Understanding exterior painting cost helps Ottawa homeowners budget accurately and compare contractor quotes. This guide provides detailed, Ottawa-specific pricing data, covering material costs, labour rates, scope variations, and local factors that influence total project cost. Ottawa's climate conditions, building codes, and contractor market create pricing dynamics specific to the local market.
Exterior painting protects your home and refreshes curb appeal.
A typical bungalow (1,000 to 1,500 sq ft): $3,000 to $5,000. Two-storey home (1,500 to 2,500 sq ft): $4,500 to $8,000. Large home (2,500+ sq ft): $7,000 to $12,000. Per square foot of paintable surface: $3 to $6. These prices include power washing, scraping, priming where needed, two coats of qualit...
Individual components have specific pricing.
Trim and fascia painting: $1,000 to $3,000. Deck staining: $3 to $6 per square foot ($900 to $1,800 for a typical 300 sq ft deck). Fence staining: $3 to $5 per square foot. Front door painting: $150 to $300. Garage door painting: $200 to $400. Shutters: $50 to $100 each. Soffit painting: $2 to $4 pe...
Ottawa's climate creates specific requirements for exterior painting.
The exterior painting season in Ottawa runs from mid-May through September, when temperatures consistently stay above 10 degrees Celsius. Paint needs temperatures above 10 degrees for proper curing. Humidity levels also affect adhesion. Quality exterior paint rated for Canadian climates is essential...
Comparing interior and exterior painting helps with budget planning.
Interior painting costs $2 to $4 per square foot of wall space, or $300 to $600 per room. A full interior paint job for a typical home costs $3,000 to $8,000. Interior painting can be done year-round in Ottawa. Exterior painting is seasonal and weather-dependent, making scheduling less flexible but ...
Bungalow: $3,000 to $5,000. Two-storey: $4,500 to $8,000. Large home: $7,000 to $12,000. Per sq ft of surface: $3 to $6.
Quality exterior paint lasts 5 to 8 years in Ottawa's climate. Premium paints may last up to 10 years. Ottawa's extreme temperature swings shorten paint life compared to milder regions.
Mid-May through September when temperatures are consistently above 10°C and humidity is moderate. June and September are ideal months.
Deck staining costs $3 to $6 per sq ft. A typical 300 sq ft deck costs $900 to $1,800 including cleaning and preparation.
Stain is generally preferred for decks as it penetrates the wood and allows moisture to escape. Paint sits on the surface and can peel, especially with Ottawa's freeze-thaw cycles.