Exterior Painting That Protects and Transforms Your Home
Complete exterior painting with thorough pressure washing, caulking, priming, and premium coatings rated for Maryland's humidity, heat, and freezing winters.
Your home's exterior is its first impression and its first line of defense against weather. A proper exterior paint job keeps moisture out, prevents wood rot, protects your siding, and adds significant curb appeal. But exterior painting is not just about putting color on a wall. It is about the prep work that happens before a single brush or roller touches the surface.
Elite Finishes starts every exterior project with a thorough power wash to remove dirt, mildew, and chalking paint. We then go over every inch of the surface caulking open joints, sealing gaps around windows and doors, and priming any bare wood or peeling areas. Only after the surface is properly prepared do we apply your finish coats using exterior-grade Benjamin Moore or Sherwin-Williams paints chosen for the climate and surface type.
Baltimore's weather is tough on paint. Summer heat and UV exposure break down coatings quickly. Winter freeze-thaw cycles open gaps in caulk and siding. Humidity encourages mildew growth. We account for all of these factors in the products and application methods we choose, so your exterior paint lasts for many years instead of needing touch-up within two or three.
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Why Choose Us for Exterior Painting
Full Pressure Washing and Prep
We power wash the entire exterior before any prep or painting begins. Mildew, dirt, and chalking paint cannot be covered over and expected to hold. A clean surface is the foundation of a paint job that lasts.
Complete Caulking and Sealing
We caulk every open joint, gap around windows and doors, and crack in siding or trim before painting. This keeps moisture from getting behind the paint film and prevents the peeling and rot that cut most exterior paint jobs short.
Premium Weather-Resistant Coatings
We use exterior-grade paints rated for Maryland's climate, with UV stabilizers, mildew inhibitors, and long-term flexibility built in. These are not the same products you buy at a home improvement store.
Two Full Coats on All Surfaces
Every painted surface gets two full coats of finish paint, not a half coat followed by a touch-up. We inspect coverage after each coat and address thin spots before moving on. What you see when we leave is a complete, professional finish.
Clean, Detailed Trim Work
Exterior trim requires precise cutting and back-brushing to avoid lap marks and drips. Our crew takes the time to do trim work correctly, which is what separates a professional paint job from one that looks sloppy up close.
Licensed and Fully Insured
We carry full liability insurance and are licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC 153498). You are protected on every project we complete.
Our Exterior Painting Process
Here's exactly how your exterior painting project works from start to finish.
Free Exterior Inspection and Estimate
We inspect your home's exterior surface by surface, noting any rot, peeling, failing caulk, or moisture damage. You get a detailed written estimate with no pressure and no obligation.
Power Washing and Repairs
We pressure wash the entire exterior, scrape any loose or peeling paint, repair minor wood rot or damaged siding, and allow everything to dry completely before the next step.
Caulking, Priming, and Masking
We caulk all joints, gaps, and cracks throughout the exterior. Any bare wood or repaired areas get a coat of exterior primer. We mask windows, doors, and any surfaces that should not receive paint.
Painting, Inspection, and Walkthrough
We apply two full finish coats on all painted surfaces, inspect coverage, and clean up fully. We walk around the entire exterior with you before we leave to make sure everything meets your expectations.
Free Exterior Inspection and Estimate
We inspect your home's exterior surface by surface, noting any rot, peeling, failing caulk, or moisture damage. You get a detailed written estimate with no pressure and no obligation.
Power Washing and Repairs
We pressure wash the entire exterior, scrape any loose or peeling paint, repair minor wood rot or damaged siding, and allow everything to dry completely before the next step.
Caulking, Priming, and Masking
We caulk all joints, gaps, and cracks throughout the exterior. Any bare wood or repaired areas get a coat of exterior primer. We mask windows, doors, and any surfaces that should not receive paint.
Painting, Inspection, and Walkthrough
We apply two full finish coats on all painted surfaces, inspect coverage, and clean up fully. We walk around the entire exterior with you before we leave to make sure everything meets your expectations.
“They repainted our entire exterior including trim and shutters. The prep work alone was impressive. Pressure washed everything, caulked every gap, primed all the bare wood. The result looks as good as new construction.”
Jennifer and Mark P.
Annapolis, MD · Exterior Painting
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