Exterior Trim Painting Cost in Cambridge, MA

What is the cost to Paint Exterior Trim in Cambridge, MA?

Knowing the exterior trim painting in Cambridge costs is important to being able to effectively plan and budget your project. While there are general nationwide numbers available, they usually do not include local factors that may impact the final price, which may include: local hourly labor wages, materials costs, as well as productivity rates. There may be certain Cambridge permits required by local state and city laws, which can raise the total cost as well.

Our numbers show that on average in 2014 total exterior trim painting Cambridge costs have been $113.91 to $194.68.

To breakdown that number by linear foot the averages are $4.55 to $7.79 per linear foot. This number includes the following:

1. Average labor costs per hour in Cambridge which are typical of exterior trim painting projects.
2. Materials and equipment costs necessary to paint exterior trim in Cambridge, MA, as well as any applicable delivery charges.
3. Any applicable project preparation (necessary components, machinery and surface preparation) and cleanup fees.

Please note that our figures do not include:

1. Cambridge permits required for exterior trim painting projects, which may also include inspection and building fees. Please contact Cambridge city government to inquire which permits may be necessary.
2. Supply and material city sales taxes in Cambridge, 02138 area.
3. Supply and material county and state sales taxes in Middlesex county, Massachusetts.
4. Cambridge general contractor fees, if used for the project. Such fees usually add another 15% to the total. Using a general contractor is generally not required for Cambridge exterior trim painting projects.

Exterior Trim Painting Cambridge Projects - Cost Breakdown:

1. $85.16 to $148.68 - typical hourly labor costs seen for exterior trim painting Cambridge projects in 2014.
2. $28.75 to $46.00 - typical costs associated with Cambridge exterior trim painting projects in 2014. This figure may include surface repair material, cleanup supplies, solvents and masking tape and paper, as required.

Use these figures as rough guidelines, in order to do preliminary budgeting. We always recommend contacting several local Cambridge contractors that specialize in exterior trim painting projects. Getting estimates from several pros will help you get a better idea of local costs to paint exterior trim in Cambridge. Please use our “Get Estimate” button to get real free quotes from local companies.