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What to expect when hiring painters in Strathfield South
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
How to choose a good painter in Strathfield South
Strathfield South 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 7 reviews. Of the 873 rated painters within 15 km of Strathfield South, 184 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
- 4.82
- typical reviews
- 7
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
79% of painters here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 7 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Burwood Heights724 painters7 typical reviews | 4.83 | 724 | 7 |
| Enfield South723 painters7 typical reviews | 4.83 | 723 | 7 |
| Enfield723 painters7 typical reviews | 4.83 | 723 | 7 |
| Belfield715 painters7 typical reviews | 4.83 | 715 | 7 |
| Strathfield886 painters7 typical reviews | 4.82 | 886 | 7 |
| Strathfield South873 painters7 typical reviews | 4.82 | 873 | 7 |
What painting should cost in Strathfield South
Painting in Strathfield South usually runs $1,429 – $2,866 for interior painting, and $5,297 – $9,818 for exterior painting.
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.
Heritage Controls
Strathfield South has significant heritage presence. Exterior renovations on heritage-listed properties often need council heritage approval — approved colour palettes, materials, and profiles may be enforced. Check before starting.
Seasonal Rainfall
Strathfield South gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for exterior painting work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
Cooler Months Give Better Results
Summers in Strathfield South are warm enough to affect exterior painting work — materials can dry or cure too quickly on the hottest days. Your tradie will plan their work around the temperature — prep and shade-side work in the heat, application when conditions are right.
Best time of year for exterior painting in Strathfield South
Ideal months: September to February and April to May.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
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.
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- 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.
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- Valid state contractor licence or registration displayed on quotes and advertising (where applicable)
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
- Master Painters Australia or HIA membership
- White Card (construction induction)
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