How much does it cost to paint a unit or house?
* My price range is $2000 - $30,000
* Minimum Job Size of $2,000 for first time clients.
( This would translate to painting all surfaces of a plain bedroom-sized room - ceiling, walls and trim - and includes Labour, Materials & GST.)
* No minimum job size for past clients.
* Minimum Job Size of $2,000 for first time clients.
( This would translate to painting all surfaces of a plain bedroom-sized room - ceiling, walls and trim - and includes Labour, Materials & GST.)
* No minimum job size for past clients.
Most low prices you will see online (and many that you are quoted) include a SINGLE COAT only to walls, ceilings and trim. This voids all manufacturers warranties (and looks crummy, and doesn't last very long). But, hey, it's fast and cheap! So unfortunately many people fall for this trick.
My quotes always include DOUBLE COATS to ceilings and walls and TRIPLE COATS to doors, windows skirting (1 primer and two top coats).
Why do I do this?
1. Manufacturers will only warranty their products if two coats are applied.
2. Single coats ALWAYS leave tiny pin hole 'misses'.
3. Single coats ALWAYS leave a thinner more transparent line around the wall where the brush has been but roller can't reach. These lines are called 'hat bands' or 'picture frames'.
4. Existing trim (doors, windows, skirting, picture rails) is often painted in oil paint. For modern (and non smelly) water based enamels to stick to the old oil based paint, a really good primer must be applied first.
5. Trim often gets bumped over time. So it needs a two solid top coats OVER the primer, to build up thickness and strength.
In short my method LOOKS BETTER and LASTS LONGER.
How to get an interior painting expert to paint YOUR interior walls, ceilings and trim.
So, with that in mind ..... to get a realistic price to paint your home I need to visit it, take measurements, and examine the surfaces and condition. All HOUSES have quirks that I need to know and be ready for.
Most MODERN APARTMENTS AND UNITS I’ve found from a painting point of view, are pretty similar. (By modern I mean, aluminium windows, flat doors, no picture rails etc.)
So I am able to give an ‘estimate’ sight unseen for 2 and 3 bedroom units. After visiting I can give you the usual fixed written quote.
How much does it cost to paint a modern 2 bedroom unit? (Estimate)
$6k to $10k – usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to complete
How much does it cost to paint a modern 3 bedroom unit? (Estimate)
$9k to $14k – usually takes 4 to 5 weeks to complete
How much does it cost to paint
- A free standing house interior, whether historic or modern?
- Individual rooms?
- Repairs (Cracks, Peeling and Mould)?
This is much harder to answer, because there is so much variation, so a phone discussion followed by a visit is needed.
These price ranges are for work that give you the best in protection, preparation and painting. And the work is carried out by ME. You can decide by looking at my website and meeting me if you feel comfortable handing over your front door key for several weeks.
You WILL find cheaper prices than mine. I can guarantee that.
But only you can decide if these cheap guys are trust-worthy.
How to get an interior painting expert to paint YOUR interior walls, ceilings and trim.
My quotes always include DOUBLE COATS to ceilings and walls and TRIPLE COATS to doors, windows skirting (1 primer and two top coats).
Why do I do this?
1. Manufacturers will only warranty their products if two coats are applied.
2. Single coats ALWAYS leave tiny pin hole 'misses'.
3. Single coats ALWAYS leave a thinner more transparent line around the wall where the brush has been but roller can't reach. These lines are called 'hat bands' or 'picture frames'.
4. Existing trim (doors, windows, skirting, picture rails) is often painted in oil paint. For modern (and non smelly) water based enamels to stick to the old oil based paint, a really good primer must be applied first.
5. Trim often gets bumped over time. So it needs a two solid top coats OVER the primer, to build up thickness and strength.
In short my method LOOKS BETTER and LASTS LONGER.
How to get an interior painting expert to paint YOUR interior walls, ceilings and trim.
So, with that in mind ..... to get a realistic price to paint your home I need to visit it, take measurements, and examine the surfaces and condition. All HOUSES have quirks that I need to know and be ready for.
Most MODERN APARTMENTS AND UNITS I’ve found from a painting point of view, are pretty similar. (By modern I mean, aluminium windows, flat doors, no picture rails etc.)
So I am able to give an ‘estimate’ sight unseen for 2 and 3 bedroom units. After visiting I can give you the usual fixed written quote.
How much does it cost to paint a modern 2 bedroom unit? (Estimate)
$6k to $10k – usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to complete
How much does it cost to paint a modern 3 bedroom unit? (Estimate)
$9k to $14k – usually takes 4 to 5 weeks to complete
How much does it cost to paint
- A free standing house interior, whether historic or modern?
- Individual rooms?
- Repairs (Cracks, Peeling and Mould)?
This is much harder to answer, because there is so much variation, so a phone discussion followed by a visit is needed.
These price ranges are for work that give you the best in protection, preparation and painting. And the work is carried out by ME. You can decide by looking at my website and meeting me if you feel comfortable handing over your front door key for several weeks.
You WILL find cheaper prices than mine. I can guarantee that.
But only you can decide if these cheap guys are trust-worthy.
How to get an interior painting expert to paint YOUR interior walls, ceilings and trim.
Cheap painters
A lot of people get 3 painting quotes and choose the middle cost thinking each quote covers the exact same work and only differs in price. This is not the case. If a quote is any more than 10% cheaper it is for DIFFERENT WORK. That is why you often get such big differences in quoted price.
More on the dangers of cheap quotes here.
A lady I know had one painting quote (that included major crack repairs) for $3,000 and another for the same job for $12,000. Now clearly the two painters were approaching the job VERY differently. (Full disclosure - The lady went with Mr 3K then called me a few months later because the cracks had failed almost immediately. And yes, I was Mr 12k.)
So, the key when establishing your painting cost is to make sure you are comparing exactly the same WORK. Insist on clarification of the tasks and processes that each painter is quoting on. And most importantly insist on knowing and comparing how much TIME will be spent on your project. Then you can make an informed decision.
More on the dangers of cheap quotes here.
A lady I know had one painting quote (that included major crack repairs) for $3,000 and another for the same job for $12,000. Now clearly the two painters were approaching the job VERY differently. (Full disclosure - The lady went with Mr 3K then called me a few months later because the cracks had failed almost immediately. And yes, I was Mr 12k.)
So, the key when establishing your painting cost is to make sure you are comparing exactly the same WORK. Insist on clarification of the tasks and processes that each painter is quoting on. And most importantly insist on knowing and comparing how much TIME will be spent on your project. Then you can make an informed decision.
Other painting costs
LOWEST PRICE!!! - If you are looking for the lowest painting cost (for say, a rental or upcoming house sale), I'm not the man for you. If you are looking for the best experience and workmanship, and realise that costs a little more, we should talk.
SMALL PAINTING JOBS - For anything less than a full room it is best to call a handyman such as Hire a Hubby or Airtasker. They usually charge $50 to $90 an hour.
PAINTING SEVERAL ROOMS - I may be able to give you an over the phone estimate cost. Otherwise a visit is recommended.
CRACKS, MOULD, PEELING PAINT - AS PART OF A PAINTING JOB - Quite variable. I'll need to see, measure, and touch!
INSURANCE QUOTES - $100 (Refundable on completion of work)
MOSMAN PRICES (or Cremorne Prices or North Shore Prices) - We all hate to feel ripped off. And its easy to think that a quote that isn't the lowest is a "Mosman price".
For those new to the area, a Mosman Price is a price far in excess of what it should be. These prices are often quoted by "chancers" who will still do a third rate job but try doubling their usual rates on the off chance you'll say yes. These people give all tradesmen a bad name and we dislike them as much as you do!
The key to separating "Fair" from "Rip Off" is the VALUE you get for the painting cost. My prices are usually a bit higher BUT you get much more for that price. Hopefully this site and the attached reviews will show that.
SMALL PAINTING JOBS - For anything less than a full room it is best to call a handyman such as Hire a Hubby or Airtasker. They usually charge $50 to $90 an hour.
PAINTING SEVERAL ROOMS - I may be able to give you an over the phone estimate cost. Otherwise a visit is recommended.
CRACKS, MOULD, PEELING PAINT - AS PART OF A PAINTING JOB - Quite variable. I'll need to see, measure, and touch!
INSURANCE QUOTES - $100 (Refundable on completion of work)
MOSMAN PRICES (or Cremorne Prices or North Shore Prices) - We all hate to feel ripped off. And its easy to think that a quote that isn't the lowest is a "Mosman price".
For those new to the area, a Mosman Price is a price far in excess of what it should be. These prices are often quoted by "chancers" who will still do a third rate job but try doubling their usual rates on the off chance you'll say yes. These people give all tradesmen a bad name and we dislike them as much as you do!
The key to separating "Fair" from "Rip Off" is the VALUE you get for the painting cost. My prices are usually a bit higher BUT you get much more for that price. Hopefully this site and the attached reviews will show that.