House painting in Montgomery, AL
Montgomery covers a wide range: antebellum and early-1900s homes in Cloverdale and Old Cloverdale, mid-century brick in Dalraida and Capitol Heights, and newer construction out east toward Halcyon and Sturbridge. Central Alabama's heat and humidity are harder on exterior coatings than North Alabama's, so mildew resistance and proper washing matter as much as the paint itself.
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| Interior repaint, whole home (1,800-2,600 sq ft) | $5,000 - $9,500 |
| Interior, single room | $525 - $1,050 |
| Exterior repaint, one story | $5,400 - $10,200 |
| Exterior repaint, two story (older wood siding) | $9,500 - $19,000 |
| Cabinet refinishing (kitchen) | $3,500 - $7,500 |
| Pressure washing and mildew treatment | $350 - $900 |
Ranges are general estimates gathered from homeowner-reported quotes in the Montgomery area, not an offer or a quote for your project.
When to schedule painting in Montgomery
Montgomery summers are brutal on exterior work — surface temperatures on a south-facing wall in July exceed what most coatings can tolerate, and afternoon storms are routine. March through May and late September through early November are the practical windows. Whenever you paint, insist on a proper wash with a mildewcide; skipping it in this climate is why so many Montgomery repaints look tired in three years instead of eight.
Permits and HOA rules
Ordinary repainting does not require a City of Montgomery permit. Cloverdale-Idlewild and other locally designated historic districts have architectural review for exterior changes, so confirm before changing colors on a historic home. Pre-1978 homes — most of central Montgomery — are covered by the EPA lead RRP rule, so the crew disturbing paint should be certified.
Licensing and insurance in Alabama
Alabama requires a Home Builders Licensure Board residential remodeler license for residential jobs over $10,000, with larger and commercial work under the state general contractor board. On top of that, verify a Montgomery business license, current general liability insurance sent directly from the agency, and workers' compensation coverage.
Humidity, mildew and how long a Montgomery paint job lasts
Central Alabama humidity feeds mildew on shaded elevations, and painting over it simply seals it in. A good Montgomery exterior starts with a wash that includes a mildewcide, full drying time, then a mildew-resistant premium acrylic. That sequence is the difference between a repaint that holds eight to ten years and one that fails in three.
North-facing and tree-shaded walls almost always need more attention than the sunny front elevation, even though the front is what the estimate photo shows.
Older homes in Cloverdale and the Garden District
Wood siding, original windows and layered paint mean prep dominates the bid. Expect scraping, spot priming, glazing putty repair on old sashes, and a line item for rotted trim replacement.
Ask whether window sashes are included; on historic Montgomery homes they are frequently excluded and then added mid-project.
Areas Henry covers
Cloverdale · Old Cloverdale · Garden District · Capitol Heights · Dalraida · Halcyon · Sturbridge · Arrowhead · Pike Road
Common questions
How much does it cost to paint a house in Montgomery, AL?
One-story exteriors run about $5,400 to $10,200 and older two-story homes with wood siding $9,500 to $19,000 once prep is included. Full interiors typically land between $5,000 and $9,500.
When is the best time to paint in Montgomery?
March through May and late September through early November. Midsummer surface temperatures and afternoon storms make July and August a poor bet for exterior work.
Why does mildew keep coming back on my exterior paint?
Because it was painted over instead of removed. In Montgomery's humidity, exterior work should start with a wash containing a mildewcide, full drying, then a mildew-resistant coating — especially on shaded north-facing walls.
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