How much do painting & staining companies typically cost?
- Chicago, Illinois Average$744
- Typical Range$420 - $1,210
- Low End - High End$190 - $2,000
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In business since 2021
Chicago, IL·
Plumbing, Fences, Remodeling , and 2 more
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We specialize in anything residential such as renovations, tile, painting, drywall, carpentry, electrical fixture replacements, door and window installation, plumbing, fences, and more."
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Orland Park, IL·
Painting, Drywall, Staining , and 3 more
"I hired a Nermin to frame and install a new closet door and do some painting. He was knowledgeable about the work and provided thoughtful and insightful advice about the work. The work Nermin did was excellent and showed great attention to detail. I loved the results and his team completed the work faster than other contractors quoted their work would take. I would definitely hire Nermin again for another home renovation project!"
Brian R. in December 2022
Oak Lawn, IL·
Painting, Baths, Electric , and 2 more
"He did excellent work! Very pleased and satisfied."
Jose H. in October 2022
PC
In business since 2017
Chicago, IL·
Maid Services, Waste Removal, commercial cleaning
About us: "Palmers Cleaning Solution, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."
In business since 2016
Carpentersville, IL·
Roofing
About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!"
DC
"Marco painted all of the rooms in my condo last year. I still like to sit and stare at them because they are so beautiful. Flawless. He also painted the place I was selling and I think that's why I got such a good price. I call him the silent painter because he's so quiet. He is Zen."
Nora D. in October 2022
Chicago, IL·
Tile Installation, Kitchen Cabinets and Interior Doors installation, Bath Renovation , and 2 more
"Downloaded the app. Contacted Ruben. He came out on a Thursday and installed my backsplash on a Monday. Fast, clean and excellent work, all done same day. I wish I would have known him years ago. Great work!!!"
Chris C. in December 2015
RZ
In business since 2015
Des Plaines, IL·
Painting
About us: "Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your property as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!"
Chicago, IL·
Electric, Painting and Decorating, Remodeling (Kitchen cabinets, bathrooms, floors)
"Im very happy with the work J Family Design did in my condo. The contractor and his crew were friendly and answered all of my questions and concerns almost immediately. The project was finished on time. I will definitely call on them when Im ready to redo my kitchen and bathroom. Thank you J Family Design!"
Sonia C. in December 2018
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Costs for related projects in Chicago, IL
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,395 - $4,227
- Paint a Home Interior$986 - $2,709
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$420 - $1,210
- Paint a Mural or Trompe Loeil$0 - $925
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$235 - $463
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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