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Areas in Murray
Painters based across the areas of Murray.
Where the painters are
55painters
Painters in Albury
21 based here · Area
Painters in Lower Murray
17 based here · Area
Painters in Upper Murray
17 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring painters in Murray
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
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How to choose a good painter in Murray
Murray has plenty of well-reviewed painters to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most painters here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical painter has 5 reviews. Of the 34 rated painters based in Murray, 6 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.75
- typical reviews
- 5
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
79% of painters here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 5 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Murray compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Murray10 rated painters6 typical reviews | 4.93 | 10 | 6 |
| Lower Murray13 rated painters16 typical reviews | 4.77 | 13 | 16 |
| All Murray34 rated painters5 typical reviews | 4.75 | 34 | 5 |
| Albury11 rated painters4 typical reviews | 4.56 | 11 | 4 |
What painting costs
Across Australia, painting typically runs $1,429 – $2,866 for interior painting, and $5,297 – $9,818 for exterior painting.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Murray. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a painter.
Seasonal Temperature Extremes
Most of Murray gets big seasonal temperature swings — materials need to cope with summer heat and cool winter nights. Flexible, versatile products handle these conditions best.
Frost and Exterior Finishes
Most of Murray has regular frost through winter — this is one of the main reasons exterior finishes break down here. Scheduling outside the frost months and using freeze-thaw rated products makes a big difference.
Elevated Termite Risk
Termite risk is elevated in most of Murray. If your job involves timber or ground contact, discuss termite management with your tradie. Regular inspections are recommended.
What's in a good Painting quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each painter's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Surface prep
Filling, sanding, priming and washing, where the quality lives.
- 02Paint brand and coats
The exact product, and how many coats. Standard is two.
- 03Room-by-room scope
Walls, ceilings, skirting, doors and windows, all named.
- 04Exclusions
What's not included, like powder-coated windows or plaster repairs.
- 05Insurance and licence
Public liability and the painter's licence or ABN.
- 06GST-inclusive total
One figure with GST, as Australian Consumer Law requires.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do painters need a licence in NSW?
Painters need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.
Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST.
The painter needs no licence to paint only inside your home. A job that includes other building work can need one.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (painting)
- Regulator
- Building Commission NSW
Sources: nsw.gov.au. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
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