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Exterior Painting Estimate
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How to Write an Exterior Painting Estimate
What to Include in an Exterior Painting Estimate
Exterior bids need substrate type, prep depth, coat count, product line, and warranty against peel.
Line Items and Pricing
Break prep, prime, finish coats, trim, and secondary structures like sheds or fences.
Materials vs. Labor
Show gallons assumed, sheen choices, and who supplies color samples or test patches.
Scope of Work
Define what is masked, what gets replaced versus caulked, and height limits without lift fees.
Timeline
Weather contingencies and cure times before rain should be explicit.
Tips for Winning More Exterior Painting Work
- Walk every elevation; photos beat guesses from the street.
- Offer good-better-best paint systems.
- List prep hours so cheap competitors look risky.
- Note wood rot finds as allowance lines.
- Book early in spring when calendars fill.
Converting Your Estimate to an Invoice
Progress draws for large homes or single final invoices for smaller jobs both work from the same lines.
Estimate vs. Quote
Homeowners request an exterior quote or estimate with the same goal. Use both keywords. A drive-by estimate refines after prep starts; the signed quote reflects measured square feet. Quoting should match crew production rates.
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