If you’re looking to sell or rent out your residential or commercial property, or you just want to enjoy where you live more, it might be time to hire a painter.
A professional paint job is a great way to improve the internal or external look and feel of a property. It also adds instant street appeal and increases its value.
But how much does it cost to professionally paint your home? And are there any hidden costs you should be aware of?
Let’s explore how much it’ll REALLY cost to have your property professionally painted.
How Much Does it Cost to Paint a House?
We understand that painting your home or business is a significant investment. Perhaps you’ve been putting it off because you’re unsure about the price tag or the extent of work needed.
Without a full understanding of your property’s size, it is difficult to price your painting requirements. But to give you an idea of the general price ranges for internal and external house painting, we’ll let you know the approximate prices for painting a 3-bedroom house, a 4-bedroom house and a small flat or unit.
The following estimates can vary significantly based on numerous factors, including paint quality, preparation work, time frame for completion and specific property conditions like access to the property or height of ceilings.
Interior House Painting Cost
Interior house painting costs generally range from:
- $4000 to $10000 for an average three-bedroom house
- $6000 to $12000 for a four-bedroom house
- $2500 to $5000 for a small flat or unit
Exterior House Painting Cost
For exterior house painting, costs typically range from:
- $5000 to $12000 for an average three-bedroom house
- $7000 to $15000 for a four-bedroom house
- $3000 to $6000 for a small flat or unit
Commercial Painting Cost
Commercial properties come in all different shapes and sizes and typically require a more detailed understanding of your needs to give you a firm quote.
As costs for commercial painting can vary widely, it’s best to get in touch and request a quote. We’ll be happy to chat, learn more about your commercial painting project and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
Factors That Affect Painting Costs
Several factors can influence the final cost of your residential or commercial painting project, including the:
- size and height of the property
- condition of existing surfaces
- amount of prep work required
- quality of paints required
- quality of brushes and other materials used
- accessibility (e.g. multi-storey homes may require scaffolding)
- complexity of the job (e.g. detailed trim work)
- timeframe in which the job needs to be completed (how many painters are needed).
Quality of Materials
Using high-quality paints and materials can increase the initial quote but often results in a longer-lasting finish. Premium paints may cost 20-30% more but can extend the life of your paint job by several years.
If you have kids, it’s worth paying a little more to have your interior painted with washable paint because it’s just a matter of time before you’ll be wiping crayons or fingerprints off the wall.
Colour Selection Assistance
Choosing the right colours for your home can be daunting. That’s why we offer colour consultation services to help you select the perfect palette for your property. Our experienced team can provide advice on current trends, colour psychology and what works best for different architectural styles.
The Cost of NOT Hiring a Professional Painter
Sure, you may want to save a few dollars and handle the painting yourself or find someone cheap off Airtasker, but you could end up regretting this decision and having to go back to the drawing board, which could cost you more in the long run.
Beware of contractors offering to paint your entire house for under $3000. There’s always a catch – many aren’t properly insured, use low-quality materials, or cut corners on preparation.
We’ve heard numerous horror stories over the years from homeowners who hired subpar contractors, thinking they were getting a great deal. Instead, they ended up with peeling paint, uneven finishes or damage to their property just a few years later.
Here are the cons of not hiring a professional painter:
- The job may never get started.
- The job may never be finished.
- The materials used could ruin the professional look of the painting.
- The finished job might look shoddy, patchy or incomplete.
- The surfaces might not be prepared properly, which causes the whole job to need redoing much sooner.
- They may not choose current paint colours.
- They may not protect your furniture or flooring.
- They may not clean up after themselves.
- They may have hidden costs.
- They may not be insured.
- They may not offer a guarantee for their workmanship.
How to Ensure You’re Hiring Qualified Painters
Painting is a job worth doing right the first time. Here are 13 reasons why you should hire a fully qualified, professional painter:
- Thorough surface preparation.
- High-quality, long-lasting paints.
- Proper techniques for different surfaces.
- Attention to detail in finishing.
- Clean and tidy work practices.
- Proper licensing and insurance.
- Membership in professional associations like the Master Painters Association.
- Lots of positive reviews and testimonials from previous clients
- Awards for high-quality work.
- Colour choice assistance.
- Offering a detailed written quote.
- Clear communication and professionalism.
- Workmanship (or workwomanship) guarantee!
Why Choose Women at Work Painters?
At Women at Work Painting, we tick all these boxes and more. With over 20 years of experience, we’re experts in both residential and commercial painting throughout Melbourne.
You can rest assured we know how to meet and exceed expectations. We’re members of the Master Painters Association and recipients of multiple Excellence in Painting Awards. Our team uses only top-quality paints and materials, ensuring a finish that not only looks great but also stands the test of time. We back our work with a solid guarantee so you can relax knowing your investment is protected.
Get a Free, No-Obligation Quote
If you want to know exactly how much your painting project will cost, then get in touch.
We offer a free, no-obligation quote so you can make an informed decision about your property, which is likely your biggest investment. Let us help you keep it looking fresh, beautiful and well-maintained or prepare it for sale so you can get a top price.
Contact Women at Work Painters to arrange a free quote. Call us on 1300 200 700 or use our online form to get in touch.
