The question at the top of many homeowners’ minds is simple: “How much will it cost to paint my aluminum siding?” At CountBricks, we answer that question every day using AI-driven voice estimating, real-time material pricing, and blueprint takeoffs that turn conversations into accurate numbers. Below you’ll find everything you need to budget, plan, and schedule your next exterior refresh without surprises.
Our 2025 residential data set shows a national average of $2.30 – $3.10 per square foot for labor and materials combined. Most three-bedroom homes land between $4,600 and $6,200. CountBricks captures market pricing live, so the figures you receive in your estimate automatically adjust for:
• Local labor rates in your ZIP code
• Current paint resin and pigment surcharges
• Scaffold or boom lift rentals driven by home height
• Seasonal demand spikes
1. Surface Prep Intensity
Aluminum chalks over time. Light power-washing is affordable, but heavy oxidation removal can add $0.40 per square foot.
2. Coating System Selection
Acrylic latex remains the residential standard, yet high-build urethane blends extend life by 5-7 years. CountBricks’ catalog updates nightly so you always see the delta between good, better, and best.
3. House Geometry
Complex gables, dormers, and architectural bump-outs increase ladder moves and masking time. Our blueprint AI quantifies every elevation change automatically.
4. Access and Site Set-Up
Tight lot lines, mature landscaping, or utilities close to the façade mean extra protection and slower production rates—factors frequently missed in manual bids.
• Primer or bonding agent at 0.25 gallons per 100 SF
• Finish coat at 1 gallon per 250 SF (two passes for even sheen)
• Masking plastic, drop cloths, and high-tack exterior tape
• Corrosion-resistant fastener replacement where needed
• Safety gear: fall arrest sets, eye and skin PPE
All material prices update in real time through CountBricks.com/services, meaning your proposal stays accurate even if raw latex prices change overnight.
Traditional estimators walk the property, jot notes, and spend hours on spreadsheets. CountBricks allows you—or your hired contractor—to speak measurements, surface conditions, and prep notes aloud. Our engine converts voice data into line-item tasks:
1. Wash & de-oxidize aluminum
2. Mask windows, doors, and fixtures
3. Sprayer application of primer
4. Fine-tip spray and back-roll first coat
5. Finish coat with sheen match
6. Final walk-through and touch-ups
Each task is matched to local productivity curves, eliminating guesswork.
• Schedule painting in shoulder seasons to avoid premium summer rates.
• Opt for pigment-rich mid-tone colors—fewer coats than deep hues.
• Combine gutter or shutter work in the same mobilization to dilute set-up fees.
• Use CountBricks bundle pricing: siding + trim + minor carpentry for up to 12 % savings.
Through CountBricks invoicing, you can split payments into:
• 30 % deposit at material order
• 50 % progress payment upon primer completion
• 20 % retention released after final inspection
Our platform generates invoices instantly, lets you pay by ACH or card, and syncs with QuickBooks for a frictionless close-out.
A recent CountBricks project on a 2,000 SF ranch in Louisville came in at $5,150:
• Labor: $3,020
• Materials: $1,480
• Equipment & disposal: $350
• Contingency reserve: $300 (unused and credited back)
This homeowner approved the quote during a single voice call, and the crew finished in four days despite two weather delays thanks to real-time scheduling notifications.
1. Book a 15-minute consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation.
2. Walk around your home while speaking measurements into your phone.
3. Receive a detailed digital proposal within 60 minutes.
4. Approve, schedule, and track every phase through the CountBricks dashboard.
Does paint void my siding warranty?
No. Modern coatings approved by CountBricks suppliers comply with major siding warranties—always confirm with your manufacturer.
How long will the finish last?
Expect 8-10 years with acrylic and up to 15 years with urethane. Our proposals include optional extended warranty pricing.
Can I DIY and use CountBricks only for material takeoff?
Absolutely. Upload your blueprint, and our AI will provide quantities, recommended spray tips, and drying-time calculators.
Whether you need a quick ballpark or a fixed-price contract, CountBricks delivers clarity. Visit CountBricks.com/services to start your estimate and see why homeowners across the country trust our data-driven approach to protect their biggest investment—their home’s exterior.
Last spring the Martin family approached CountBricks with a tight timeline: list their 1980s split-level in 30 days. The original aluminum siding was faded, chalky, and dented in spots. A full replacement quoted elsewhere at $18,000 was out of reach, so they turned to repainting.
• Home size: 1,850 SF
• Location: Suburban Charlotte
• Deadline: 4 weeks to market
• Goal: Boost appraisal, stay under $7,000
1. During a single video walk-through, our estimator captured dimensions via voice. The AI takeoff showed 2,400 SF of paintable area, 260 LF of trim, and minor fascia repairs.
2. We compared three coating systems; the Martins chose mid-tier acrylic with a 10-year warranty, cutting $940 off premium pricing.
3. Schedule compression was achieved by overlapping power-wash and material delivery, coordinated inside the CountBricks dashboard.
4. Real-time weather integration automatically shifted spray days forward, preventing costly downtime.
• Total spend: $5,890—18 % under budget
• Appraised value increase: $14,000
• Days on market: 7
• Return on investment: 138 %
• Use a modern, neutral color palette; buyers associate it with newer construction.
• Allocate 5 % of the budget to minor siding repairs—fresh paint alone won’t hide dents.
• Time your listing photos for late afternoon; new coatings look richest when the sun is low.
If you’re aiming for similar results, visit CountBricks.com/portfolio to see before-and-after images, or schedule a strategy session at CountBricks.com/consultation. Our team will show you how aluminum siding repainting can unlock instant equity while keeping cash flow intact.
