Your Home's Armor

Exterior Siding
Protection in Seattle

Weatherproof your biggest investment. We clean, seal, and paint Cedar, HardiePlank, and T1-11 siding to withstand the Northwest rain. Serving Shoreline and Ballard.

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Seal The Envelope

More Than Just Curb Appeal

In Seattle, your siding fights a constant battle against moisture intrusion. Once the paint seal breaks, water seeps into the wood or substrate, leading to dry rot, mold, and costly structural repairs.

At Couple Of Guys Painting, we focus on the prep work that seals your home's envelope. We caulk gaps, prime bare wood, and use premium coatings that flex with the temperature changes to prevent cracking.

Waterproof Barrier

Stops rain penetration

Pest Prevention

Seals gaps against insects

Seattle Home Exterior Siding

Spray & Back-Roll

The gold standard for coverage and adhesion.

We Paint All Seattle Siding Types

Different materials require different prep and products.

Cedar / Wood

Common in older homes. Requires specialized oil-based priming to block tannin bleed.

  • Tannin Blocking
  • Breathable Stains
  • Preserves grain

Fiber Cement

HARDIEPLANK

Durable but needs maintenance. We check all butt-joints where shrinkage occurs.

  • Caulking Checks
  • 100% Acrylic Latex
  • Long Lasting

T1-11 Plywood

Common in mid-century homes. Prone to rot at the bottom edges if not sealed properly.

  • Edge Sealing
  • Heavy Saturation
  • Rot repair needed
Peeling Paint Repair

Restoring Your Exterior

The Problem: Failing Caulk

Caulk shrinks and cracks over time, letting water behind your siding boards.

Our Solution: Elastomeric Sealant

We cut out old caulk and apply high-grade elastomeric sealant that stretches with your home's movement.

The Problem: Peeling Paint

Moisture gets under old paint layers, causing unsightly bubbling and flaking.

Our Solution: Scrape & Prime

We scrape loose paint to a sound edge, sand the transition, and spot-prime with a bonding primer to lock it down.

Our Exterior Process

Thorough preparation ensures a finish that lasts.

1

Soft Wash Cleaning

We apply a cleaning solution to kill mildew and dirt, then gently rinse. We avoid high pressure that can damage wood fibers or force water behind siding.

2

Scrape & Caulk

Once dry, we scrape loose paint, sand rough edges, and re-caulk windows, doors, and trim gaps to create a watertight seal.

3

Masking & Protection

We cover windows, lights, decks, and landscaping with plastic and drop cloths to protect your property from overspray.

4

Spray & Back-roll

We spray the paint for even distribution, then immediately back-roll it by hand to force the paint into the siding texture for superior adhesion.

"Our cedar siding was peeling badly. The team prepped it thoroughly and the new paint job has held up perfectly through two Seattle winters so far!"
T
Tom Richards
Green Lake, WA
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Exterior Painting Costs

Pricing varies by home size, siding condition, and access difficulty.

Single Story

Exterior Refresh

Typical 1,500 sq ft home.

$3,500 - $5,500 / estimated
  • Pressure Wash
  • Standard Prep & Caulk
  • Body & Trim Paint
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Multi-Story

Full Restoration

Large homes or heavy prep needs.

$6,000 - $10,000+ / estimated
  • Extensive Scraping/Priming
  • High Access Equipment
  • Premium Warranty
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Siding FAQs

Common questions from Seattle homeowners.

Do you spray or roll the siding?

We do both! We call it 'Spray and Back-roll'. The sprayer gets the paint onto the surface efficiently, and the roller forces it deep into the texture and pores for maximum adhesion and durability.

Can you paint HardiePlank fiber cement?

Yes, fiber cement is excellent for painting. We check all butt-joints and caulking before applying 100% acrylic latex paint, which bonds incredibly well to this material.

How long will the paint job last?

In the Seattle climate, a high-quality paint job with proper preparation typically lasts 7-10 years. South-facing walls exposed to intense sun might need maintenance sooner than shaded north-facing walls.

Complete the Look

Don't Forget the Gutters

Faded or peeling gutters can ruin the look of a freshly painted house. We can paint your gutters and downspouts to match your new trim for a seamless finish.

  • Color Matching
  • Metal Priming
  • Rust Treatment
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Add to your exterior package

Proudly Serving King County

Our local teams are stationed throughout Seattle to ensure prompt service.

Shoreline Lake Forest Park Ballard Greenwood Northgate Queen Anne Magnolia
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