Exterior costs are driven by preparation, repairs, height, access, and the condition of the surfaces beneath the paint.
Smaller one-story home or limited scope.
Normal preparation with siding and trim.
Complex elevations, repairs, or coating failure.

| Compare | Questions To Ask |
|---|---|
| Preparation | What cleaning, repairs, sanding, caulking, filling, and priming are included? |
| Surfaces | Exactly which walls, ceilings, doors, trim, cabinets, or exterior components are included? |
| Products | What manufacturer, product line, primer, sheen, and coating plan are specified? |
| Protection | How will floors, furniture, windows, roofing, landscaping, and adjacent areas be protected? |
| Changes | How will hidden damage, added work, and change orders be priced? |
| Completion | What cleanup, walkthrough, touch-up, and warranty terms are included? |
“Their prep work was masterful; lots of repair and scraping needed before painting and Garretson did a great job.”
Bonnie Hall“Paul helped us determine the best and most cost-effective way to make exterior house repairs.”
Cory McCormick“The results are incredible. Paul and Victoria are meticulous and professional.”
Tatiana Scoggins“They repaired and painted the exterior trim of my house. The quality of the work was excellent.”
Stuart Tweeton“They repaired our eaves, dormers, and weathered door frames. Looks like new!”
Andrew Wheeler“They communicated consistently when there were weather issues.”
Chuck LeuckRequest a written Garretson Painting estimate based on the actual home, surface condition, access, repairs, and finish expectations.
Review The Related ServiceNo. They are broad Franklin-area planning ranges. Garretson Painting should inspect the actual project and provide a written estimate.
The scopes may include different preparation, repairs, surfaces, products, coats, protection, cleanup, and warranty terms.
Confirm the manufacturer, product line, sheen, primer, and number of coats in writing.
Yes. The estimate should explain allowances and how additional work will be approved and priced.
Compare the same surfaces, preparation, products, repairs, protection, cleanup, and warranty rather than only the total.
Share the project location, surfaces, approximate size, repair concerns, color plans, and desired timing.
