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Exterior House Painting Services

Exterior stained cabin

Moorhouse Painting specializes in professional exterior house painting services that protect and enhance your home. Our skilled, local team understands the Southwest’s unique climate and uses top-quality paints and techniques to resist fading, moisture, and wear. From preparation to finishing touches, we ensure a durable, beautiful result that restores and revitalizes your home’s exterior. Committed to excellence, our painters stay current on the latest painting techniques, providing homeowners with a lasting, high-quality paint finish that stands the test of time.

We offer a wide range of exterior house painting services to meet your specific needs. Whether you need a fresh coat of paint or pressure washing we can help you restore your home's curb appeal. Feel free to contact us via email, phone, or chat to discuss your specific requirements.

Mountain & Desert Climate Expertise

Why We Recommend Staining Over Painting in the West

The Western Climate Advantage of Stain

At Moorhouse Painting, we typically recommend staining over painting for exterior wood surfaces throughout western regions. This recommendation stems from our 25+ years of experience with the unique climate challenges in states like Utah, Arizona, California, and Colorado.

Superior Wood Protection

Stain penetrates the wood rather than creating a surface film, allowing the wood to breathe while providing essential protection. This penetrating quality is crucial in western environments where:

  • Intense UV Exposure - Higher elevations and clear skies in western states create extreme ultraviolet radiation that quickly breaks down surface coatings - Dramatic Temperature Variations - Daily temperature swings of 30-40°F force wood to expand and contract, causing paint to crack and peel - Low Humidity Conditions - Dry desert and mountain air causes wood to contract, potentially separating paint films - Snow Contact Surfaces - Horizontal surfaces with direct snow exposure perform significantly better with penetrating stains

Maintenance Benefits

Our extensive experience with mountain properties demonstrates that properly applied stains typically require less aggressive preparation for maintenance coats. When paint inevitably fails in harsh western environments, it often requires complete removal—a labor-intensive and costly process.

Natural Aesthetic Alignment

Beyond practical advantages, staining offers aesthetic benefits that naturally complement western architecture:

  • Enhanced Wood Character - Semi-transparent stains showcase the natural beauty of wood grain - Landscape Integration - Earth-toned stains harmonize with mountain and desert surroundings - Graceful Weathering - Quality stains age gracefully, developing character rather than failure points - Architectural Authenticity - Stained wood honors the traditional building materials of western architecture

Surface-Specific Approach

Our recommendations vary based on specific surfaces and exposures:

  • Vertical Siding - Typically requires staining every 3-5 years - Horizontal Decking - Needs more frequent maintenance every 2-3 years due to direct exposure - South/West Facing Surfaces - Require more frequent attention due to intense afternoon sun

For optimal protection in western environments, we recommend specialized oil-based penetrating stains formulated specifically for high-altitude and desert conditions. Our color specialists can help select the perfect stain color that enhances your property's natural beauty while providing maximum protection.

Customer Testimonials

What People Say About Us

We chose Moorhouse Painting to paint the exterior of our home, and we couldn’t be more pleased. The team was efficient, respectful, and paid attention to every detail. The finished product is stunning, and it’s clear that they take pride in their work. Highly recommend them for any exterior painting needs.

Michael

Michael

Heber City

The work was completed on time and within budget. The crew was respectful of our property and cleaned up thoroughly after each day. We’re thrilled with how our home looks!"

Sarah L

Park Meadows, Park City

The quality of the work is outstanding, and the paint has held up beautifully even through the harsh winter months in Park City. We would absolutely hire them again for future projects!

Jennifer l.

Deer Valley, Park City Utah

Start to finish, the experience was top-notch. The crew was friendly, efficient, and showed great attention to detail. They even went above and beyond to fix a few minor issues we hadn't noticed. Our home now has a fresh, modern look that we're proud of.

Tom and Emily V.

Silver Springs, Park City