Exterior Painting

How Often Should You Paint Your House Exterior?

Updated September 2026

How Often Should You Paint Your House Exterior: the direct answer

A house exterior commonly needs repainting when the coating is peeling, chalking, cracking, fading, or no longer protecting the substrate. The interval varies with siding material, sun exposure, moisture, previous preparation, and coating quality, so visible condition is a better guide than a fixed calendar.

Signs it is time

Look for peeling, bare wood, failing caulk, mildew, fading, and exposed joints around windows and doors.

Prep determines longevity

Washing, scraping, sanding, repairs, caulking, and priming are essential before finish coats.

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