Exterior Painting right here in Lynn, Massachusetts.
Siding, trim, doors, and full-home exterior repaints across the Diamond District and Wyoma and all of Lynn — engineered to hold up to New England freeze-thaw, summer UV, and driving rain.
Exterior painting in Lynn — full prep, premium paint, no shortcuts.
Lynn packs two very different housing worlds into one coastal city — dense pre-1939 wood-frame homes and 2–4-unit buildings dominate East and West Lynn, while the National Register Diamond District along Lynn Shore Drive holds a remarkable run of grand oceanfront Victorians. The salt air off Nahant Bay is tough on exterior finishes, so shoreline homes get a spec built for it.
Homes we paint in Lynn
Each exterior era weathers differently. The Lynn housing stock runs a wide range: Dense pre-1939 wood-frame homes and small apartment buildings across East and West Lynn, with an enclave of grand coastal Victorians in the National Register Diamond District along the shoreline. We work across the Diamond District, Wyoma, The Highlands, East Lynn, West Lynn, and Sagamore Hill — adapting prep and product to each home's era and substrate rather than running every Lynn project through one process.
What our Lynn exterior process includes
- Soft-wash or pressure-wash with mildew killer to clear chalking, dirt, and biological growth.
- Scrape and sand any failing paint back to sound substrate.
- Spot-prime bare wood with oil-bonding primer; stain-block where needed.
- Caulk every joint — failing caulk is cut out and replaced with siliconized acrylic.
- Two finish coats of Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior on wood, Sherwin-Williams Duration on vinyl/composite.
Lynn-specific exterior considerations
Diamond District and shoreline Lynn homes face constant coastal salt-air and humidity that accelerates exterior finish failure — we prime for adhesion in marine conditions and specify UV- and mildew-resistant topcoats there. We schedule Lynn exteriors mid-May through mid-October when temperature and humidity support proper paint cure. Pair an exterior with our deck staining in Lynn for a coordinated outdoor refresh.
Typical Massachusetts market pricing for Lynn-area exterior painting
Exterior repaints in Lynn, MA range from $3,500 to $28,000. Home size is the biggest variable; substrate (wood, vinyl, composite, brick) and prep depth are next. The ranges below reflect typical 2025–2026 Massachusetts contractor market pricing for licensed crews doing soft-wash, scrape and sand, spot-prime bare wood, full caulking, two coats of premium paint (Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior, Sherwin-Williams Duration), and a written workmanship warranty. Lead-safe (EPA RRP) work on pre-1978 homes typically adds 10-20%. AJ Painting prices each project individually after a free on-site walk-around — these market ranges are educational, not an AJ quote.
Typical cost ranges
| Project | Lynn cost range |
|---|---|
| Small home (<1,500 sqft) | $3,500 – $6,500 |
| Medium home (1,500–2,500 sqft) | $6,500 – $12,000 |
| Large home (2,500–3,500 sqft) | $11,000 – $18,000 |
| Extra-large (3,500+ sqft) | $16,000 – $28,000 |
| Trim + doors only refresh | $2,500 – $5,500 |
What pushes the Lynn price up or down
- Substrate — wood is most prep-heavy; vinyl + composite are fastest
- Prep depth — light wash vs scrape-back-to-substrate is 30%+ difference
- Elevation count — 2-story vs 3-story adds ladder + staging time
- Brick / stucco — paintable but require specific primer + 1.5x labor
- EPA RRP (pre-1978 lead-safe) — adds 10-20%, line-itemed separately
- Color change vs same-color refresh — 1 extra coat if going dramatically different
These ranges reflect typical 2025–2026 Massachusetts contractor market pricing for Lynn and the surrounding Metro West area — not an AJ Painting quote. Every project is priced individually based on the specific home. Get a free written quote from a free on-site walk-around — see contact or call (508) 258-4325.
Answers from Lynn homeowners.
Do you paint oceanfront homes in Lynn's Diamond District?
Yes. The Diamond District's coastal Victorians take a beating from salt air and humidity off the bay. We wash and neutralize salt residue, spot-prime bare wood with a marine-grade bonding primer, and topcoat with UV- and mildew-resistant exterior paint that holds up far longer than a standard spec in shoreline conditions.
Which Lynn neighborhoods do you serve?
We paint homes throughout Lynn — the Diamond District, Wyoma, The Highlands, East Lynn, West Lynn, and Sagamore Hill, and the surrounding streets. Same crew, same spec, and the same written warranty regardless of which Lynn neighborhood you're in.
What does an exterior repaint cost in Lynn?
Cost depends on home size, substrate (wood, vinyl, composite, brick), prep needed, and elevation count. Every project starts with a free on-site walk-around and a written line-itemized quote.
How long does an exterior paint job take in Lynn?
Typical Lynn exterior repaints run 5–10 working days depending on size, weather windows, and prep depth. We commit to a written timeline before mobilizing.
How much does it cost to paint a house exterior in Lynn, MA?
Exterior repaints in Lynn run $3,500-28,000. Medium 1,500-2,500 sqft homes are $6,500-12,000; large 2,500-3,500 sqft are $11,000-18,000. Wood siding costs more than vinyl (more prep), and 3-story homes add staging time. Pre-1978 homes need EPA RRP lead-safe practices — adds 10-20%.
Why does exterior paint cost more than interior?
Exterior work has 2x the prep (pressure-wash, scrape failing paint, sand, prime bare wood, replace caulk), ladders/staging instead of step stools, and weather-window scheduling (no painting if humidity >70% or rain within 24h). Plus premium exterior paint (Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior, ~$110/gal) costs more than interior paint. Net result is typically 2-3x the per-sqft cost of interior.
How long does an exterior repaint last in Lynn, MA?
Wood siding with proper prep: 8-12 years before the next full repaint. Vinyl and composite: 10-15+ years. AJ Painting carries a written workmanship warranty — exact terms (coverage, duration, exclusions) are confirmed in writing on every signed estimate before work begins. Beyond that, normal weathering (UV fade, minor caulk maintenance) is expected — that's where touch-ups or spot-repaints make sense, not a full repaint.
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