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Exterior Painting in Lakewood
Exterior Caulk Refresh - Windows and Doors, $395
See all 2 jobsLicensed exterior painting services for Lakewood and Jefferson County. Curb appeal that lasts.
What Lakewood requires
Code reference: Permits are generally required for residential remodel work in Lakewood, Colorado, unless the work falls under specific exemptions listed in the city’s adopted Building Code (referenced as § 105.2 in secondary sources and detailed in the official exemptions list). There are no broad valuation th § 105.2
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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 Lakewood, Colorado
Autotelic provides professional exterior painting services throughout Lakewood and the surrounding Jefferson 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 Lakewood (Jefferson County's largest city) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.
The build sequence for a Exterior Painting project
Every project starts with a feasibility study; this trade is priced from the same assemblies.
Permits & Licensing
Permits in Lakewood
Lakewood building and construction permits are issued through the Public Works Department, and contractors must be registered with the city and hold a Lakewood contractor account before pulling permits. Permitting and inspections run through the city's eTRAKiT online system. Authority: City of Lakewood — Public Works Department (Building and Construction Permits).
Permit Thresholds
Lakewood permit thresholds
- Code reference
- Permits are generally required for residential remodel work in Lakewood, Colorado, unless the work falls under specific exemptions listed in the city’s adopted Building Code (referenced as § 105.2 in secondary sources and detailed in the official exemptions list). There are no broad valuation th§ 105.2
- Code reference
- One-story detached accessory buildings (tool/storage sheds, pergolas, playhouses, etc.) ≤ 120 sq ft (commercial) or ≤ 200 sq ft (residential), with additional placement rules.
- Code reference
- Moveable cases, cabinets, counters, and partitions ≤ 5’9” high.
- Code reference
- Retaining walls ≤ 30 inches high (unless supporting surcharge or impounding flammables).
- Code reference
- Private walks/driveways ≤ 30 inches above grade (not over basement/story below, not part of accessible route).
- Code reference
- Prefabricated non-heated swimming pools < 24 inches deep without circulation system.
- Code reference
- Window awnings on Group R-3 occupancies projecting ≤ 54” from exterior wall.
- Code reference
- Roof covering repairs < 100 sq ft (unless removing mechanical/electrical equipment).
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with City of Lakewood — Public Works Department (Building and Construction Permits).
Energy Code
Lakewood energy code quick facts
- Code reference
- 2021 IECC (with Colorado Model Electric Ready and Solar Ready Code amendments required by state law HB22-1362; Lakewood has also adopted solar-ready provisions via Appendix RB).
- Code reference
- Lakewood’s adopted codes document explicitly lists the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (no major local energy-specific amendments noted beyond state-mandated additions).
- Code reference
- Climate zone is 5 (5B for the Denver-metro area).
- Code reference
- Key prescriptive requirements (from 2021 IECC Table R402.1.2 and related sections for Climate Zone 5, applicable to new construction, additions, and alterations/remodels where triggered; existing buildings and additions must comply with envelope and other provisions unless exempted):
- Ceiling/attic insulation
- R-60 (or equivalent U-factor).
- Adopting reference
- 2021 IECC Table R402.1.2 (R402.1 prescriptive requirements).
- Wood-frame wall insulation
- R-20 + R-5ci or R-13 + R-10ci (or equivalent U-factor).
- Adopting reference
- 2021 IECC Table R402.1.2.
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with City of Lakewood — Public Works Department (Building and Construction Permits).
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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 Lakewood?
$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.
Service Area
Serving Lakewood and Jefferson County
We serve Lakewood, 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 Lakewood project.
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DESIGN SERVICES
Discovery & Site Analysis
Needs + preference programming, site survey, as-built documentation, feasibility.
We walk, measure, and photograph your property — existing conditions, utilities, structure, and constraints. You get the as-built documentation and feasibility read that every later decision rests on.
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Schematic design, floor plan studies, layout options.
Your scope becomes schematic floor plans you can compare side by side — circulation, daylight, adjacencies, and what each option does to the budget. Layout decisions happen on paper, where changes are cheap.
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Design development, materials + finishes, photorealistic visualization.
The chosen concept resolves into materials, finishes, fixtures, and lighting — with the automation layer drawn in. Photorealistic renderings let you walk the space and adjust before anything is priced.
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Full CD sets, structural + MEP engineering coordination, permit-ready drawings.
Approved designs become coordinated architectural, structural, and MEP sheets — the set your jurisdiction permits from and trades build from. We submit, track, and answer review comments.
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New Construction & Custom Homes
Ground-up homes and light commercial, dirt to keys.
Ground-up residential and light commercial builds — foundations through finishes, including modular and steel construction. One accountable builder from dirt to keys.
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Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, whole-home.
Kitchens, baths, basements, pop-tops, and whole-home renovations that respect the house you already have. We handle structure, permits, and the dust.
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Shells to working spaces — retail, office, restaurant, school.
Raw shells become working spaces — showrooms, offices, restaurants, schools. Dealer-spec finishes, code compliance, and opening dates held.
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Backyard cottages, garage conversions, factory-built homes.
Backyard cottages, garage conversions, and factory-built homes — zoning, design, permits, and set. Denver’s ADU rules are a specialty, not a surprise.
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Decks, pergolas, and dining patios built for Colorado weather.
Decks, pergolas, and dining patios engineered for Colorado sun, snow, and hail — structure, shade, and drainage done right the first time.
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Smart Home Automation
Lighting, shades, climate, audio, security — one interface.
Whole-home control of lighting, shades, climate, audio, and security from a single interface — Crestron, Lutron, Savant, and Control4 designed in, not bolted on.
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Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, commercial sound.
Theaters, distributed audio, video walls, and commercial sound — designed, installed, and tuned by the same team for over 20 years.
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Custom programming — scenes and schedules that fit the space.
Every subsystem brought into one elegant interface — custom programming for homes and venues, with scenes and schedules that match how the space is actually used.
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Enterprise Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, on-prem compute.
Enterprise-grade Wi-Fi, structured cabling, racks, and on-premise compute — the backbone that makes everything else reliable, including our own Barbot platform.
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