Exterior Painting throughout Shrewsbury, MA.
Siding, trim, doors, and full-home exterior repaints across near Lake Quinsigamond and Edgemere and all of Shrewsbury — engineered to hold up to New England freeze-thaw, summer UV, and driving rain.
Shrewsbury exterior repaints — caulked, primed, and built to hold.
Shrewsbury wraps Lake Quinsigamond's western shore and runs from Worcester's border out to Westborough — that geography means three distinct housing eras: triple-deckers and Victorians in the east, 1950s–60s ranches around the lake, and newer subdivisions on the west. We adapt the prep and paint spec to each.
Homes we paint in Shrewsbury
Each exterior era weathers differently. The Shrewsbury housing stock runs a wide range: Triple-deckers and Victorians near the Worcester border, 1950s–60s ranches around Lake Quinsigamond, and newer subdivisions toward the Westborough line. We work across near Lake Quinsigamond, Edgemere, downtown Shrewsbury, and the Westborough line — adapting prep and product to each home's era and substrate rather than running every Shrewsbury project through one process.
What our Shrewsbury exterior process includes
- Spot-prime bare wood with oil-bonding primer; stain-block where needed.
- Daily site cleanup — chips collected, landscaping tarped and swept.
- Soft-wash or pressure-wash with mildew killer to clear chalking, dirt, and biological growth.
- Two finish coats of Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior on wood, Sherwin-Williams Duration on vinyl/composite.
- Moisture-meter check before we prime so paint never goes over damp siding.
Shrewsbury-specific exterior considerations
Lakefront Shrewsbury homes deal with extra humidity and mildew load on exteriors — we use mildewcide-treated primer and pick paint lines (BM Aura, SW Duration) that resist regrowth. We schedule Shrewsbury exteriors mid-May through mid-October when temperature and humidity support proper paint cure. Pair an exterior with our deck staining in Shrewsbury for a coordinated outdoor refresh.
Typical Massachusetts market pricing for Shrewsbury-area exterior painting
Exterior repaints in Shrewsbury, 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 | Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury homeowners.
Do you treat for mildew on lakefront Shrewsbury exteriors?
Yes. Lake Quinsigamond's humidity feeds mildew on north-facing siding. Our prep includes a chlorine wash and we apply a mildewcide-treated primer before topcoat — both extend the finish lifespan in waterfront conditions.
Which Shrewsbury neighborhoods do you serve?
We paint homes throughout Shrewsbury — near Lake Quinsigamond, Edgemere, downtown Shrewsbury, and the Westborough line, and the surrounding streets. Same crew, same spec, and the same written warranty regardless of which Shrewsbury neighborhood you're in.
What does an exterior repaint cost in Shrewsbury?
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 Shrewsbury?
Typical Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury, MA?
Exterior repaints in Shrewsbury 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%.
How long does an exterior repaint last in Shrewsbury, 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.
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.
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