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Exterior Painting in Centennial

Exterior Caulk Refresh - Windows and Doors, $395

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Licensed exterior painting services for Centennial and Arapahoe County. Curb appeal that lasts.

What Centennial requires

Code reference: In Centennial, Colorado, building permits for residential remodel work are governed by the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Section R105 (adopted via Centennial Municipal Code Chapter 18 – Building Regulations, per Ordinance 2023-O-06 and related adoptions of the 2021 I-Codes). §R105

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  • Exterior Caulk Refresh - Windows and Doors

    Cut out failed exterior caulk and re-caulk perimeter joints on up to 10 window/door openings, single-story ladder-accessible only: paintable exterior polyurethane/siliconized sealant, tooled joints.

    Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)

    What's included

    Cut out failed exterior caulk and re-caulk perimeter joints on up to 10 window/door openings, single-story ladder-accessible only: paintable exterior polyurethane/siliconized sealant, tooled joints. Material included. Excludes second-story or steep-access openings (quoted separately), full siding joint caulking, painting over caulk, glazing putty on old single-pane sash, and rot repair discovered during cut-out.

  • Garage Door Paint

    Paint one garage door up to 16 ft double (steel or wood): wash/degloss, spot-prime bare metal, mask trim and weatherseal, two coats exterior enamel brushed/rolled into panel profiles.

    Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)

    What's included

    Paint one garage door up to 16 ft double (steel or wood): wash/degloss, spot-prime bare metal, mask trim and weatherseal, two coats exterior enamel brushed/rolled into panel profiles. Paint included. Weather-dependent scheduling (no application below 40F or in rain). Excludes the door jamb/trim wrap (add-on), full-strip of peeling wood doors (quoted on site), opener or hardware work, and color-matched custom finishes.

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Exterior Painting Services in Centennial, Colorado

Autotelic provides professional exterior painting services throughout Centennial and the surrounding Arapahoe County area. Exterior painting across the Denver metro — siding, trim, fascia, soffits, and deck staining with professional prep, primer, and UV-resistant finish coats. Whether you're in Centennial (south Denver metro) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.

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Permits & Licensing

Permits in Centennial

Centennial building permits, inspections, and contractor license approvals are handled by the city's Building Division. Permits and contractor licenses must be applied for online through the city's Self-Service Portal, and we handle that process as part of every project. Authority: City of Centennial — Building Division.

Permit Thresholds

Centennial permit thresholds

Code reference
In Centennial, Colorado, building permits for residential remodel work are governed by the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Section R105 (adopted via Centennial Municipal Code Chapter 18 – Building Regulations, per Ordinance 2023-O-06 and related adoptions of the 2021 I-Codes).§R105
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Typically exempt work (aligning with IRC R105.2 exemptions, with local application) includes:
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One-story detached accessory structures (e.g., sheds) ≤200 sq ft.
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Fences ≤7 ft high; retaining walls ≤4 ft high (measured from bottom of footing).
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Prefabricated swimming pools <24 inches deep.
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Window awnings projecting ≤54 inches.
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Decks ≤200 sq ft, ≤30 inches above grade, and not attached to the dwelling.
Use tax (not collapsed into a single rate)
City of Centennial Use Tax of 2.5% applied to the actual cost of materials, plus Arapahoe County Use Tax of 0.25% applied to the actual cost of materials.

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with City of Centennial — Building Division.

Energy Code

Centennial energy code quick facts

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Centennial, Colorado, has adopted the 2018 IECC (with the 2021 I-Codes package) as its energy code, with no mention of Denver-specific overlays such as the Denver Green Code or Energize Denver.
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This is enforced by the City’s Building Division under Ordinance No. 2023-O-06 (adopting the referenced codes by reference, effective as part of the 2021/2023 code update package).Ord. No. 2023-O-06
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Centennial is in Climate Zone 5B.
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The code applies to alterations, additions, and remodels per IECC Chapter 5 (existing buildings), with the prescriptive requirements of Chapter 4 (or equivalent U-factor/UA paths) generally applying to new or modified portions of the thermal envelope.
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Key prescriptive requirements relevant to remodels/additions (drawn from 2018 IECC Table R402.1.2 and related sections for CZ 5; these are the base code values with no local amendments identified that alter them):
Ceiling/attic insulation
Minimum R-49 (or equivalent U-factor ≤ 0.026).
Adopting reference
2018 IECC R402.1.2 (Table R402.1.2).
Wood-frame wall insulation
R-20 cavity or R-13 cavity + R-5 continuous insulation (or equivalent U-factor ≤ 0.060).
Ord. No. 2023-O-06Source: centennialco.gov

Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with City of Centennial — Building Division.

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What exterior painting covers

Exterior painting in the Denver metro typically includes washing and prep, scraping failed coatings, priming bare substrates, caulking, and applying body and trim finish coats. Substrates may include wood siding and trim, previously coated masonry or stucco, and metal doors or frames. Commercial elevations often need lift access and tighter overspray control. A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the finish package and licensed specialty trades when carpentry repairs or other regulated work is discovered during prep. Cost is project-specific and depends on elevation count, prep condition, product system, and access.

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Front Range weather and prep

Intense sun, freeze-thaw cycles, hail, and wind-driven rain punish weak scraping, priming, and caulking. Bare wood, chalking paint, and open joints should be corrected before finish coats. Weather windows matter: coatings need appropriate temperature and dry time for the product data sheet.

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Permits, landmarks, and HOAs

Cosmetic exterior painting that does not change structure is generally treated as finish work that does not need a City and County of Denver building permit through Community Planning and Development. Confirm when painting is bundled with permitted siding or repair work. Denver Landmark Preservation reviews exterior changes on designated landmarks and historic-district properties when a building or zoning permit is required. Ask Landmark staff before exterior color changes on designated properties. HOA color approval is separate. Cities and counties license general contractors. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.

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Pre-1978 exteriors

Paid work that disturbs paint on pre-1978 housing or child-occupied facilities can trigger the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule even when no building permit is required. Buyers should ask how firm certification, renovator oversight, containment, and Renovate Right acknowledgments will be handled when the building is pre-1978.

FAQ

Common questions

How much does Exterior Caulk Refresh - Windows and Doors cost in Centennial?

$395.

How do I book?

Press Book next to the job, pick a date and a morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4) window, and pay in full. We confirm within 24 hours or refund you in full.

Do I need a Denver building permit to repaint the exterior?

Usually no for cosmetic-only exterior painting. CPD is the building-permit authority inside Denver. Confirm if the paint work is part of a larger permitted repair or siding project.

Who handles exterior painting permits and licensing?

A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the project and the licensed specialty trades required when other regulated work is included. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.

Do historic districts or HOAs control exterior colors?

They can. Landmark Preservation may be involved for designated landmarks and historic-district properties, and many HOAs require color approval before work starts.

What should an exterior painting proposal include?

Elevations in scope, prep level, coat count, product approach, protection for landscaping and adjacent surfaces, weather contingencies, and exclusions such as rot or stucco repair.

What changes for homes built before 1978?

Disturbing painted surfaces can trigger EPA RRP requirements. Ask how lead-safe practices and documentation will be handled for that address.

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Serving Centennial and Arapahoe County

We serve Centennial, CO and all surrounding Denver metro communities. Our team is based in Denver and operates throughout the Front Range, from Castle Rock to Longmont and everywhere in between. Contact us for a free estimate on your Centennial project.

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