Painters Lane LLC handles exterior painting for homes and commercial buildings across Minneapolis, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Bloomington, and the broader Twin Cities area. We know Minnesota weather — the freeze-thaw cycles, the humid summers, the brutal winters. That knowledge shapes how we prep and paint every exterior project.
A lot of exterior paint jobs fail early not because of bad paint, but because of bad prep. Skipping the power wash, painting over peeling paint, or skimping on primer — those are the shortcuts that lead to a paint job that looks great for one summer and bubbles and peels by spring. We don't take those shortcuts.
What's Included in Our Exterior Painting Service
- Full power washing of all exterior surfaces before any painting begins
- Scraping and sanding of any peeling, flaking, or loose paint
- Caulking gaps around windows, doors, trim, and siding seams
- Primer coat on bare wood, repaired areas, and stained surfaces
- Two coats of exterior-grade Sherwin-Williams paint in your color choice
- Trim, fascia, soffits, shutters, and doors painted as included in scope
- Protection of landscaping, walkways, and windows during painting
- Full cleanup and removal of all materials and masking
Our Exterior Painting Process
Free Estimate
We walk the exterior of your home, check the condition of existing paint and surfaces, and give you a detailed written quote.
Power Wash
We thoroughly clean every surface to be painted. Painting over dirt and mildew is one of the main reasons exterior paint fails early.
Prep & Repair
We scrape any peeling paint, sand rough areas, caulk gaps, and prime where needed. This is the most important part of the job.
Paint
We apply quality exterior paint — the right product for your siding type — in the right conditions (temperature and humidity matter for exterior painting in Minnesota).
Final Walkthrough
We walk the exterior with you before we leave. Anything that needs attention gets handled on the spot.
How Much Does Exterior Painting Cost in Minneapolis?
Typical Exterior Painting Ranges
Exterior painting costs vary based on home size, siding type, the amount of prep work needed, and how many stories your home has. Rough ballparks for the Twin Cities area:
- Small single-story home (up to 1,200 sq ft): $2,000 – $4,000
- Average two-story home (1,500–2,500 sq ft): $4,000 – $8,000
- Larger or heavily detailed homes: $8,000 – $14,000+
Homes with a lot of peeling paint, rotted wood, or detailed trim will cost more because of the prep work involved. We'll give you an honest assessment when we come out.
Our Workmanship Warranty
All exterior painting projects are backed by our tiered workmanship warranty:
Why Choose Painters Lane for Your Exterior Project
- We're local — we know how Minnesota weather affects exterior paint and prep accordingly
- We power wash first, every time — no exceptions
- Licensed and insured — you're protected throughout the project
- Sherwin-Williams exterior paints built to handle freeze-thaw cycles
- Honest written quotes — no surprise charges after the job
- A+ BBB rating — we've earned the trust of Twin Cities homeowners
Recent Projects
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See Our Exterior Work
Check out before and after photos from real exterior jobs around the Twin Cities.
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Serving the Twin Cities for Exterior Painting
We handle exterior painting throughout Minneapolis, St Paul, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, St Louis Park, Plymouth, Wayzata, and the surrounding western suburbs.
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