How Much Does It Cost To Paint A House

The cost of painting a house depends on a lot of factors such as the size, the type of paint, what to paint (exterior or interior paint job), and the like. That said, exterior painting for a house usually ranges from $4,000 to $25,000 while interior painting costs around $3,000 to $10,000 plus. Generally, low-end prices have minimal prep work and use one paint colour while high-end prices have thorough prep work, and use multiple colours, and additional finishes.

Below is a list—and explanation—of some of the factors that determine the cost of painting a house.

Size. The size of the house affects the painting cost. Large houses require a large number of painting crew members and large amounts of paint, impacting labour costs and materials.

Property Condition. The older the structure, the more prep work is needed. This will definitely impact the painting cost. A poorly maintained house will also need repairs before any painting can start.

Materials. High-quality paints cost more but yield a longer-lasting finish letting you save money. Other materials like primer, sealants, etc. can add to the overall cost of house painting. Speaking of paint quality, the type of paint also affects the cost—oil-based paints usually cost more than latex paint. So you should consider the paint type you want to use.

Paint Colours. Custom colours generally cost more than pre-mixed colours. Some paint colours also require more coats or special preparation. These impact the overall cost of painting.

Areas to be Painted. A great example can be gleaned from the cost of interior and exterior house painting. Interior painting costs less while exterior painting costs more because the latter needs more prep work and specialised equipment.

Accessibility. Speaking of areas to be painted, accessibility can impact the overall cost if the structure proves to be difficult to paint, i.e. a multi-floored house, or it’s built on a terrain that’s challenging.

Timeline. If you want the house painting done quickly, it definitely will impact the overall cost as more labour will be needed to meet your deadline or finish the job on your preferred time.

While you can always choose the DIY route as it may prove to be more cost-effective, the level of craftsmanship usually leaves much to be desired. You might even prove to be your own worst critic. Then you’ll have the paint and supplies to think about—will you just stow them away once the project is done? That’s added clutter to your property as you won’t use them in the immediate future.

Hiring professionals like Hobart House Painter for your house painting in Hobart is the best way to do it. Call us on 0400 102 241 today and we’d love to go through your plans for your house painting project together.