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Exterior Painting Checklist
Exterior work needs weather, access and wall-condition planning before colour selection.
Updated July 2026 • 6 min readWhat you should know
This guide is designed to help homeowners compare quotations and avoid shortcuts. The correct solution still depends on the actual wall condition and site inspection.
- Inspect loose coating
- Check cracks and joints
- Plan cleaning and algae removal
- Assess water-entry points
- Plan scaffolding and safety
- Write the coating system
Use a written quotation
Ask for the exact preparation, product line, primer, putty, coat count, exclusions, access, schedule and cleanup responsibilities in writing.
Need an exact answer for your property?
Call or send wall photos for the next step.