When it comes to protecting and improving your home’s exterior, you need a team that understands Auckland’s climate and delivers a high quality finish. Qualified Painters provide top-notch exterior painting services for Auckland homes, apartments, and commercial buildings. Our house painters have years of experience working on Auckland properties.
Professional Exterior Painting in Auckland
New Zealand’s weather can be tough on a building’s exterior. From strong UV sunlight in summer to heavy rain and salt air in coastal areas, a lot is thrown at your paintwork. Qualified Painter’s exterior house painters focus on durability and weather resistance above all. We use premium-quality, outdoor-grade paints that are formulated to resist UV fading, cracking, and mould growth.
Our exterior painting process leaves nothing to chance:
- Thorough Preparation: We start by preparing every surface properly. This includes water blasting or hand-washing to remove dirt, peeling paint and alike. We scrape and sand any flaking areas, repair minor cracks or damage, and fill gaps where needed (for example, between weatherboards). Any bare wood or metal is primed to ensure perfect paint adhesion. This meticulous prep work is essential for a high-quality finish that won’t peel or blister.
- Quality Materials: Qualified Painters use top brands of exterior paint, known for their toughness in Auckland conditions. We often apply a specialist exterior primer or sealer as an undercoat, which helps the topcoat bond well and adds extra protection. We also pay attention to using the correct type of paint for each surface, as weatherboards, stucco, brick, concrete, or roofing may all require different products. Our expertise means you get the right solution for every part of your home.
- Skilled Application: Our team of exterior painters in Auckland apply paint with professional care. Depending on the surface, we use brushes, rollers, or spray equipment to get optimal coverage. We take care around edges, windows, and rooflines to keep lines clean, using masking tapes and drop sheets extensively. If multiple coats are required, we allow proper drying time between coats for a tough, even finish. The team also adheres to safety standards, working from ladders, scaffolding, or cherry pickers as needed while following all WorkSafe NZ guidelines.
- Detailing and Clean-Up: Once the main painting is done, we inspect everything closely and do touch-ups for any missed spots or uneven areas. We also repaint or refresh the small details that make a difference, e.g. gutters, fascia boards, eaves, exterior doors, and trim, so the entire exterior looks crisp and new. Finally, we clean the site thoroughly, removing any paint chips, masking tape, and coverings. You’ll be left with a beautifully painted exterior and no mess.
Residential Exterior Painting & Commercial Exterior Painting Services
We pride ourselves on versatility. No exterior painting project is too big or too small for our team. If you need a single exterior wall touched up or a full exterior repaint of a multi storey home, we have the capacity and skills to handle it. We’ve worked on everything from compact bungalows to sprawling mansions and commercial painting. Our approach is the same: detailed planning, efficient execution, and superb results. We also handle related tasks like fence painting, deck staining, and roof painting, which are often part of refreshing a property’s exterior.
For homeowners, a fresh exterior can make even an average home look like a luxury home. It’s one of the best investments to increase your home’s value and street appeal. For commercial property owners, maintaining a sharp exterior is crucial as it’s the first impression for clients or tenants. Qualified Painter services both residential and commercial exteriors, understanding the slightly different needs of each. For commercial buildings, we can work outside normal business hours or section off areas to minimise disruption to your operations. For all projects, we plan around Auckland’s weather, scheduling work during stable conditions as much as possible.
Why Choose Qualified Painters for Exterior Painting?
Choosing the right team for your exterior painting in Auckland can be the difference between a stunning, long-lasting finish or a frustrating experience. Here’s why Qualified Painters are the trusted choice for homeowners across Auckland:
- Experienced Professionals: Our painters are highly trained and experienced specifically in exterior work. We know the common issues and how to address them. We also carry the required safety certifications for working at heights, so even tricky roof trim or multi-level homes are not a problem.
- Premium Weatherproof Paints: We don’t compromise on quality. We use premium exterior paints and coatings that are proven performers in NZ’s conditions. These paints offer UV protection, flexibility, and often include mould inhibitors. Your home will not only look fresh but will also be better protected against the elements.
- Comprehensive Service: From preparation to clean-up, we handle it all. Our team will even advise if we notice other issues while prepping (like rotten wood or gutter problems) so you can address them and avoid future damage. We aim to make the entire process easy for you. Need help choosing colours? We can assist or arrange a colour consultation. Concerned about landscaping or plants near your house? We’ll cover them and ensure they’re not harmed. We treat your property with respect every step of the way.
- Efficiency and Reliability: Exterior painting can be disruptive, so we work to minimise any inconvenience. Our crew will arrive on time each day and work diligently, respecting your neighbours and keeping noise and any overspray under control. With QPaint, you won’t be left with a half-finished job or workers who vanish for days; we stick to schedule and see it through.
- Customer Satisfaction: Your satisfaction is our number one priority. We have built a strong reputation in Auckland through honest, quality service. We won’t consider the job complete until you are thrilled with the outcome. Furthermore, we offer a warranty on our exterior painting work, giving you peace of mind that if any issue arises, we’ll be back to make it right. Our many positive testimonials speak to our commitment to doing the job properly and professionally.
By choosing QPaint, you’re opting for reliability, expertise, and excellent value in exterior painting. We truly care about making your home or business look its best.
FAQs: Exterior House Painting
How often should I repaint the exterior of my house in Auckland?
In Auckland’s climate, a good exterior paint job generally lasts approximately 5 to 10 years before it needs repainting. The exact timeframe depends on factors like the quality of paint used, the amount of sun or weather exposure, and how well the surface was prepared initially. North-facing walls that get intense sun may fade sooner, and coastal homes exposed to salt air might also need more frequent painting. Using high-quality paints and doing proper maintenance can extend the life of your exterior paint. For example, if you wash your exterior annually to remove dirt and mould, and address any small flakes or cracks early, you might get closer to 10 years before a full repaint. QPaint uses premium, UV-resistant paints to ensure maximum longevity. When you notice paint looking chalky, faded, or minor peeling, that’s a sign to start planning a repaint. Regular repainting not only keeps your home looking fresh but also protects the underlying materials from weather damage.
Can you paint the exterior during winter or in damp weather?
Dry weather is ideal for exterior painting. In Auckland, the summer and early autumn months tend to be the best, as the days are warm and relatively dry, allowing paint to cure properly. Winter’s lower temperatures are fine for painting as long as the surfaces are dry and above about 10°C. Our team closely monitors the weather forecast and will schedule or pause work accordingly. We’ll never compromise the quality of your paint job by painting in inappropriate conditions. Rest assured, we plan around the weather, as it’s always worth it to ensure you get a durable finish. We keep you informed, so you’ll always know what to expect.
Do I need to do any preparation before the painters arrive for an exterior job?
For exterior painting, Qualified Painters will handle virtually all the prep work. However, there are a few small things you could do to help facilitate a smooth process:
- Trim Plants: If you have very overgrown shrubs or trees right against the house, trimming them back a bit can give us better access to the walls and also prevent leaves from touching wet paint. We can work around plants, but a little trimming is always helpful.
- Clear Exterior Attachments: Remove or retract any items attached to the house that might get in the way (for example, pull hanging baskets or pot plants a little away from walls, take down decorative flags, or detach outdoor string lights).
- Close Windows: On the start day, ensure windows are closed to avoid any paint mist entering, especially if we are spraying.
Beyond that, you don’t need to do much. We will take care of washing the house, scraping loose paint, and so on. We also make sure to protect your outdoor furniture, decks, and pathways by covering them.
What types of exterior surfaces can you paint?
We handle all common exterior building materials. This includes:
- Timber weatherboards painting: We sand back and prime bare timber spots, then paint in your chosen colour. We use stretchable, weatherproof paint that moves with the wood (to avoid cracking).
- Brick and masonry painting: We can paint brick homes or block/concrete walls using appropriate sealer and masonry paint, giving a clean, modern look while still allowing the surface to breathe.
- Plaster exterior painting: Our team fills any hairline cracks in plaster and applies high-build paints or elastomeric coatings that protect stucco surfaces from hairline cracking and water ingress.
- Metal surfaces: Got galvanised steel, Zincalume®, or wrought iron features (like fences, gutters, downpipes)? We prep and use the right metal primers and enamels to prevent rust and ensure good adhesion.
Will you repair damaged exterior wood or surfaces before painting?
Yes, basic repairs are part of our preparation process. It’s important to fix issues before painting to ensure the longevity of the paint job. Our team will:
- Scrape out any rotted wood in window sills or boards and can perform minor patch repairs with filler or epoxy wood repair products. Extensive rot may need a builder or replacement. If we find something significant, we’ll inform you so it can be addressed properly.
- Fill gaps around windows, doors, and trim with exterior-grade caulk to seal joints and make the paint finish neat.
- Replace the odd broken weatherboard or plank if it’s within our capability, or we’ll coordinate with you if a carpenter is needed for larger replacements.
- Sand down rough areas and feather edges where old paint has peeled, so the surface is smooth.
