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What to expect when hiring painters in The Gulf
Where painters near The Gulf are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where painters near The Gulf are based
3 painters are based in The Gulf and 26 within 75 km, the most in Towallum, Jackadgery and Kangaroo Creek.
- based in The Gulf
- 3
- within 75 km
- 26
Painters based in each suburb
- None listed yet
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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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- Arding
- Armidale
- Bakers Creek
- Bellingen
- Boambee East
- Bonville
- Brockley
- Brooklana
- Brushy Creek
- Carrs Creek
- Chaelundi
- Dumbudgery
- Glen Innes
- Glenreagh
- Kremnos
- Lower Southgate
- Matheson
- Metz
- Moleville Creek
- Moonee Beach
- Mount Mitchell
- Nambucca Heads
- New Valley
- North Boambee Valley
- Punchbowl
- South Grafton
- The Pinnacles
- Toormina
- Upper Orara
- Uralla
- Urunga
- Wards Mistake
How to choose a good painter in The Gulf
The Gulf 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 12 reviews. Of the 28 rated painters within 75 km of The Gulf, 7 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
- 4.97
- typical reviews
- 12
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
86% of painters here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 12 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Moggs Swamp22 painters19 typical reviews | 4.99 | 22 | 19 |
| Wards Mistake20 painters20 typical reviews | 4.99 | 20 | 20 |
| The Gulf28 painters12 typical reviews | 4.97 | 28 | 12 |
| Glen Nevis30 painters10 typical reviews | 4.91 | 30 | 10 |
| Marengo40 painters12 typical reviews | 4.83 | 40 | 12 |
| Chaelundi53 painters8 typical reviews | 4.81 | 53 | 8 |
What painting should cost in The Gulf
Painting in The Gulf 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.
Seasonal Rainfall
The Gulf gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for exterior painting work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
Severe Frost Conditions
The Gulf gets heavy frost — it's the main reason exterior finishes and coatings break down here. Freeze-thaw rated products are essential, and exterior painting work should be strictly limited to the warmer months.
Best time of year for exterior painting in The Gulf
Ideal months: February to March.
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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Painting licensing in New South Wales
Painting work may require registration in New South Wales. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- 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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