"They did a great job and didnt stop until the job was completed. They mean it when they say satisfaction guaranteed!"
Naveen Reddy
Exterior Painting in Fairfax-McLean
Your Exterior Painting Project, From Consultation to Completion
Fairfax County's mix of brick-front colonials, cedar trim, and vinyl-sided townhomes each calls for a different exterior approach.
We inspect your home's exterior siding, trim, fascia, and eaves, identify wood rot or surface damage, discuss exterior paint color options, and provide a detailed estimate.
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Inspection & Estimate. We inspect your home's exterior siding, trim, fascia, and eaves, identify wood rot or surface damage, discuss exterior paint color options, and provide a detailed estimate.
Our exterior painting crew power-washes, scrapes, caulks gaps, primes bare surfaces, and applies premium UV-resistant exterior coatings built for Fairfax-McLean's intense sun and climate.
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Prep & Paint. Our exterior painting crew power-washes, scrapes, caulks gaps, primes bare surfaces, and applies premium UV-resistant exterior coatings built for Fairfax-McLean's intense sun and climate.
We inspect all painted exterior surfaces together, touch up any areas that need attention, and leave your Fairfax-McLean property spotless with boosted curb appeal.
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Final Inspection & Clean-Up. We inspect all painted exterior surfaces together, touch up any areas that need attention, and leave your Fairfax-McLean property spotless with boosted curb appeal.
Number of Territories
400+
Number of Paint Jobs
40,000+
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Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"The team worked together and coordinated efforts throughout the job. They insured quality and care was taken Throughout…"
Terri Darley
"We used That 1 Painter for the first time this week and we will ALWAYS use them in the future! The service was prompt, c…"
Art A
"I cant say enough great things about this painting team! They were so communicative and kind throughout the entire proce…"
Nikki Francis
"They did a great job and didnt stop until the job was completed. They mean it when they say satisfaction guaranteed!"
Naveen Reddy
"The team worked together and coordinated efforts throughout the job. They insured quality and care was taken Throughout…"
Terri Darley
"We used That 1 Painter for the first time this week and we will ALWAYS use them in the future! The service was prompt, c…"
Art A
"I cant say enough great things about this painting team! They were so communicative and kind throughout the entire proce…"
Nikki Francis
"After researching 3 companies, we are very satisfied and happy with our choice! The crew completed the entire main level…"
Gigi Grimm
"Great communication, job done very well with a very short punch list afterwards. Their clean up was not as thorough as e…"
Holly M.
"My seller client recently hired That 1 Painter Company and couldnt be more impressed. Their attention to detail and prof…"
Kendell Simpson (KBS_DMVREALTOR)
What Exterior Painting Costs in Fairfax-McLean (2026)
152%
Average pre-sale ROI
HomeLight, 2023
5%
Maximum home value increase
Consumer Reports
7%
More that high curb-appeal homes sell for
NAR
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Exterior Painting Across Fairfax and McLean
An exterior repaint across Fairfax and McLean is a humidity, ice, and freeze-thaw job. Homes across McLean, Vienna, Great Falls, and Oakton take intense DC-area humidity, winter ice storms, and freeze-thaw whiplash where dew point regularly shuts down a spray day. Crews build the schedule around the multi-day forecast so primer and finish coats cure to spec, and the exterior season effectively runs April through October. Our field notes on long-lasting exterior paint apply directly here.
Most of the housing stock repainted here is painted brick and painted-wood clapboard on McLean and Vienna colonials, cedar shingle and stone on Great Falls custom estates, and HardiePlank or stucco on newer Tysons-area infill. Crews cut, spot-prime, and seal every window and penetration before topcoat, and rot-prone bottom courses from ice-dam damage and heavy tree cover are cut back and rebuilt where needed. A full pressure wash is scoped as day one.
Color trends across McLean, Vienna, and Oakton have leaned into warm whites, sandy greiges, and deep charcoal, sage, or navy trim. Great Falls custom homes carry more layered heritage palettes with heavier trim contrast. Real drawdowns are staged in full sun and full shade on the actual elevation before final color is locked.
Our 3-Year Warranty
Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.
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Exterior Painting FAQs in Fairfax-McLean
In most Fairfax County communities, yes, exterior colors usually need HOA sign-off. We can paint to the approved scheme and help with color samples for the application.
Yes, brick is painted with breathable masonry-grade coatings over proper cleaning and priming so it bonds and lasts; we assess the brick's condition at the estimate.
Exterior Painting Resources
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Best Exterior Paint Colors for Fairfax-McLean Homes
The right exterior color can boost curb appeal and protect against Virginia UV exposure.
Read More →When Should You Repaint Your Home's Exterior?
Most Fairfax-McLean homes need repainting every 5–7 years due to intense sun and seasonal storms.
Read More →Exterior Paint vs. Stain: Which Is Better?
Paint offers better UV protection and color retention, while stain works best on natural wood surfaces.
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