If you have a garage just waiting for a facelift, you won’t find a better DIY job than painting it. Consider renting a paint sprayer for the day, and get ready for a transformation. The real work involves preparing the siding before painting, which depends on its condition. If the siding is just dirty, that means cleaning it with a scrub bush and garden hose or power washer. But if the siding has old chipped paint or damaged siding, you’ll have to scrape, sand and smooth the surface, and then repair any damage before painting.
To paint a typical two-car wood siding garage with a door and trim, a painting contractor will charge $1,448, which includes labor and material. A handy homeowner can do the job for $325, which covers the cost of paint, primer and renting an airless spray. That’s a 78% saving you’ll pocket by doing the work yourself….