior painting process is designed for durability—not shortcuts
Surface Preparation (The Most Important Step)
- Pressure washing to remove dirt, mildew, and loose debris
- Scraping loose and failing paint
- Sanding rough edges for smooth transitions
Wood Rot Repairs
We inspect common problem areas such as:
- Window trim and brickmold
- Door trim
- Fascia and soffits
- Siding boards
Damaged wood is repaired or replaced before painting to prevent further deterioration.
Caulking & Sealing
We use Sherwin-Williams PowerHouse® caulk to:
- Seal gaps around windows and doors
- Prevent moisture intrusion
- Improve energy efficiency
- Create clean, professional lines
High-quality caulking is critical to long-lasting exterior paint performance.
Professional Exterior Painting
- Even, consistent coverage
- Clean lines and detailed trim work
- Proper coatings selected for surface type and exposure
Why Homeowners Trust Home Pros Painting
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Best exterior warranty in the industry
5-Year hassle-free transferable exterior painting warranty
Full Exterior vs Partial Exterior Painting
Full Exterior Painting
Best for:
- Homes with widespread paint failure
- Major color changes
- Long-term maintenance plans
Typically includes:
- Siding
- Trim and fascia
- Doors and shutters
- Accent features
Partial Exterior Painting
Ideal for:
- Targeted repairs
- Budget-focused updates
- Pre-sale improvements
Common partial projects:
- Trim and fascia only
- Doors and shutters
- Specific elevations
- Wood rot repair areas
We’ll help you prioritize areas that make the biggest visual and protective impact.
Our Exterior Painting Process
How Much Does Exterior House Painting Cost?
Exterior painting costs depend on:
- Home size and layout
- Surface condition
- Amount of wood rot repair
- Prep time required
- Number of stories
- Trim and detail work
We provide clear, itemized estimates so you understand what’s included—no surprises.
Have you ever wondered how painting companies determine what your project will cost? What goes into calculating a painting project?
Follow the link below to get detailed answers to these questions, along with a full sample breakdown of an exterior painting quote.
How Long Does Exterior Painting Take?
Most exterior painting projects take 3–7 days, depending on:
- Weather conditions
- Prep and repair needs
- Home size and complexity
We schedule projects carefully to ensure proper drying and curing.
Protecting Your Home: How to Identify and Prevent Common Paint Issues
UV Rays and Your Paint: The Hidden Culprit Behind Fading
CAUSES OF FADE ON PAINT
Simple science: the sun's uv rays causes a chemical breakdown which causes the pigment (provides color) to break down which causes oxidation. The more oxidation the less the paint can absorb uv rays. The results are visible in the loss of color and vibrancy.
Street smarts: the more sun exposure to your house, the faster the damage. To make things worse, the darker the color, the more it absorbs uv rays causing the fade to be noticeable in a shorter amount of time. Don't choose a paint color just because it's trendy. Think about the fade.
HOW TO DELAY FADING
Simple science: it's all about the pigment, binders, and additives in a gallon of paint. The more good stuff in the paint, the better the paint will hold up. There are solids in paint that provide the color (pigment) and other solids that help the paint stick to the wall (binders).
Street smarts: You always hear the term high quality paint. What makes one paint more high quality than the other? Is it the price? Is it the marketing materials? No. It's the amount of solids in a gallon of paint that typically makes one paint better than the other.
Flaking Paint: Addressing Expansion, Contraction, and Proper Prep
CAUSES OF PAINT FLAKING
Simple science: lifting of paint from the underlying surface causes flakes to appear. This could be caused by expansion and contraction of wood caused by temperature and humidity changes. This movement will get transmitted to the coating.
Street smarts: flaking may occur because the prep work wasn't don't properly. Inexperienced painters sometimes think that just pressuring washing a surface is good enough. Paints claiming to have primer in them are not good enough. A stand alone primer should be applied prior to applying the top coat.
HOW TO DELAY FLAKING
Simple science: since you cannot control the movement of the house, it is best to to prep any suspected areas of paint failure properly by scraping or sanding. Applying the proper coat of paint will allow the paint to expand with the wood underneath it and prevent fissures which will lead to flaking.
Street smarts: it is best to scrape and lightly sand any and all pre-existing flaking paint by hand. Do not use a pressure washer to remove flaking pain as it could cause more harm than good. Apply primer and proper amount of paint to allow for movement without breaking.
Moisture Control: Preventing Adhesion Loss and Peeling Paint
CAUSES OF PAINT PEELING
Simple science: peeling paint is the loss of adhesion of the paint film almost always down the bare surface. When a wet substrate swells under the paint, causing the paint film to loosen, crack, and fall off, you get peeling.
Street smarts: the root cause of peeling is typically moisture. This could come from failed caulking joints, clogged gutters, painting over a damp surface--maybe rain, pressure washing, condensation, or dew. In poorly designed homes even surfaces too close to the ground will cause moisture to be wicked up by the substrate.
HOW TO AVOID PEELING PAINT
Simple science: test the surface being painted with a moisture meter to ensure the moisture content is safe enough to paint. All materials have some form of moisture, the key is for it to be at a safe level. Keep in mind that 50% of paint is water.
Street smarts: never paint a house the same day you pressure washed it. Ensure gutters are not wet and dripping when applying the paint. If the wood surface is deteriorated, replace with new and apply primer if necessary. On colder mornings start later in the morning to avoid condensation and morning dew.
5-Star Rated Services
Comprehensive Exterior Painting & Restoration Services
Exterior Home Siding Painting
We specialize in professional coating applications for a wide range of residential siding materials, including:
- Wood & Composite: Natural wood siding, cedar beveled siding, and engineered wood (SmartSide).
- Synthetic & Modern: Fiber cement (James Hardie), aluminum, and vinyl-safe painting.
- Masonry & Texture: Professional brick painting and porous stucco coating.
- Specialty Profiles: Lap siding, log home siding, plywood panels (T-111), and cedar shingles/shakes.
Exterior Trim & Architectural Detail Painting
Precision painting for all trim types to ensure weather-tight seals and aesthetic appeal:
- Materials: Wood, PVC, Cedar, and Fiber Cement trim.
- Brand Specialists: Expert application on SmartSide and composite trim systems.
Deck & Fence Staining and Sealing
Protection and restoration services for outdoor wood structures:
- Finishes: Transparent, semi-transparent, and solid color stains.
- Products: High-performance oil-based and acrylic stain applications.
- Prep Work: Deep power washing and surface preparation included.
Expert Carpentry & Wood Rot Repair
We don't just paint over problems; we fix the underlying structure to ensure paint longevity:
- Damage Repair: Specialized treatment for wood rot, dry rot, and swollen siding panels.
- Structural Accents: Replacement of window and door brickmold, window sills, and trim.
- Outdoor Repairs: Targeted repairs for damaged fencing and deck boards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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