Shutter Painting Costs
- Standard shades: $35–$50 per shade. Includes taking them down, washing them, and two coats of paint.
- Wood shades: Over $100 per shade for extra preparation, scraping, priming, and painting.
Costs of Trim Painting
Trim is bid on a per linear foot basis. Here is a breakdown of how that works:
- Flat boards: $1–$2 per linear foot. For example, our company uses fascia boards and rake boards.
- Soffits, crown molding, dental molding: Average price of about $3–$5 per linear foot for more complex designs.
- Window frames: $20–$25 for the first floor; $30–$35 for the second floor.
Siding Costs: Porous vs. Non-Porous
The type of siding also helps determine the cost:
- Non-porous surfaces – vinyl, aluminum, smooth wood: Requires less paint; prices range from 45 cents to $1 per square foot per coat.
- Porous surfaces (e.g., brick, stucco, masonry): More paint is required, at $2 to $2.50 per square foot per coat.
Labor Intensiveness
- Lower siding: Slightly cheaper than upper siding.
- More obstructions (e.g., windows, ornate woodwork): Plus time, plus money.
Labor and Material Costs
Labor takes up about 85 percent of the total cost, while materials take 15 percent. Material costs are further broken down as follows:
- Incidentals (e.g., caulk, plastic, tape): 2–3%.
- Paint: 12–13%.
Premium-grade paint adds 12–13% more to the total cost, but it doubles the lifespan of your paint job. Opting for mid-grade paint may mean repainting in five years, while premium-grade paint could last 10 years or more.
Why Two Coats Matter
For longevity and to meet warranty requirements, two coats are necessary. One coat is simply inadequate and leads to very brief repainting cycles. Here at Echo House Painting, we always recommend two coats and apply such to make your paint last longer.
Example Costs
- Band boards: $1 per linear foot.
- Rake boards and fascia boards (second floor): $1.50–$2 per linear foot.
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Choosing Echo House Painting ensures your home gets the best quality and durability for your paint job. Contact us today to get started!
Leaving Moldova in 2012, I eventually found my home in Boston in 2014, where I started as a painter and learned from seasoned professionals. With a passion for quality work, I pursued business training and founded Echohousepainting in 2019 to offer top-tier residential painting services. Today, Echohousepainting stands as a testament to hard work, community commitment, and the belief that painting is both a craft and an art. Visit for more