Shutter Painting in Broadview, IL
Every shutter removed, scraped, primed, and sprayed or brushed for a factory-smooth finish. We paint shutters across Broadview and the west suburbs every week. Free written estimate, and $50 off when you book online.
Get a real price, not a range
Tell us how many shutters, what material they are, and what condition the existing finish is in. We come out, measure, and put the number in writing before anything gets moved.
- ✓ Free estimate, no deposit to book
- ✓ Price locked before we open a can
- ✓ Most Broadview jobs start within the week
How much does shutter painting cost in Broadview, IL?
Shutter painting in Broadview, IL starts at $99 with Broadview True Coat Painting, a licensed and insured Illinois company that gives free written estimates. Every job includes removing shutters, scraping loose paint, priming, two coats of exterior-grade paint, and reinstallation. We paint shutters across Broadview, Maywood, Forest Park, Oak Park, Melrose Park and the rest of Cook County.
Every Shutter Painting Job We Take On in Broadview
Some people call about one pair of shutters that's peeling. Others ask for the whole house. Both are normal weeks for us. Here's the shutter work we cover, and where each one starts.
Exterior shutters
Wood and vinyl shutters, removed and painted off the house. See shutter painting.
From $99
Full house shutters
All shutters, removed, painted, and reinstalled in one booking. See exterior painting.
From $399
Wood shutters
Sanded, primed, and painted with wood-specific exterior paint. See exterior painting.
From $149
Custom shutter colors
Match existing trim or pick something new. See colour consultation.
From $49 per shutter
Commercial shutters
Storefronts and offices, scheduled after hours. See commercial exterior.
From $499Vinyl shutter painting
Specialized paint for vinyl that won't crack or peel. See siding.
Full exterior packages
Shutters plus siding and trim in one estimate. See house painting.
Prep and primer
Old paint removed, rot repaired, and primed. See primer coating.
After-hours work
Commercial properties painted off-hours. See commercial exterior.
Colour matching
Match existing trim or pick a new accent color. See colour consultation.
Shutter Painting Prices in Broadview, IL
Nobody likes calling for a price and getting a sales pitch instead. Here's where our shutter work starts. The number on your estimate depends on the number of shutters, material type, and condition, and you get that number in writing before we start.
| Shutter job | What it covers | Starts at |
|---|---|---|
| Single shutter pair | Two shutters, removed, painted, reinstalled | $99 |
| Per shutter | One shutter, scraped, primed, painted | $49 |
| Full house shutters | All shutters, removed and painted | $399 |
| Wood shutters | Sanded, primed, exterior-grade paint | $149 |
| Vinyl shutters | Vinyl-compatible paint, flexing formula | $99 |
| Trim and casings | Window and door trim to match shutters | $99 |
| Siding painting | Full exterior, shutters included | $499 |
| Brick painting | Shutters plus brick exterior | $799 |
| Commercial shutters | Storefronts and offices, after hours | $499 |
| Touch-up work | Scuffs and chips on existing shutters | $89 |
What actually moves the price up or down
- 1Number of shuttersMore shutters mean more labour and materials. A house with four pairs is a different quote than one with twelve pairs.
- 2Material typeWood shutters need more prep and primer than vinyl, which adds to the labour.
- 3Existing finish conditionPeeling or chipped shutters need scraping and sanding before any primer goes on, which adds a day.
- 4AccessibilitySecond-storey shutters need ladders or staging, which shows up in the labour line.
- 5Colour changeGoing from dark to light needs extra primer and an additional coat for full coverage.
- 6Removal and reinstallationSome shutters are easier to remove than others. Stuck or rusted hardware adds time to the job.
Want your number? Call (708) 797-7649 and describe the shutters. Most Broadview estimates take about five minutes on the phone.
Why Shutter Painting in Broadview Homes Is Harder Than a Weekend Job
Broadview's housing stock has a mix of wood and vinyl shutters that take a beating from Illinois weather. Peeling paint, cracked louvers, and faded colors are common. Painting shutters properly means removing them, not just taping around them. That's why so many DIY jobs look good for one season and fade by the next.
- ✕Peeling paint returnsPainting over peeling shutters without scraping means the new coat flakes off within months, especially on wood.
- ✕Vinyl rejects regular paintRegular exterior paint doesn't flex with vinyl. It cracks and peels as the material expands and contracts.
- ✕Louvers are hard to coverThe slats on shutters are tricky to paint evenly. Spraying or careful brushing is the only way to cover them fully.
- ✕Fading happens fastSun exposure fades cheap paint quickly. Premium exterior-grade paint with UV protection is essential for shutters.
- ✕Drips and runs showRushed shutter work leaves drips and runs on the slats. Sharp lines need a steady hand and the right paint consistency.
- ✕Hardware gets painted overTaping around hinges and hardware is slow. Removing shutters is the right way, but most DIY crews skip it.
What Comes With Every Shutter Painting Job
This is the standard package on a Broadview shutter job. None of it is an extra we mention halfway through the week.
- ✓Shutter removalEvery shutter taken down and laid out on sawhorses for proper painting.
- ✓Surface preparationScraping loose paint, sanding rough spots, and feathering old paint layers.
- ✓PrimingBare wood, sanded areas, and vinyl adhesion primer before any finish coat.
- ✓Two finish coatsSherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore or Behr exterior-grade paint.
- ✓Spray or brush finishSmooth, even coverage on every louver and edge.
- ✓Hardware cleaningHinges and hardware cleaned or replaced before reinstallation.
- ✓ReinstallationShutters put back with the hardware aligned and secured properly.
- ✓Walkthrough and fixesWe walk every shutter with you and correct anything you point at before the van loads.
Which Finish Belongs on Your Shutters
Half the calls we get about bad shutter work come down to the wrong paint type. Flat paint on exterior shutters fades quickly. Interior-grade paint on vinyl cracks in the first freeze. Here's what we put where, and why.
| Finish | Where we use it | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior satin | Wood shutters, most exterior applications | Durable, UV-resistant, hides imperfections |
| Exterior semi-gloss | High-traffic areas, front of house | Harder finish, sheds dirt and moisture |
| Vinyl-compatible | Vinyl shutters | Flexes with material, won't crack or peel |
| High gloss | Accent shutters, historic homes | Hardest finish available, shows every flaw underneath |
| Flat exterior | Rough wood or old farmhouse style | Hides bumps and imperfections |
Not sure which way to go? That's part of the free estimate, and it's also what our colour consultation covers.
What Actually Happens During a Shutter Painting Job
Most of what decides how shutters look in two years happens before any paint touches the wood or vinyl. This is the order we work in, every time.
Walk and count
We look at every shutter with you, count pairs, and write the price down.
Assess the condition
We check for peeling, cracks, rot, and hardware that needs replacement.
Remove shutters
Every shutter taken down carefully, hardware bagged and labeled by location.
Scrape and sand
Loose paint removed, edges sanded smooth, and louvers cleaned out.
Prime surfaces
Bare wood, sanded areas, and vinyl surfaces get the right primer.
Paint two coats
Sprayed or brushed, two full coats of exterior-grade paint.
Reinstall shutters
Shutters put back with clean hardware, aligned and secured properly.
Inspect and clean
Hardware checked, area cleaned, then you walk it with us.
How Long Shutter Painting Takes in a Broadview Home
The honest answer is that prep and drying time decide the schedule, not just the number of shutters. These are the timelines we quote on a typical Broadview property in reasonable condition.
| Job size | Typical time | What adds a day |
|---|---|---|
| One pair of shutters | 1–2 hours | Heavy peeling or rotten wood |
| Four pairs (whole front) | 1 day | Wood shutters needing sanding and primer |
| Full house shutters | 2 days | Multiple materials and drying time |
| Shutters plus siding | 3–5 days | Full exterior prep and painting |
| Commercial shutters | 1–2 days | After-hours scheduling and access |
Working to a deadline or a showing date? Say so when you call. We schedule around timelines regularly and we'll tell you straight if it's tight.
The Cheap Quote Versus the Job Done Properly
You will get a lower number than ours. It's worth knowing what usually gets cut to reach it, so you can compare quotes on the same terms.
What a low quote usually skips
- ✕ Painting over peeling paint without scraping
- ✕ No primer on bare wood or vinyl
- ✕ One coat, thinned, called two
- ✕ Taping around shutters instead of removing them
- ✕ Hardware painted over, not cleaned
- ✕ Interior paint on exterior shutters
- ✕ Cash job, no licence, nothing covered if a shutter gets damaged
What you get from us
- ✓ Every shutter scraped and sanded smooth
- ✓ Primer on every bare or sanded surface
- ✓ Two full coats, written into the estimate
- ✓ Shutters removed, hardware cleaned
- ✓ Hardware cleaned or replaced
- ✓ Exterior-grade paint, UV-resistant
- ✓ Licensed and insured in Illinois
What It Looks Like When You Walk Back In
Smooth louvers. Even coverage. Shutters that look like they came from the factory.
Shutter Painting for Broadview Businesses and Landlords
Roosevelt Road storefronts, office buildings, and rental units all benefit from fresh shutters. We schedule evenings and weekends so you don't lose a trading day, and we work unit by unit when a building has to stay open.
Rental turnovers often include shutter refreshes. Most units are done in a day, and we handle the removal, painting, and reinstallation while the unit is vacant. Larger jobs run through our commercial painting, commercial exterior and office exterior teams.
Shutter Painting Across Broadview and the Cook County Suburbs
We're based in Broadview, so most of our work is within a short drive: Roosevelt Road, Cermak Road, 17th Avenue and the streets around Village Square. The same crew and the same price list travel out through the west suburbs and down into the collar towns.
The People Painting Your Shutters
Wondering who's actually working on your shutters? We're a small painting company based in Broadview, licensed and insured in Illinois, working this village and the Cook County suburbs around it. The same crew comes back each day until your job is finished. You get a free written estimate, a price that doesn't move, and a phone number that reaches a person rather than a queue.
Call (708) 797-7649 and we'll have your shutter painting price in about five minutes. Book online and take $50 off.
Get my free estimateIf Something's Off, We Come Back
Not a policy buried in fine print. If a line, a spot, or a patch of sheen bothers you at the walkthrough, we fix it that day. If something shows up a week later, call and we'll come out.
Call (708) 797-7649- ✓ Written price before we start
- ✓ Licensed and insured in Illinois
- ✓ Two coats + primer, never one thinned out
- ✓ Named brand exterior paint, UV-resistant
- ✓ Shutters removed and reinstalled
- ✓ Walkthrough fixes done the same day
What Broadview Neighbours Say After the Van Pulls Away
Most of our work comes from someone down the street. Here's what homeowners said about the shutter work, the smooth finish, and how the house looked when we finished.
Other Painting Work We Handle Around Broadview, IL
Shutters are part of what we do, but the same crew covers the rest of your exterior too.
Exterior painting
Siding, brick, and porches. See exterior painting, plus siding and brick.
Interior painting
Walls, ceilings, and entire rooms. See interior painting and house painting.
Also asked for a lot: window trim, crown moulding, wainscoting, doors and trim.
Shutter Painting in Broadview, IL: Common Questions
How much does shutter painting cost in Broadview, IL?
How long does it take to paint shutters?
Do you remove shutters to paint them?
Can you paint vinyl shutters?
How many coats of paint do you apply to shutters?
Can you paint wood shutters that are peeling?
What paint brands do you use for shutters?
Do you paint shutters on commercial buildings?
How soon can you start in Broadview?
Is Broadview True Coat Painting licensed and insured?
Get Your Broadview Shutters Painted Properly This Month
Free written estimate, a price that doesn't move, licensed and insured. Book online and take $50 off.