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Exterior Painting in Birmingham, AL

From the wood-sided Victorians of Highland Park to the brick facades along Red Mountain, Birmingham exteriors face a unique cocktail of summer heat, winter freeze-thaw, and year-round humidity. Proper prep — especially scraping, caulking, and mildew treatment — is what separates a paint job that lasts two years from one that lasts ten. Historic district color guidelines may also apply, so confirm with your neighborhood association before settling on a palette.

Typical Cost

$4,500 - $12,000 for typical Birmingham single-family homes

Timeline

4-7 days depending on siding type and prep scope

Local Tip

North-facing walls in Avondale and Forest Park develop mildew fastest — ask your painter to apply a mildewcide additive on those exposures for extended protection.

What's Included

  • Siding and stucco
  • Brick and HardiPlank
  • Trim, fascia, and soffits
  • Doors and shutters
  • Thorough power washing prep
  • UV-resistant finishes

Painting in Birmingham

Mix of historic districts with Victorian, Craftsman, and mid-century homes. Downtown lofts and new construction in revitalized neighborhoods like Avondale and Lakeview.

Older homes may contain lead paint requiring EPA-certified renovation practices. Historic districts often have HOA or preservation guidelines for exterior colors. High humidity accelerates mildew growth on north-facing walls.

Serving Birmingham zip codes: 35201, 35203, 35204, 35205, 35206, 35207, 35209, 35210, 35211, 35212, 35213, 35214, 35215, 35216, 35217, 35218, 35222, 35223, 35224, 35226, 35228, 35229, 35233, 35234, 35235

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