Exterior Trim Painting Cost in Tacoma, WA

What is the cost to Paint Exterior Trim in Tacoma, WA?

Knowing the exterior trim painting in Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma costs have been $110.48 to $188.68.

To breakdown that number by linear foot the averages are $4.42 to $7.54 per linear foot. This number includes the following:

1. Average labor costs per hour in Tacoma which are typical of exterior trim painting projects.
2. Materials and equipment costs necessary to paint exterior trim in Tacoma, WA, 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. Tacoma permits required for exterior trim painting projects, which may also include inspection and building fees. Please contact Tacoma city government to inquire which permits may be necessary.
2. Supply and material city sales taxes in Tacoma, 98402 area.
3. Supply and material county and state sales taxes in Pierce county, Washington.
4. Tacoma 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 Tacoma exterior trim painting projects.

Exterior Trim Painting Tacoma Projects - Cost Breakdown:

1. $81.73 to $142.68 - typical hourly labor costs seen for exterior trim painting Tacoma projects in 2014.
2. $28.75 to $46.00 - typical costs associated with Tacoma exterior trim painting projects in 2014. This figure may include solvents, cleanup supplies, masking tape and paper and surface repair material, as required.

Use these figures as rough guidelines, in order to do preliminary budgeting. We always recommend contacting several local Tacoma 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 Tacoma. Please use our “Get Estimate” button to get real free quotes from local companies.