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Jacksonville's trusted exterior painting company since 2001 — 750+ verified five-star reviews, 5,000+ completed projects, and exterior paint systems built for Florida heat, humidity, UV exposure, rain, and coastal salt air.
A New Leaf Painting provides exterior painting services for homeowners throughout Jacksonville and Northeast Florida. Since 2001, our exterior painters have completed thousands of painting projects and earned 750+ verified five-star reviews across Google, Angi, BBB, Houzz, Yelp, Facebook, and other platforms.
We prepare and paint stucco, Hardie® siding, wood siding, brick, trim, fascia, soffits, doors, shutters, garage doors, and full exterior repaint systems using proper prep, detailed repairs, premium coatings, and a process built for Florida heat, humidity, UV exposure, rain, and coastal salt air. Call (904) 615-6599.
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A New Leaf Painting serves homeowners throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding Northeast Florida communities — including Mandarin, San Marco, Riverside, Avondale, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee, Fleming Island, Orange Park, St. Johns, and St. Augustine. From our Jacksonville headquarters at 11246 Distribution Ave E, our crews work within roughly a 45-minute radius, covering coastal and inland communities alike.
If you're searching for an exterior painter near you, here's what makes us worth considering: local crews led by a dedicated crew leader, free itemized estimates with specific products and prep scope written into the proposal, fixed-price contracts, and a written Iron-Clad Guarantee on every project. We're not the cheapest. We're the contractor 750+ Northeast Florida families have trusted with the largest investment they own.
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Your home's exterior paint does more than improve curb appeal — it's the primary barrier between Jacksonville's climate and the structure of your home. When that paint fails early, moisture gets in, wood rots, stucco cracks deepen, and repair costs climb fast.
A New Leaf Painting has protected and refreshed over 5,000 homes across Northeast Florida since 2001. Our licensed and insured exterior crews handle every surface — stucco, wood siding, Hardie® plank, brick, and trim — using premium Sherwin-Williams® and Benjamin Moore® coating systems selected for the substrate, exposure, and project scope.
From whole-home repaints to targeted stucco crack repair and coastal elastomeric coatings, our exterior crews handle every surface on your home's exterior. For complete product specifications, prep protocols, and pricing details, visit our full exterior painting service page.
When Jacksonville homeowners search "exterior painters near me," they often see both terms used interchangeably — but an individual exterior painter and a professional exterior painting company aren't the same thing. The distinction matters most for full-home repaints, stucco-heavy projects, HOA-managed communities, coastal properties, and any home with wood rot, mildew, caulk failure, or moisture intrusion.
For a small fence panel or a single accent wall, a painter may be the right call. For a full exterior repaint, a stucco home, an HOA-managed community, a coastal property, or any home with mildew, peeling, wood rot, or caulk failure, hiring a true exterior painting company provides homeowners more structure, protection, and accountability — and a finished result built to hold up in Jacksonville's climate.
Searching "exterior painters near me" returns dozens of contractors. Most look fine on the surface. Here are the eight things that separate a serious exterior painter from a low-bid operator. Use these questions before choosing an exterior painting company.
Look beyond a single review platform. A trustworthy exterior painter near you will have hundreds of reviews across Google, Angi, BBB, Houzz, and Facebook — with consistent recent activity, not a wall of reviews from five years ago.
Request current certificates of general liability and workers' compensation insurance — not a screenshot, the actual COI. If they hesitate, walk away. An uninsured crew injured on your property can become your liability.
A real proposal lists the exact paint product (brand, line, sheen), coat count, prep scope, and warranty in writing. A "we'll paint your house for $X" verbal quote leaves too much undefined — you're agreeing to whatever the painter decides on the day.
Prep is most of an exterior job's longevity. Ask: Will you pressure wash with pH-balanced cleaners? Will you caulk every joint? Sand and prime bare wood? Address stucco cracks? If prep is vague or missing, the finish is unlikely to hold up.
Painting over hairline stucco cracks or rotted wood typically leads to early paint failure. A serious exterior painter near you will identify these issues during the estimate and quote them as part of the project — not surprise you mid-job with a change order.
Generic terms like "premium paint" or "top-of-the-line" mean little on their own. The estimate should name the line: Sherwin-Williams® Emerald, Duration, Loxon® XP, Benjamin Moore® Aura, Regal, or whatever's specified. Florida's climate isn't kind to budget paint — the product matters as much as the prep.
A professional exterior crew masks windows, doors, fixtures, lighting, pavers, pool cages, and landscaping before a drop of paint goes down. Ask specifically how they protect your pool deck, AC units, and shrubs — the answer tells you a lot.
A verbal warranty is hard to enforce. The contractor's guarantee should be printed, signed, and specify the coverage period and what it covers. A New Leaf Painting backs every exterior project with our written Iron-Clad Guarantee.
When you compare exterior painters near you against these eight points, the right contractor becomes clear very quickly.
Jacksonville's climate is one of the most demanding environments for exterior coatings in the country. UV radiation, high humidity during cure, coastal salt air, and summer storm moisture work against every exterior surface in Northeast Florida. Low-prep paint jobs using lower-grade products can fail much sooner in Jacksonville's climate. We don't guess on products or prep — we specify both based on your home's surface, substrate, and exact location.
We use premium Sherwin-Williams® and Benjamin Moore® coating systems — selected for the surface, exposure, and project scope. Products include Loxon® XP, Emerald, Emerald Rain Refresh, Duration, Aura, Regal, and other project-appropriate coatings. Combined with our preparation standard (pH-balanced pressure washing, full caulking, stucco remediation, proper dry-time management), this is what separates a finish that holds up from one that fails early. Actual lifespan depends on surface condition, sun exposure, moisture, coastal salt air, color choice, product selection, and maintenance.
Northeast Florida's climate creates specific exterior painting problems that most homeowners in the region eventually face. Recognizing them early — and choosing a contractor who knows how to address each one — is the difference between a finish that holds up and one that fails within a few years.
Jacksonville's intense year-round sun breaks down lower-quality paint binders and pigments. Deep colors and south-facing elevations fade fastest. UV-stabilized premium coatings hold color significantly longer.
A powdery white residue on exterior walls is a sign the paint binder is breaking down from UV exposure. Pressure washing alone won't fix it — the failed coating needs to be properly prepped and recoated with a product built for Florida sun.
North-facing walls, areas under tree cover, and any surface that stays damp grow mildew quickly in Florida's humidity. The right exterior system includes mildewcide additives and proper pH-balanced washing as part of prep.
Jacksonville's stucco homes develop hairline cracks as the substrate expands and contracts seasonally. Painting over cracks without repair allows moisture in, which forces the new paint off. Crack injection and elastomeric sealing are the correct fix.
Florida humidity and storm moisture rot wood faster than most homeowners expect. Soft fascia, peeling soffit paint, and crumbling window trim need to be repaired or replaced before painting — not covered up.
Paint peels when the surface wasn't properly cleaned, when moisture was trapped underneath, or when an incompatible product was applied over an existing finish. Diagnosing the cause matters more than just repainting.
Within 10 miles of the Atlantic, salt particles attack paint and substrates aggressively. Coastal homes need elastomeric barrier systems — not standard exterior paint — for the finish to hold up over time.
Old, cracked, or missing caulk is one of the most common entry points for moisture intrusion in Florida homes. Full re-caulking is part of every proper exterior repaint — not an optional add-on.
Sawgrass, Eagle Harbor, Nocatee, Julington Creek Plantation, Deerwood, and OakLeaf Plantation all enforce strict color standards. The wrong submission can delay your project by weeks. We handle the documentation and architectural review process directly.
Real homes, real neighborhoods, real local crews. A snapshot of the kind of exterior projects A New Leaf Painting handles regularly for Jacksonville-area homeowners.
Wood siding repair, trim repairs, pressure washing, caulking, primer, and exterior repaint system for a Jacksonville home exposed to heat, humidity, and shaded moisture. Coatings selected for the substrate and exposure.
Stucco crack repair, Loxon® XP or elastomeric coating system, trim repairs, and premium exterior finish for a Clay County home. Full caulking and dry-time management for Florida humidity.
Pressure washing, salt-air surface preparation, caulking, stucco repair, and exterior coatings selected for coastal exposure. Elastomeric barrier applied as standard for homes within 10 miles of the Atlantic.
Want to see recent work in your neighborhood? Call us at (904) 615-6599 — we'll show you projects in your specific area.
We paint the exteriors of homes Jacksonville families are proud of — from HOA-governed master-planned communities in St. Johns County to salt-exposed estates on the coast. We know the neighborhoods, the substrates, and the standards.
Luxury coastal properties where salt air calls for elastomeric coatings and HOA color compliance is strictly enforced. We know the standards, the approval process, and the substrates.
Northeast Florida's fastest-growing master-planned communities. Stucco, Hardie® plank, and masonry exteriors — each requiring different prep protocols and product specifications.
Riverfront and golf course estates where humidity management and proper elastomeric sealing on stucco surfaces help finishes hold up significantly longer.
Executive gated communities with large custom home exteriors and significant square footage. Our crews complete full exterior repaints here regularly — clean, fast, and on schedule.
One of Jacksonville's premier family communities. Established stucco and wood-frame homes where proper crack remediation before painting is critical to a lasting finish.
Coastal barrier island estates where wind-driven rain, aggressive salt exposure, and strict aesthetic standards call for the most durable exterior coating systems available.
A large master-planned community with active HOAs. Our crews work here regularly with fast turnaround, full HOA documentation, and consistent quality on every exterior project.
High-value beach-adjacent homes where salt air corrosion is constant. We apply elastomeric barrier coatings on coastal exterior projects as standard — not an upgrade.
"A New Leaf Painting did a complete exterior repaint on our home in Ponte Vedra. The crew was professional, arrived on time every day, and the prep work was more thorough than any painter we've ever hired. The finish is beautiful and we passed our HOA review without any issues."
"We had significant stucco cracking on our home's exterior. Thomas Drake came out personally for the estimate, explained exactly what needed to be done and why, and the crew executed it perfectly. Years later, still looks like the day they finished. Worth every penny."
"Our beach house had serious salt air damage on the exterior — peeling, staining, and deteriorating wood trim. A New Leaf handled everything from pressure washing to carpentry repair to the final coat. The whole experience was seamless. No mess, no surprises, just a great result."
"I've used A New Leaf Painting twice now for exterior projects — once in Nocatee and once on a rental property in Mandarin. Both times: on time, on budget, excellent communication, and a finish that holds up. They're the only exterior painting company I'll call."
You're inviting a crew to work on your home. These aren't just credentials — they're part of why 750+ Northeast Florida families have trusted us with their most valuable asset. We show up on time, maintain a clean job site, and provide daily updates from a dedicated crew leader on every project.
From our Jacksonville headquarters, our exterior painting crews serve the full Northeast Florida region — typically within a 45-minute radius. Coastal, inland, HOA, non-HOA — we cover your area.
Click your community to learn more about our exterior painting services in your area. We specialize in Florida-built exterior coatings for salt-exposed and high-humidity zones, serving the ZIP code clusters of 32223, 32226, 32250, 32259, 32082, 32003, and 32081. If your home is within 10 miles of the coast, our elastomeric systems provide the defense your substrate needs.
Not sure if we serve your neighborhood? Call us at (904) 615-6599 — we're happy to confirm.
Look beyond a single review platform and check verified reviews across Google, Angi, BBB, Houzz, and Facebook. Confirm the painter is fully licensed and insured, request a written itemized estimate that names the exact paint product, sheen, coat count, and prep scope, and confirm they handle stucco crack repair and wood rot remediation as part of the project. A written warranty is non-negotiable. A New Leaf Painting meets all of these criteria with 750+ verified reviews and our written Iron-Clad Guarantee.
A full exterior repaint for a standard Jacksonville home typically starts around $2,995 and scales based on square footage, surface type, stucco condition, number of stories, and prep work required. Homes with significant stucco remediation or two-story elevations typically run higher. Every A New Leaf estimate is fully itemized — exact product, sheen, coat count, and prep scope — so you know exactly what you're getting. See our full exterior painting cost guide.
A full exterior repaint on an average Jacksonville home — 2,000 to 3,000 square feet — typically takes three to five days from pressure washing through final coat. Larger homes or those requiring significant stucco remediation may take five to seven days. We give you a clear written timeline before we start and communicate any adjustments as the project progresses.
With proper surface preparation and premium coatings, many Jacksonville homes can achieve a significantly longer repaint cycle than low-prep jobs using builder-grade paint. Actual lifespan depends on surface condition, sun exposure, moisture, coastal salt air, color choice, product selection, and maintenance. The difference is most often in the preparation and product selection — not the coat count.
A New Leaf Painting uses premium Sherwin-Williams® and Benjamin Moore® coating systems selected for the surface, exposure, and project scope — including products such as Loxon® XP, Emerald, Emerald Rain Refresh, Duration, Aura, Regal, and other project-appropriate coatings. Each is engineered for Florida's specific climate challenges — UV-stabilized resins, mildewcide additives, and flexibility to resist cracking as stucco and wood expand and contract seasonally. On coastal properties, we apply elastomeric barrier coatings as an additional protective layer.
Yes. Painting over stucco cracks without proper remediation typically leads to early paint failure as moisture enters the cracks and forces paint off the surface. A New Leaf performs crack injection and applies high-build elastomeric sealant on cracked or compromised stucco before painting. It's part of our standard exterior process, not an upsell. Learn more about our stucco repair service.
Spring — March through May — is generally the optimal window for exterior painting in Jacksonville. Temperatures are moderate, humidity is lower than summer, and the afternoon storm cycle hasn't peaked. By summer, heat and humidity can affect paint adhesion and dry times. Our crews use moisture meters and Florida-specific coatings to complete exterior projects year-round. Spring scheduling fills fast — book early to secure your spot before summer.
Yes. We work regularly in Jacksonville's HOA-governed communities — Sawgrass, Eagle Harbor, Nocatee, Julington Creek Plantation, Deerwood, Bartram Park, and OakLeaf Plantation among others. Our crews are familiar with gate access procedures and HOA approval processes. We provide the technical color documentation needed for architectural review committees and can assist with HOA color palette selection if needed.
Yes — always. Every estimate from A New Leaf Painting is free, no-obligation, and includes a fully itemized written proposal with exact product names, sheens, coat count, prep scope, and timeline. Thomas Drake, the owner, conducts many estimates personally. Request your free estimate here or call (904) 615-6599.
Yes on all three. A New Leaf Painting is fully licensed and insured with $5M+ in coverage. Every crew member undergoes a background check. We are Google Guaranteed, BBB A+ Accredited, and EPA Lead-Safe Certified. You can hire us with confidence that your home and family are protected throughout the project.
We serve the entire First Coast and Northeast Florida including Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, World Golf Village, Nocatee, Fleming Island, Orange Park, Mandarin, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove, Middleburg, OakLeaf Plantation, and St. Johns. If you're searching for exterior painters near you on the First Coast, we're in your area. See all service areas.
