How much does it generally cost to paint the exterior of a home?

I just need a round about figureHow much does it generally cost to paint the exterior of a home?
take the footage, measurements to a reputable paint dealer.


Check painters references really good.


Allow a little extra for touch up and boo boos.


Depends on what type of siding materials and if you have to do any prep work.


Get about five bids........


if you do it yourself it takes longer but saves money .


Labor is quicker but more expensive. usually paint X labor is usually twice cost of paint. get everything in writing and only deal with reputable workers...........How much does it generally cost to paint the exterior of a home?
measure the length by the height and figure square footage per side. Then take this figure to the paint shop to find out cost ofpaint to cover the area. triple the cost for labor and that is about what it will cost to paint.
I have a 1700 square foot asbestos sided ranch style house and have been receiving painting bids for several months. I live in the southeast US. The bids I have received have ranged from 2500.00 all the way up to 8000.00.