7 Must-Know Inclusions in Your Painting and Weatherboard Replacement Quote in Melbourne

A Clear Guide to House Painting and Weatherboard Replacement in Melbourne

When planning an exterior renovation, most Melbourne homeowners ask the same question:
“What exactly is included in my quote?”

At Board & Brush Experts, we offer both professional painting and weatherboard replacement services — and we make sure every quote is detailed, transparent, and tailored to your home’s needs.

Below, we break down what’s included in your quote, in two main parts:

Part 1: What’s Included in Your Painting Quote

Hiring a professional painter should come with peace of mind — and that starts with a detailed quote. Here’s what we include in every house painting quote:

✅ 1. Surface Preparation

A quality paint job starts with the right prep. We include:

• Pressure washing the exterior (if needed)

• Scraping off loose or flaking paint

• Sanding all surfaces for better adhesion

• Caulking and sealing cracks, gaps, and joints

• Spot-priming bare or repaired areas

🎯 Why it matters: Proper prep ensures smooth, long-lasting paint and protects your home from future damage.

✅ 2. Paint and Materials

We only use premium products, and your quote will list:

• Brand and type of paint (e.g., Dulux Weathershield or equivalent)

• Colour(s) and finishes for walls, trims, and other surfaces

• Number of coats (usually 2 topcoats + primer if needed)

• All required materials: brushes, rollers, masking tape, drop sheets

✅ 3. Labour and Timeframe

Your quote includes a full outline of:

• Number of painters assigned

• Estimated start and finish dates

• Working hours (weekdays or weekends)

• Project milestones (prep, painting, final check)

✅ 4. Clean-Up and Final Touches

After painting, we make sure your home is left spotless:

• Removal of all protective coverings

• Touch-ups and final quality check

• Rubbish disposal (empty tins, masking, etc.)

• Exterior areas tidied (e.g., patios, driveways)

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🔍 Example – Standard Painting Quote:

Property Type: Weatherboard home, single storey
Service: Full exterior paint
Includes:

• Wash, scrape, and sand all weatherboards

• Fill gaps and spot prime

• 2 coats Dulux Weathershield (colour: Classic Cream)

• Paint windows, doors, trims, fascia

• Clean-up and disposal

Part 2: What’s Included in Your Weatherboard Replacement Quote

If your home has damaged or rotting timber boards, painting alone won’t solve the problem. We offer professional removal, replacement, and painting of weatherboards — all included in one detailed quote.

✅ 1. Inspection and Assessment

Before we begin, we assess your exterior to:

• Identify boards with rot, termite damage, or cracking

• Check for water damage or structural issues

• Recommend full or partial board replacement

✅ 2. Safe Removal of Damaged Boards

We carefully remove affected weatherboards using proper techniques to:

• Avoid damage to surrounding timber or frame

• Minimise dust and disruption

• Dispose of old timber responsibly

✅ 3. Supply and Install New Weatherboards

We supply and install matching timber boards, typically:

• Pre-primed treated pine, hardwood, or fibre cement

• Installed to match your existing profile and layout

• Boards fixed securely with nails or screws

• All joins, nails, and gaps sealed with exterior-grade filler

🛠️ Optional add-ons: Breathable membrane, flashing, corner trims (quoted separately if needed)

✅ 4. Painting of New Weatherboards

Once installed, your quote includes:

• Priming all new boards (if not pre-primed)

• Applying 2 coats of exterior paint

• Blending colour with surrounding areas

• Painting any trims or corner details

✅ 5. Final Clean-Up

We ensure your site is left clean and tidy, with:

• All waste timber removed

• Dust and debris cleaned

• Final inspection of the finished work

🔍 Example – Weatherboard Replacement Quote:

Property Type: Rear wall of weatherboard home
Service: Replace and repaint weatherboards
Includes:

• Remove 14m of rotten boards

• Supply and install pre-primed pine weatherboards

• Fill, seal, and prime joins

• 2 coats Dulux Weathershield (colour: Surfmist)

• Paint surrounding trims for consistent finish

• Clean-up and waste disposal

🏡 Why Choose Board & Brush Experts?

We specialise in exterior painting and weatherboard repairs across Melbourne. With our team, you’ll receive:

✔️ Transparent pricing
✔️ Detailed, itemised quotes
✔️ Expert workmanship
✔️ Premium products
✔️ Clean and respectful service

📞 Get Your Free, Detailed Quote Today

Don’t leave your home’s exterior to chance. Whether you’re repainting or replacing old weatherboards, we’re here to help.

👉 Contact Board & Brush Experts today for a free quote on house painting and weatherboard replacement in Melbourne.