Exterior House Painting

Florida's weather is hard on every home — the right exterior paint job protects yours and makes it stand out on the street.

Your home's exterior takes more punishment than most people realize. In Sarasota, you are dealing with intense UV exposure, salt air, humidity, and afternoon storms that cycle through all summer. Paint that was not applied correctly — or was applied over a surface that was not properly prepped — starts showing it fast. Fading, cracking, peeling, and mildew are not just cosmetic problems. They are signs that the surface beneath is no longer protected. A proper exterior paint job is maintenance, not just appearance.

The prep work on an exterior is where most of the time goes, and it should be. That means pressure washing the surface first, scraping any failing paint, caulking gaps around trim and windows, and priming bare areas before any finish coat is applied. We have been doing exterior painting on Sarasota homes since 2004 and the process does not change based on how big or small the job is. The same steps that protect a large two-story home apply to a smaller single-story — because the climate does not make exceptions.

When the work is finished, your home should look noticeably different from the street and be properly protected for years. We use quality materials suited for Florida's conditions and we walk the exterior with you at the end to make sure everything meets the standard. Sarasota homeowners who have hired us once tend to call us back when it is time to repaint — and that is the measure we hold ourselves to on every job.

What We Offer:

Full Exterior Repaints — Complete repaints from surface prep through final coat, including all siding, trim, soffits, and fascia.
Pressure Washing & Surface Prep — Every exterior is washed and prepped before paint is applied — no painting over dirt, mildew, or failing surfaces.
Caulking & Sealing — Gaps around windows, doors, and trim are caulked and sealed before painting to keep moisture from getting behind the surface.
Trim, Soffit & Fascia Painting — All exterior detail work painted cleanly to give the home a finished, consistent look.
Stucco Painting — Stucco surfaces properly prepped and painted with materials appropriate for Florida's humidity and heat.
Color Change Services — Full color transitions handled with proper priming so the new color covers cleanly without bleed-through.
Spot Repair & Touch-Up Painting — Targeted repainting of damaged or weathered sections when a full repaint is not needed yet.

Why Choose Shawn Christie Painting & Pressure Washing for Exterior House Painting

Florida-Specific Experience — Painting exteriors in Sarasota's climate since 2004 means we know what materials hold up, what prep steps cannot be skipped, and what conditions affect timing. That knowledge protects your investment in a way that a general painter cannot replicate.
Prep-First Approach Every Time — Surface prep determines how long an exterior paint job lasts. We do not paint over problems — we address them first. That means washing, scraping, caulking, and priming before a finish coat ever goes on.
Owner on the Job — Shawn Christie is not managing this from a distance. He is on your property, overseeing the work, and accountable for the result. That direct ownership of the outcome is what keeps our standards consistent job after job.
Honest, Accurate Estimates — You get a quote based on what the job actually requires — not a low number to win the bid that grows once work starts. If we find something during prep that affects the scope, we talk to you before proceeding.
Final Walkthrough Standard — Every exterior job ends with a walkthrough of the property together. Touch-ups, missed spots, and any concerns get handled before we pack up — not promised for a follow-up visit that may never happen.