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Exterior House Painting in Auckland
Yes, we paint the outside of Auckland houses: weatherboards, plaster and monolithic cladding, fascias, soffits, window frames, doors and decks. A good exterior paint job protects your home from the weather as much as it makes it look sharp, so we put most of the effort into prep.
Auckland is tough on paint. We get a lot of rain, high humidity and strong UV, and coastal homes deal with salt on top of that. Paint that goes on over dirt, mould or flaking old coats won't last, no matter how good the brand is. We wash, scrape, sand, repair and prime first, then paint.
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Tell us about the job and we'll arrange a time to have a look.
- We paint with Resene, made in NZ for our weather
- Plastering and paintingOne company from bare GIB to the final coat
- Auckland basedLocal crew working across Auckland
- Written quotesItemised, so you can see what you're paying for
- Tidy, protected siteFloors and furniture covered, cleaned up every day
What's included
Our exterior painting service
- WeatherboardsWashed, scraped, sanded, filled and primed, with any loose or damaged boards flagged before we paint.
- Plaster and monolithic claddingCracks repaired and sealed with a paint system made for plaster, so water stays out.
- Fascias, soffits and eavesOften the first place paint fails. We bring them back to a sound surface first.
- Windows and doorsJoinery sanded, puttied where needed, and finished in a hard-wearing enamel.
- Mould and lichen treatmentTreated and washed off before painting, so it doesn't grow back through the new coat.
- Safe accessScaffolding or safe access sorted for higher work, as required by NZ health and safety rules.
What Auckland's weather does to paint
Auckland's humidity and rain mean mould and lichen grow quickly on shady walls, under eaves and on south-facing sides. If that isn't killed and washed off before painting, it keeps growing under the new paint and comes back through.
Then there's the sun. Strong UV breaks down paint over time, which is why north and west-facing walls tend to fade and chalk first. Coastal homes on the North Shore, the eastern bays and the west coast also get salt spray, which eats at paint and metal fixings. We look at all of this when we quote, and pick a paint system to suit where your house sits.
Plaster homes need extra care
Auckland has a lot of homes with plaster or monolithic cladding, especially ones built from the 1990s onward. Paint on these houses is part of what keeps water out. Hairline cracks, gaps around windows and tired coatings can let moisture in behind the cladding.
Because we're plasterers as well as painters, we can repair cracks in plaster cladding properly before we paint, rather than just painting over them. If we find signs of something bigger, like soft spots or swelling, we'll tell you straight away so you can get it checked before any money is spent on paint.
When to paint the outside
Paint needs a dry surface and the right temperature to bond and cure properly. Most paint makers set a minimum temperature, and wet or dewy surfaces are a no-go. That's why the warmer, drier months are the busiest time for exterior work in Auckland.
You can still paint outside in the cooler months on good days. It just takes more planning around the weather. If you want your house done by summer, it's worth getting a quote in early.
Pricing
What affects the cost of exterior painting
Every job is different, so we price each one after seeing it. These are the things that make the biggest difference.
- Size and height of the houseTwo-storey homes and steep sections usually need scaffolding.
- Condition of the old paintFlaking, chalky or mouldy paint takes much longer to prep than sound paint.
- Type of claddingWeatherboards, plaster, brick and board-and-batten all prep and paint differently.
- Repairs neededPlaster cracks, rotten boards and failed putty add time before painting starts.
- How much joinery there isLots of windows, doors and trims mean more detailed enamel work.
- Colour changeA big change in colour can need an extra coat to cover evenly.
Our process
How the job runs
- 1
Site visit and chat
We walk around the house with you, check the paint and cladding, and talk about colours.
- 2
Written quote
An itemised quote showing the prep, repairs and paint system for each part of the house.
- 3
Access and wash
Scaffolding or safe access is set up, then the house is treated for mould and washed.
- 4
Prep and repair
Scrape, sand, fill, repair plaster cracks and prime bare spots.
- 5
Paint
Coats applied to the paint maker's specs, on days the weather allows.
- 6
Final check
We walk around the house with you and touch up anything before the gear comes down.
How long does it take?
An exterior repaint takes longer than an interior one because the weather decides which days we can paint. Prep can often carry on in light conditions, but paint only goes on when surfaces are dry and the temperature is right.
Your quote will include an expected start date and how long we expect to be on site, with weather days allowed for. We'll keep you posted if rain pushes things back.
Where we work
Exterior Painting across Auckland
We cover the whole Auckland region. See what we know about the homes in your area.
Questions
Exterior Painting FAQs
Do you water blast before painting?
We treat mould and lichen first, then wash the house so paint goes onto a clean surface. How we wash depends on the cladding. Plaster and older timber need a gentler approach than brick.
Can you paint plaster or monolithic cladding?
Yes. We're plasterers as well as painters, so we repair cracks in the cladding properly before painting it with a system made for plaster.
Do I need to be home while you paint the outside?
No. As long as we can get into the section and you've left any gates and pets sorted, you can carry on with your day.
Can you paint the outside of my house in winter?
On the right days, yes. Paint needs dry surfaces and a minimum temperature to cure properly, so winter jobs take more planning around the weather.
Do you need scaffolding?
For most two-storey homes and higher work, yes. Safe access is required under NZ health and safety law. We'll include it in your quote if your house needs it.
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GIB Stopping & Plastering
New GIB stopped smooth and flat for builds, renovations and extensions.
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Plaster Repairs & Skim Coating
Holes, cracks, water damage and rough walls fixed and made smooth again.
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Get a quote for exterior painting
Tell us what needs doing. We'll come and look, then give you a written, itemised quote.