Exterior Painting in Treherbert, Mid Glamorgan (12)

Plenty of other ways exist to protect and improve the outside of your property.

Cladding, weather coatings or rendering can help transform the appearance of your home and simultaneously add protection.

Get more wall cladding, render and weather coatings with these guides.

The best times to paint your home are during spring and summer when there is less chance of rain.

Check the weather forecast and aim for a few warm, dry days. You need enough dry hours to set at least a couple of coats.

But avoid the hottest days. Painting the outside of your home when it's too hot can cause the paint to dry unevenly or quickly, and then it cracks.

Find the best exterior painting in Treherbert with our quick and easy online search.

On average, exterior house painting takes three to four days with a team of two painters.

But your house painting job might take less or more time depending on:

• Size of your house
• Number of paint coats
• Whether it's a professional or DIY job
• Amount of prep work
• Breaks due to the weather

Chat with professional exterior painting services in Treherbert today. They can visit your home and tell you how long the paint job will take.

Here's the average costs for exterior painting in Treherbert:

• £3, 000 to £6, 000 – exterior painting costs
• £1, 000 – sealing coat (primer) prices
• £300 – masonry paint costs
• £330 – scaffolding hire (per project)
• £27.50 to £50 – exterior house painter's hourly rate
• £220 to £400 – exterior painter day rate

Costs for exterior painting in Treherbert depend on property size, prep work, ease of access, and rates in your area.

For a DIY paint job, you'll only need to pay for paint, brushes, rollers and ladders (unless you already have them). For a professional paint job, you'll pay for materials and labour.

Before hiring, always get several written quotes, including all materials, labour, and VAT.

The average price of brick paint removal is £50 per square metre. If scaffolding is required, you'll also need to budget around £310 per week for that.

The amount you pay to remove paint from brickwork depends on the house's size, layout, and condition.

Removing the paint can give your property a new lease of life. But, it must be done carefully to avoid damaging the brickwork.

Always hire a professional to remove paint from a brick exterior; they'll use appropriate removal methods, such as soda blasting or paint remover.

Before you paint the exterior of your home, you or a professional will need to carry out the following prep work:

• Brushing away any peeling paint
• Repairing holes or cracks
• Removing dust and debris
• Cleaning all surfaces
• Masking off areas not to be painted
• Move any plants or furniture away from the house

When you hire professional exterior painters in Treherbert, they'll carry out the necessary prep work for you.

You can paint over old exterior paint if it is in good condition. This is so the new paint can properly adhere to the surface of the outside wall.

To avoid moisture filtration, the old paint must also be free from cracks or damage.

Depending on the existing paint condition, you might need to prep, repair, or remove the old paint.

Chat with a professional exterior painting service in Treherbert. They'll assess your home's condition and tell you if it can be painted.

It's best to find an experienced tradesperson for such a large home improvement job.

We've got three easy ways to find excellent exterior painting in Treherbert.

Use Checkatrade

Try a professional search directory like Checkatrade for a quick and easy way to transform the outside of your home.

We approve all our members, who must pass up to 12 rigorous checks and adhere to the Checkatrade standard.

We also check their reviews – so you know you're getting the real deal.

Ready to get started? Look for exterior painting in Treherbert today.

Ask for recommendations

One of the best ways to find a good tradesperson is to get recommendations.

Ask friends, family, and colleagues – you might be surprised by how many recommendations you get.

Check if they have a Checkatrade member profile to see their portfolio and reviews.

Check online reviews

Always look for reviews online.

It's an easy way to see what others say about an exterior painter's services in Treherbert.

Remember to cross-check your reviews on Checkatrade.

Masonry paint is specifically designed for exterior walls and is a popular choice for exterior painting.

This exterior paint can be applied to any exterior walled surface, such as brick, stone, or render. It also provides extra protection against weather damage.

For timber or metal cladding, choose an outdoor paint specifically designed for these surfaces.

If you're ready to hire a professional to paint your house, swipe up and contact one of our approved tradespeople near you.

Or, use our quick and handy request-a-quote feature to find recommended exterior painters in Treherbert.