Your home’s exterior is its first impression, and its primary defense against Minnesota’s harsh weather. Whether you’re refreshing faded siding, updating your home’s color, or protecting your investment with premium coatings, Fresh Start Paint & Clean delivers union-certified craftsmanship backed by four generations of expertise.
As Washington County’s premier exterior painting company, we handle every surface on your property with meticulous care and union-certified expertise.
We select exterior coatings specifically formulated for freeze-thaw cycles, UV exposure, and moisture resistance. Your paint job won’t peel in two years.
We select exterior coatings specifically formulated for freeze-thaw cycles, UV exposure, and moisture resistance. Your paint job won’t peel in two years.
80% of exterior painting quality comes from prep work. We don’t skip steps:
As a District Council #82 Local 61 contractor, every painter on our team meets rigorous training standards. We don’t treat exterior painting as a side hustle, it’s our family’s fourth-generation profession.
We use Sherwin-Williams Duration, Emerald, or SuperPaint exterior coatings, not big-box economy paint. These products offer:
Exterior painting requires temperatures above 50°F and low humidity. In Minnesota, that means:
Prime Season: Late April through October
Peak Demand: May, June, and September
We’re currently scheduling 2-4 weeks out for fall projects.
Spring projects protect your home before summer’s UV intensity. Fall projects seal your home before winter’s freeze-thaw cycles begin.
Brett is a fourth-generation painting contractor, carrying forward nearly a century of family expertise. Combined with District Council #82 Local 61 union certification, you’re getting Minnesota’s highest standard of workmanship.
For 16+ years, we’ve been transforming Washington County homes:
3% of every project supports our foundation helping first responders, veterans, and their families get a fresh start. When you hire us, you’re helping heroes who’ve served our community.
Brett and his team will visit your property within 24 hours if needed, assess your specific needs, and provide a detailed written estimate within 1-2 hours. You’ll get transparent pricing and honest advice from a fourth-generation painter, and no pressure.
Call or text us directly: +1-651-358-1159
Monday-Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Serving: Lake Elmo | Woodbury | Stillwater | Mahtomedi | Afton | Dellwood | Oak Park Heights | North Oaks | White Bear Lake | All of Washington County
Planning both interior and exterior work? Request a comprehensive house painting estimate that covers your entire project. We can often provide package pricing for combined interior and exterior painting projects.
Benefits of Combined Interior & Exterior Estimates:
Most Washington County homes range from $4,000 to $15,000 depending on size, surface type, and condition. Single-story ranches typically cost $4,000-$8,000, while two-story homes run $7,000-$14,000. Our exterior painting contractors provide free, detailed estimates that break down all costs. No hidden fees.
Most residential exterior painting projects take 5-10 days from start to finish, weather permitting. Smaller homes (1,500 sq ft) often complete in 4-6 days. Larger or complex homes may require 10-14 days. We provide accurate timelines in your estimate and communicate proactively if weather causes delays.
No. Quality exterior painting requires dry conditions and temperatures above 50°F. We monitor weather closely and pause work when conditions aren’t ideal. This protects your investment because paint applied in poor conditions won’t cure properly and can fail within months.
Late spring through early fall (May-October) offers the most consistent painting weather. June and September are ideal, warm enough for proper curing but not summer’s extreme heat. We book 2-4 weeks in advance during peak season, so plan ahead.
With proper preparation and premium products, expect 10-15 years from a quality exterior paint job. Cheap paint or poor prep work may fail in 3-5 years. As union-certified exterior painting contractors, we use Sherwin-Williams Duration or Emerald coatings backed by 15-25 year warranties.
Not necessarily. Since we work on the exterior, we don’t need interior access. Many homeowners go to work while we paint. We’ll coordinate with you for property access, power, and water. You’ll want to be present for the initial walk-through and final inspection.
We take extensive precautions:
We document any damage during our initial estimate visit. If we discover additional rot while prepping, we stop, show you the issue, and provide pricing before proceeding. You always approve repairs before we do them.
Yes. We can help you select colors that complement your home’s architecture, roof color, and neighborhood. We also provide sample boards so you can see how colors look on your actual siding in different lighting.
Our work is backed by a 3 year warranty covering peeling, cracking, or adhesion failure caused by application errors. Paint product warranties (15-25 years) cover fading and chalking. We stand behind our work and make things right if issues arise.
