Prospect Heights, Illinois

Exterior Painting in Prospect Heights, IL

Bellwood Color Craft Painting provides full exterior house painting services across Prospect Heights — siding, trim, and doors that stand up to Illinois weather, starting at $349.

Starting at $349
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Exterior painting in Prospect Heights, IL starts at $349. Bellwood Color Craft Painting is a licensed, insured Illinois painting company that preps and paints home exteriors using exterior-grade paint made for Midwest weather. A standard job includes power washing, scraping loose paint, sanding, spot priming, and two topcoats on all siding, plus brushed trim and doors. We work throughout Prospect Heights and the surrounding Cook County suburbs, with most houses finished in 3 to 5 days depending on size.

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Why It Matters

Why Exterior Painting in Prospect Heights Isn't a Weekend DIY Project

Exterior paint takes a beating — sun, rain, snow, and wind all chip away at it year after year. A DIY exterior paint job usually peels before the first winter ends. Our exterior painting services page covers our full statewide approach in more depth.

Scraping Takes Forever

Old loose paint hides in every corner of the siding. Scraping it all off by hand is a full-day job for a crew, impossible for a weekend.

Wood Needs the Right Prep

Bare wood must be sanded and primed within 24 hours of scraping or it absorbs moisture and swells under the new paint.

Caulking Is Non-Negotiable

Every window and door frame needs fresh caulk. Skip it and water gets behind the paint, causing bubbles and peeling.

Weather Ruins Exterior Paint

Humidity, direct sun, or cold temperatures all mess with drying time. One bad day and the whole finish is compromised.

What's Included

Your Exterior Painting Job, Covered Start to Finish

No prep steps skipped just to start painting faster. Here's exactly what happens outside your Prospect Heights home.

Before We Paint

Power Washing Entire HomeWe blast off dirt, mildew, and loose debris from every side of the house before any scraping starts.
Scraping & SandingEvery flake of old paint gets scraped off, and rough spots are sanded flat to the wood.
Caulking Windows & DoorsAll gaps around frames get fresh exterior caulk to seal out moisture and pests.

During & After

Priming Bare WoodEvery exposed wood spot gets a coat of exterior primer before the finish color goes on.
Two Topcoats on SidingWe roll or spray two full coats of exterior-grade paint, letting each dry fully between.
Brushed Trim & DoorsAll trim, window frames, and doors get brushed by hand for a clean, finished look.
See the Difference

Before You Decide, See What a Real Exterior Paint Job Looks Like

Same house, same layout — just stripped of faded paint and recoated with a finish that looks new and lasts.

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AfterExterior walls after painting by Bellwood Color Craft Painting
Bellwood Color Craft Painting crew painting exteriors in Prospect Heights IL
Who's Actually Painting Your House

We're a licensed, insured crew based in Cook County — not a fly-by-night operation that disappears after the check clears. Exterior painting is the first thing anyone sees when they pull up to your house, so we treat it like the investment it is. We power wash, we scrape every loose bit, we prime what needs priming, and we don't paint in rain or humidity. We show up on time and we don't leave until the paint has cured enough to look right in every light.

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Start to Finish

How We Handle Exterior Painting, Step by Step

Eight steps, every house, no shortcuts taken.

1

Free Exterior Estimate

We walk around your Prospect Heights home and quote everything.

2

Power Wash

We blast all dirt, mold, and loose paint off every surface.

3

Scrape & Sand

Old peeling paint comes off, and edges get sanded smooth.

4

Caulk Gaps

Window and door frames get sealed with exterior caulk.

5

Prime Bare Wood

Any exposed wood gets a coat of exterior primer.

6

First Finish Coat

We apply the first full coat of exterior paint.

7

Second Finish Coat

After dry time, we apply the second coat for full coverage.

8

Final Walkaround

We check every side of the house with you before we leave.

Where We Work

Exterior Painting Across Prospect Heights and Cook County, IL

Bellwood Color Craft Painting handles exterior painting for homeowners, commercial properties, and remodeling projects throughout Prospect Heights and Cook County.

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HomeownersMost of our exterior work is homeowners across Prospect Heights refreshing tired siding and boosting curb appeal without a full re-siding project.
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Commercial ExteriorsWe also handle storefronts and commercial buildings — see our commercial painting services for larger-scale work.
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Cook County WideBeyond Prospect Heights, we serve homeowners and businesses across Cook County with the same prep-heavy exterior approach.
Recent Work

Exteriors We've Painted Around Prospect Heights

Clean siding, crisp trim, and doors that pop — exteriors that look new from the curb.

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What Prospect Heights Homeowners Are Saying

People across Prospect Heights have trusted their exteriors to Bellwood Color Craft Painting, and they keep recommending us to their neighbors.

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More From Us

More Ways Bellwood Color Craft Painting Helps Prospect Heights Homes

Exterior painting is just one part of what we handle for homeowners across Prospect Heights and Cook County.

Interior PaintingTake the same quality work inside your home.
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Deck & Fence StainingProtect outdoor wood with a fresh stain coat.
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Power WashingClean siding and walkways before any paint goes on.
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Commercial PaintingStorefronts and commercial buildings painted to last.
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Questions First

Exterior Painting in Prospect Heights, IL — FAQs

How much does exterior painting cost in Prospect Heights, IL?
Exterior painting in Prospect Heights starts at $349, with final pricing based on home size, siding type, and prep needed.
How long does exterior painting take?
Most houses in Prospect Heights are finished in 3 to 5 days, depending on size and weather conditions.
What type of paint do you use for exteriors?
We use exterior-grade acrylic paint built for Illinois weather — mildew-resistant and flexible enough to move with temperature changes.
Is Bellwood Color Craft Painting licensed and insured?
Yes. Bellwood Color Craft Painting is fully licensed and insured in Illinois, with a free estimate on every exterior painting job.
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