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L&N PaintersFranklin, WI (414) 731-3654 Free estimate

Exterior house painting in Franklin, WI and nearby towns

Siding, trim, doors and garages, painted with the prep Wisconsin weather calls for. We look at what's peeling, what's cracked and what's still sound, and tell you plainly what the job needs. The estimate is free.

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Free estimates · Insured (general liability) · Text replies go out 8 am–8 pm.

What's included

Every house is different, but an exterior job typically includes:

  • Washing the surfaces first, so paint goes onto a clean surface (see pressure washing)
  • Prep matched to the age and materials of your home
  • Caulking gaps and patching where needed
  • Covering plants, walkways, windows and fixtures near the work
  • Primer on bare or repaired spots where needed
  • Two coats where needed
  • Clean-up when the job is done.

Your written quote lists what's included for your house.

How it works

  1. 01
    Show us the house. Text a photo of the siding or trim to (414) 731-3654, or use the free estimate form.
  2. 02
    Free estimate visit. We come out, look at the surfaces up close and talk through what you want.
  3. 03
    Written quote. You get the scope and the price in writing. Then it's your call.

Good to know in Wisconsin

Exterior paint runs on the weather.

  • Temperature is on the label. Every product lists its own minimum. Sherwin-Williams says some of its exterior paints can go on and cure as low as 35°F, while traditional latex paints need more warmth to cure properly.
  • Watch the overnight low. Sherwin-Williams calls it a common mistake to paint when days reach above 50°F but nights drop below 35°F. Evening dew can also get into paint that hasn't cured.
  • Dry surfaces only. Moisture is the most common cause of early paint failure on wood (Purdue Extension). After heavy rain, siding needs time to dry before paint goes on.
  • Freeze-thaw is hard on joints. Wisconsin winters freeze and thaw again and again. Caulk and paint at seams and edges take the brunt, which is why prep matters.

Most exterior painting here happens in the warmer months. You can reach out any time, and we'll tell you straight whether your project fits this season or the next.

Common questions

When is exterior painting season?

There's no fixed date. It depends on the weather and the product label. Most exterior work here happens in the warmer months. Text us any time and we'll tell you where your project fits.

Do you wash the house before painting?

Washing is typically part of the prep. If you'd also like your driveway, deck or walkways washed, see pressure washing.

Are estimates free?

Yes. You get a free estimate visit and a written quote.

Are you insured?

Yes. L&N Painters LLC is Insured (general liability).

Do you work on older homes built before 1978?

Yes. L&N Painters LLC is a certified lead company with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (certification #2939180). Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint, so we check the year and the work before we quote.

Do you offer a warranty?

1-year written workmanship warranty on every job.

Ready when the weather is?

Text us a photo of your house, or start a free estimate. Text replies go out 8 am–8 pm.

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Where we work

We're based in Franklin, WI 53132. We work in Franklin, Brookfield, Caledonia, Elm Grove, Greendale, Greenfield, Hales Corners, Menomonee Falls, Mount Pleasant, Mukwonago, Muskego, New Berlin, Oak Creek, Pewaukee, Waterford, Waukesha, Wauwatosa, Whitefish Bay and Wind Lake. Also serving: South Milwaukee, Cudahy, St. Francis, West Allis, Milwaukee, Shorewood, Vernon, Big Bend. Not on the list? Call or text (414) 731-3654 and ask.

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