Professional exterior painting in Seattle. expert prep, premium paints, and lasting results. Protect your home from PNW weather with a 10-year workmanship warranty.
A quality exterior paint job does more than refresh your home’s appearance. It is a critical layer of protection against the Pacific Northwest’s relentless moisture, UV exposure, and temperature swings. Paint is your siding’s first line of defense, and when it fails, water finds its way in, causing rot, mildew, and expensive structural damage.
K Single Corp has been painting homes across King, Snohomish, and Pierce County since 2007. We understand what it takes to make exterior paint last in Western Washington, and it starts with obsessive prep work, premium products, and experienced crews who know how to handle PNW conditions.
You can apply the best paint in the world, but if the surface underneath isn’t properly prepared, the paint will fail within a few years. In the Pacific Northwest, where moisture is a constant, surface preparation is even more critical than in drier climates.
Our prep process includes:
Pressure Washing. Every surface gets a thorough wash to remove dirt, pollen, cobwebs, mildew, and loose paint. We use appropriate pressure levels for each surface, lower pressure for wood siding, higher for concrete and masonry. All mildew is treated with professional-grade solutions before painting.
Scraping and Sanding. Any peeling, cracking, or flaking paint is scraped back to a sound surface. We sand rough edges and transition areas so the new paint lays flat and adheres properly. On older homes in neighborhoods like Burien, White Center, and Tukwila, we often find multiple layers of old paint that need significant prep.
Wood Repair. Rotted trim, window sills, fascia boards, and siding sections are repaired or replaced before painting. Painting over rot is pointless. The paint will fail quickly and the rot will continue spreading. We use quality wood fillers for minor damage and replace boards when the damage is too extensive to patch.
Caulking. Every gap, joint, and seam is caulked with premium, paintable exterior caulk. This seals the building envelope against water intrusion and air leaks. We pay particular attention to window and door trim, corner boards, and siding-to-trim transitions, which are the most common entry points for moisture.
Priming. All bare wood, repaired areas, and stain-prone surfaces (knots, tannin bleed) are primed with appropriate primers. We use stain-blocking primers where needed to prevent tannin bleed-through from cedar and redwood, a common issue on PNW homes.
We exclusively use premium paints from Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore. These aren’t marketing claims. Premium paints contain more resin (the binder that makes paint stick), more pigment (for better coverage and color retention), and advanced additives for mildew resistance and flexibility.
Sherwin-Williams Duration. Our most-used exterior product. Duration offers exceptional adhesion, excellent hide in fewer coats, and outstanding mildew resistance. Its advanced resin technology allows the paint film to flex with the wood as it expands and contracts through temperature and moisture cycles. This is critical in the PNW where wood substrates move significantly between wet and dry seasons.
Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior. A premium option with Color Lock technology for excellent fade resistance. Aura can be applied at lower temperatures (down to 35 degrees F), extending our painting season in the shoulder months. Its self-priming formula also reduces the number of coats needed on previously painted surfaces.
We apply two coats of finish paint on all surfaces as standard practice. Some contractors cut corners with one coat. We do not. Two coats provide the proper film thickness for long-term durability and consistent color.
Free Estimate. We inspect your home’s exterior, assess the condition of existing paint and surfaces, identify any repair needs, and discuss color options. You’ll receive a detailed, itemized estimate.
Prep Work. Pressure washing, scraping, sanding, wood repair, caulking, and priming. This phase typically takes 40-60% of the total project time, and it’s time well spent.
Masking and Protection. We mask windows, doors, hardware, and lighting fixtures. We cover landscaping, walkways, and driveways with drop cloths to protect against drips and overspray.
Paint Application. We use a combination of brush, roller, and spray application depending on the surface. Brushwork for trim and detail areas ensures proper adhesion in corners and edges. Siding is typically sprayed and back-brushed for the best combination of even coverage and adhesion.
Detail Work. Window frames, door frames, fascia, soffits, and architectural trim all receive careful attention. These details are what separate a professional paint job from a DIY attempt.
Cleanup and Walkthrough. We remove all masking, clean up the site, and walk you through the completed project. We point out any areas of concern and activate your 10-year workmanship warranty.
To get the most life out of your exterior paint in the PNW:
We paint homes throughout King County, Snohomish County, and Pierce County, from Seattle and Bellevue to Kirkland, Renton, Burien, Federal Way, Tacoma, Everett, Lynnwood, and every community in between.
Call K Single Corp at (206) 659-4349 for a free exterior painting estimate.
A paint job is only as good as the prep work underneath. We pressure wash, scrape, sand, prime bare wood, caulk gaps, and repair damaged trim before any paint goes on. That's how a paint job lasts 10+ years instead of 3.
We use Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore exterior paints formulated for high-moisture climates. Combined with proper surface preparation, your home's exterior will look fresh and protected for years.
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Real work on real homes across the Puget Sound.
Lakewood
Lead paint assessment, full scrape and sand, prime all surfaces, two coats premium exterior latex, repaint windows, shutters, front door, and detached garage.
Renton
Pressure wash, scrape and sand peeling areas, prime bare wood, two coats Sherwin-Williams Duration in Iron Ore (body), Snowbound (trim), repaint fascia, soffit, and garage door.
From first call to final walkthrough. Here's how we work.
We inspect your roof, discuss your needs, and provide a detailed, no-obligation estimate, typically within 48 hours.
You receive a clear, itemized quote with material options, timeline, and warranty details. No hidden costs.
Our experienced crew handles your project with care: quality materials, clean worksite, and daily progress updates.
We walk the completed project with you, ensure everything meets our standards, and activate your 10-year workmanship warranty.
We offer payment plans to fit your budget. Ask about financing options during your free estimate.
Most PNW homes need exterior painting every 7-10 years, though this varies by siding material and sun exposure. South-facing and west-facing walls fade and wear faster than shaded surfaces. Homes with wood siding may need painting every 5-7 years. Fiber cement siding with factory-applied finishes (like Hardie ColorPlus) can go 15+ years. The biggest factors are paint quality, prep work, and how much direct weather exposure each surface gets.
The ideal window for exterior painting in the Greater Seattle Area is May through October, when temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees and rain is less frequent. We need at least 2-3 consecutive dry days for proper application and curing. That said, we monitor forecasts closely and can work during dry spells in the shoulder months. November through March is generally too wet and cold for reliable exterior painting.
Exterior painting costs for a typical single-family home range from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on the home's size, number of stories, siding material, condition, and the amount of prep work needed. Homes requiring extensive scraping, wood repair, or caulking will cost more. We provide detailed, itemized estimates that break down labor, materials, and any repair work so you know exactly what you're paying for.
Prep work is the most important factor in how long your paint job will last. It is more important than the paint itself. Proper prep includes pressure washing to remove dirt and mildew, scraping loose and peeling paint, sanding rough surfaces, caulking gaps and joints, priming bare wood and repairs, and replacing any rotted trim or siding. We spend 50-60% of the total project time on prep because it directly determines how well the paint adheres and how long it lasts.
We use premium exterior paints from Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore, specifically their top-tier product lines designed for the Pacific Northwest climate. Sherwin-Williams Duration and SuperPaint, and Benjamin Moore Aura and Regal Select are our go-to products. These paints offer superior adhesion, flexibility, mildew resistance, and color retention compared to budget paints. The cost difference between premium and economy paint is minimal compared to the labor cost, so we always recommend the best.
Yes. A complete exterior paint job includes all painted surfaces: siding, trim, fascia, soffits, window frames, door frames, eaves, and any other architectural details. We can also paint or stain decks, fences, and outbuildings as part of the project or as standalone work. If you only need trim or fascia painted, we're happy to do targeted work as well.
No, and you should never paint over mildew or mold. Paint applied over mildew will peel and fail quickly because mildew prevents proper adhesion. Our prep process includes thorough pressure washing with mildew-killing solutions to ensure every surface is clean and sound before painting begins. The PNW climate promotes mildew growth, especially on north-facing walls and shaded areas, so this step is critical for every project.
We can offer guidance on color combinations that work well with your home's architecture, roofing, and landscaping. We also recommend testing colors on your actual exterior. Paint looks very different on a small swatch card versus a large wall surface, and PNW overcast light affects color perception compared to sunny climates. We can apply test patches of your top color choices so you can see them in real conditions before committing.
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