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Painting Cedar Park homes from the 2000s building boom
Cedar Park grew fast. The town had 125 people in 1970 and more than 26,000 by 2000, according to the Texas State Historical Association. By the 2020 census it was home to 77,595 people. Most of that growth became houses. Census data puts the median Cedar Park home at about 2006, and roughly 2 in 5 homes here were built between 2000 and 2009.
That shapes the work we do as painters in Cedar Park. Many of those homes still have builder paint, builder cabinets, and cedar fences that have never been stained. After 15 to 20 Texas summers, that first coat is chalky and faded. The fence is gray. The kitchen looks dated next to newer homes down the street.
Medrano's Painting has painted Central Texas homes since 2014. Owner Antonio Medrano is on the job, and our Google reviews mention clean work and attention to detail again and again. When you are ready, request a free estimate.
Interior painting in Cedar Park
Inside, many Cedar Park homes still have the builder's first coat of paint. Builders often use flat paint because it is cheap and hides flaws. It also scuffs and marks easily. After 15 or more years of kids, pets, and moving day, the halls and family rooms show it.
For interior painting in Cedar Park, we patch nail holes and hairline cracks, then switch busy rooms to a finish you can wipe clean. We paint walls, ceilings, trim, and doors. The city does not require a permit to paint inside, and HOAs do not usually review inside colors, so we can start as soon as you pick them.
Fence staining in Cedar Park
Many Cedar Park homes from the 2000s still have their first cedar fence, and many of those fences have never been stained. Sun turns bare cedar gray. Sprinkler spray adds white mineral spots from the city's hard water.
Our fence staining work starts with a wash to remove dirt, mildew, and loose gray fibers. Then we let the wood dry and apply the stain. Fall and winter are good seasons for it, since cooler days help the stain soak in. Staining an existing fence needs no city permit. If your HOA sets fence colors, send us the approved list and we will match it. We stain decks too.
What Cedar Park's weather, water, and ground do to paint
Long hot summers
Cedar Park's hot season runs from about June 2 to September 19, with August highs near 94 degrees. July averages about 25 muggy days. Strong sun and heat break down paint on south- and west-facing walls first. That is why exterior painting and fence and deck staining top the list for most Cedar Park homes. Spring and fall are the best seasons for outdoor work here. May is the wettest month, so we plan around rain then.
Hard water from Lake Travis
The city gets its drinking water from Lake Travis. The 2025 water quality report lists hardness at 183 milligrams per liter. The USGS calls anything over 180 "very hard." When sprinkler spray dries on brick, stone, siding, or a fence, it leaves white mineral spots. Paint and stain do not grip well over that film. So on most Cedar Park jobs, pressure washing comes first, then repairs, then paint.
Thin clay over limestone
Cedar Park was once a stone town. Limestone for building was a major local product from the 1890s until about 1970. Much of the city still sits on limestone with a thin layer of clay soil on top. That clay shrinks in dry spells and swells after rain, so homes can shift a little each year. You may see hairline cracks above doors and windows or along ceiling seams. We fix those with drywall repair and texture matching before we paint, so the cracks do not show through the new coat. If a crack keeps growing or a door starts to stick, have the foundation checked first.
Rules to know before you paint in Cedar Park
City permits
The City of Cedar Park does not require a building permit for house painting, cabinets, or wallpaper. Fences do not need a permit either, but they must follow the city fence ordinance. Remodels that move or remove interior walls do need a permit. If you are unsure, call Cedar Park Development Services at 512-401-5100.
HOA color approval
Many Cedar Park neighborhoods have an HOA. The city may not need a permit, but your HOA may need to sign off. Here is one real example. Westside at Buttercup Creek lists repainting as a change that needs Modifications Committee approval before work starts. The committee returns a decision within 30 days. Small paint touch-ups do not need approval.
We can give you the paint brand, color names, and a list of where each color goes, so your request is complete the first time. Plan your start date around the HOA timeline.
Water and storm drain rules
Cedar Park's water rules say a pressure washer nozzle can use no more than 3.5 gallons per minute and must have a working trigger shut-off. In Stage 5, the strictest drought stage, cosmetic pressure washing is not allowed at all. The city also warns that storm drains flow straight to local creeks and lakes. We keep paint chips, rinse water from brushes, and cleaners out of the street drains.
Other services Cedar Park homeowners ask for
- Cabinet painting: Many 2000s kitchens still have their first stained cabinets. Painting them is a faster refresh than a full remodel.
- Wood rot repair: We replace soft fascia, soffit, and trim boards before an exterior repaint, so the new paint has solid wood under it.
- Popcorn ceiling removal: About 6,800 Cedar Park homes date to the 1980s and 1990s. Only about 1 in 20 was built before 1980. In those older homes, we recommend an asbestos test before anyone scrapes the ceiling.
- Wallpaper removal: We strip old paper, repair the wall, and prime it for paint.
- Epoxy floor coating: A coated garage floor resists stains and is easy to clean.
Cedar Park neighborhoods we serve
We work across Cedar Park's 78613 ZIP code and the neighborhoods around it, including:
- Buttercup Creek, one of the city's older areas near US-183 and Lakeline, with mature trees
- Westside at Buttercup Creek and Westside Preserve on the west side of town
- Twin Creeks, a golf course community with most homes built from 2002 to 2007
- Ranch at Brushy Creek, on the east side of town, east of Parmer Lane and north of Brushy Creek Road
- Anderson Mill West, with homes from the late 1980s to the early 2000s
- Cypress Creek, Silverado, Walsh Trails, Forest Oaks, Park Place, Carriage Hills, and Lakeline Oaks
If you live near the H-E-B Center, Lakeline Mall, or along Whitestone Boulevard (RM 1431), we can get to you. We reach Cedar Park from our East Austin shop by way of US-183, about 20 miles by road.
We also paint in nearby Leander and Round Rock.
Why Cedar Park homeowners call Medrano's Painting
- The owner is on site. Antonio Medrano runs the work, and reviewers name him often.
- Clean jobs. Cleanliness and attention to detail are two of the top themes in our Google reviews.
- Quick quotes. Reviewers also mention how fast they got a quote.
- Rated 4.9 stars from 86 Google reviews.
- Licensed and insured, and a Latino-owned business.
- Open 7 days, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., so you can reach us after work.
What painting costs in Cedar Park
Every home is different, so we price each job after a free on-site estimate. These things change the price the most:
- Home size and stories. Two-story homes need more ladder and lift work.
- Prep. Mineral spots, peeling paint, and caulk gaps all take time to fix.
- Repairs. Rotted trim or drywall cracks add to the job.
- Color changes. Going from dark to light often needs an extra coat.
Call (512) 789-4240 or get a free estimate in Cedar Park today.
