How much do painting & staining companies typically cost?
- Austin, Texas Average$802
- Typical Range$353 - $1,228
- Low End - High End$180 - $2,500
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Kyle, TX·
Home Repairs, 5 Star Customer Service, Handyman & Honey-Do Lists
"Courteous and efficient"
Phyllis R. in December 2018
Del Valle, TX·
Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install, Cabinets - Refinish, Interior & exterior Painting , and 1 more
"Prompt, affordable, excellent attention to detail! Wonderful work ethic. Highly recommend"
Cindy T. in December 2021
Austin, TX·
Handyman, Fence Repairs
"Clayton is very user friendly and he is very good at what he does, he takes his time to do quality work, takes pride in his job, prices are reasonable and very competitive . We had a kick in door jam and after he fixed the side, i do not find anything different , just like new. Highly recommended handyman!"
David C. in October 2023
EP
Austin, TX·
Painting, Handyman
"Abel did a great job painting a high entry way and walls. Would defiantly use him again and recommend him to anyone."
Elizabeth L. in November 2020
Austin, TX·
Remodels, Hardscapes
"Great friendly service and answered my questions"
Robyn B. in June 2023
EP
Austin, TX·
DryWall Repair, Interior Painting, Exterior Painting , and 1 more
"We hired Erik to refinish and stain 2 wood front doors, install new door hardware, repaint some interior doors and repair and repaint a water damaged window ledge and another window ledge that we had accidentally broken a big chunk off about a year ago. Everything came out fantastic. They showed up on time and cleaned up well. We were very happy and will call him again. Highly recommend"
Ken V. in December 2023
LP
Pflugerville, TX·
Painting, Wall Paper Removal, Popcorn Texture Removal , and 1 more
"Lonestar did an incredible job. I would definitely recommend them. They went above and beyond to take care of making the house look incredible. Their team of people are very personable and friendly. I would definitely use them again."
Rhonda D. in October 2021
Hutto, TX·
Painting, Fence/gate repair, Carpentry , and 2 more
"Ron was very nice to work with. He called me right away and provided me with an accurate quote. On top of it he arrived early and did the work for a reasonable price and my fence is back in working condition! I will use his services again when I need a handyman!"
Crystal S. in May 2018
Hutto, TX·
Lawn Care Services, Fence Installs & Repairs
"Anthony responded promptly to my request for an estimate to remove part of a deck and seal the wood on the remaining part. He was very professional throughout the process, explaining the steps required to complete the job, and notifying me when his work schedule needed to change because of the weather. He completed the work in a timely manner and did everything he said he would do. The deck looks great. I will use this company again."
John K. in October 2023
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Costs for related projects in Austin, TX
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,630 - $3,759
- Paint a Home Interior$1,134 - $3,929
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$353 - $1,228
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$181 - $436
Frequently asked questions
Painters usually price a job by the square feet of the project. Sometimes they’ll include flat fees for fixed expenses, like overhead and permits.
We make finding a painter easy. Simple use our directory to find a painter. Here you can browse local pros, check their reviews and do your first screening without ever having to call. We’ve also prescreened all the pros for you, to give you peace of mind.
Interior painting makes for a doable DIY project. You can save some money and get a real sense of accomplishment by doing this yourself. And, with the right prep work – covering, taping and scraping – it’s fairly forgiving. But it takes a lot of time to move furniture, tape trim, prep the surface and cover your floor, let alone apply the actual paint. Instead, save yourself the time and hassle and find a local interior painter.
Leave exterior painting to the pros. Not only do you need to worry about the type and quality of the paint, you’ll also likely need a ladder and considerably more prep work. You’ll likely need additional equipment like ladders, scaffolding and possibly a paint sprayer. It’s almost cheaper to just hire a pro. Talk to a local exterior house painter about your project.
- Do your research. Understand what to expect and what to look for in a pro. Look at paint types, prices and costs.
- Interior home painting costs $1,000-$2,800
- Exterior painting costs $1,700-$4,100
- Painting a ceiling costs $150-$350
- Painting cabinets costs $350-$1,200
- Trim painting costs $500-$1,500
- Calculate paint coverage
- Call pros for site inspections and estimates. Always get three to five estimates.
- Check references, compare quotes, look at past work. After you have estimates in hand, do one final pass to compare the contractors.
- Sign a contract with the pro of your choice. You might need to make a down payment, usually 25% to 50% of the total project cost to cover material costs, but not all pros require this. Don’t pay for the entire project upfront.
- A complete inspection. Each pro takes a walk around your home to evaluate the condition of your current paint, the size of the job and any obstacles for accessing the site. They do this to see how much prep work they’ll need and estimate how long the job will take. The more thorough the inspection, the more accurate the quote.
- Color consultation. Expect each contractor to have varying color options and suggestions. However, you have the final say.
- Listen to the pro – they’re experts after all – but don’t get pushed into a color combination or finish type that you don’t want. Understand the different exterior paints or interior paint choices before your pro arrives.
- A rough estimate or complete quote. Finishing contractors vary here. Usually, they can quote straightforward projects on the spot. But some may need to take it back to their shop to run numbers and give you a detailed estimate with costs broken out. Neither method is better than the other, but just make sure to get multiple quotes.
- How long have you been in business? A long business history helps you avoid shoddy companies. It’s hard for a service business to stay in business if they don’t do good work.
- Are you licensed and insured? Not all states require a license for painting homes, but many do. Always use one that’s insured.
- Do you belong to any professional organizations? You’ll find many online, like the Painting Contractors Association or the Finishing Contractors Association?
- Do you have other work I can look at? Always check a portfolio or, in the case of painters, it’s better to look at work they did a few years ago to see how well it’s held up.
- How long will the job take? Get a rough estimate but get it in writing.
- How many people are in your crew? This is especially important if you work remotely. More people generally means more noise, but they’ll be done faster.
- Will I be in the way if I’m home during the painting? You usually won’t be in the way, but this question helps you understand what to expect while they’re working. They’ll need to lay down coverings and do a lot of prep work.
- Do you guarantee your work? Never hire a painter who doesn’t guarantee their work. This often means they’ll rush the prep work, since peeling never happens right away.
- What type of paint do you use, and how long is it rated to last? Different rooms need different paint and the exterior needs exterior paint. It comes in different grades with different guaranteed lifetimes.
- Can you supply a written estimate and contract? Never use a painter who isn’t willing to put his work in writing.
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