Budget Tips

In early 2025, we completed an exterior repaint on a two-storey home in Cambridge—power washing, full prep, and two coats of Sherwin-Williams Emerald on the street-facing sides. Partway through, a change order was needed for siding repairs we couldn't see until prep began. Here's the full scope, both quote options we offered, and the final cost of $4,761.

Wondering what it costs to paint the exterior of your home in Kitchener-Waterloo? Prices range from $3,500 for a small bungalow refresh to $20,000+ for large homes with extensive prep work. In this guide, we break down 2026 pricing by home size and project type, explain what drives costs up or down, and show you exactly what to look for when comparing quotes.

You may be tempted by the price tag on cheaper paint—but in our 15+ years of painting homes across Kitchener-Waterloo, cheap paint has never once impressed us. Here's what it actually costs you, where it matters most, and the paints we personally trust on every job.