Lake Forest Painting Services

Lake Forest estate painting typically ranges from $8,000 to $30,000 or more depending on the property's size, age, and architectural complexity. Century-old homes near Market Square often require extensive preparation including wood consolidation and multi-layer paint removal. We provide thorough on-site assessments with transparent, detailed proposals.

Many Lake Forest homes built in the late 1800s and early 1900s have accumulated 15 or more paint layers over the decades. We carefully evaluate adhesion at each layer, remove failing coats to sound substrate using hand-scraping and chemical stripping, then apply bonding primers formulated specifically for multi-coat situations.

Lake Forest's signature Shingle Style homes require specialized staining rather than painting. We use premium semi-transparent or solid stains like Cabot or Benjamin Moore Arborcoat that penetrate cedar shingles while providing UV and moisture protection. Product selection depends on the shingles' current condition and your desired appearance.

Yes, we have experience with Lake Forest's most distinguished properties, including homes on the National Register. Our approach prioritizes preservation—hand-scraping instead of power washing, chemical stripping for delicate millwork, and period-appropriate color palettes researched from historical records and architectural guides.

Original corbels, brackets, balusters, and ornate trim on Lake Forest estates are often irreplaceable. Our crews use hand tools for preparation, never aggressive power methods on delicate historic millwork. We photograph all details before work begins and perform careful chemical stripping where needed to preserve every architectural element.