Painting Job Guide
Find a Painter for Exterior House Painting
Exterior painting can be a simple recoat or a larger project requiring prep, repairs and access equipment, all of which affect the job scope.
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Pricing guide
The main cost drivers are the extent of preparation and repairs, the quality or type of paint system chosen, and how hard the surfaces are to access. Specialist coatings, structural repairs or hired access equipment are usually priced separately and often add to the overall project scope and schedule. Timing and site conditions can also influence final quotes and scheduling.
Extent of preparation and repairs
Extensive stripping, timber repair or widespread patching typically increases labour and may require subcontracted carpentry.
Paint system and finish quality
Higher-spec paints, extra coats or specialist primers usually require more materials and additional labour time.
Access and elevated work
Work on high or awkward areas often needs slower, safer methods and extra setup time for platforms or harnesses.
Scaffolding or equipment hire
Scaffolding, elevated work platforms or specialist equipment are commonly charged separately as fixed items.
Property size and number of coats
Larger properties or jobs needing multiple coats increase total materials and time required for completion.
Estimated range
$2,519 – $6,013
Default scope: 3 rooms
What moves this estimate
- Extent of preparation and repairs: Extensive stripping, timber repair or widespread patching typically increases labour and may require subcontracted carpentry.
- Paint system and finish quality: Higher-spec paints, extra coats or specialist primers usually require more materials and additional labour time.
- Access and elevated work: Work on high or awkward areas often needs slower, safer methods and extra setup time for platforms or harnesses.
- Scaffolding or equipment hire: Scaffolding, elevated work platforms or specialist equipment are commonly charged separately as fixed items.
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