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
Garland, TX·
Decks - Build, Kitchen Remodeling Experts, 10 years experience , and 2 more
"Very personable, they feel like family"
Christopher R. in January 2023
Austin, TX·
Handyman, Fence Repairs
"Clay at HGL Construction was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. We had him build a giant ( 14â x 8â ) entertainment center for our living room, and he knocked it out of the park! His communication is top notch and the final product came in exactly as weâ d hoped! Clay mentioned this was his favorite type of project to take on, and it showed from the moment we first made contact. He asked a lot of good questions at the start to get a feel for what we were looking for. Once we were on the same page and agreed to a price, he started with the design right away - he stayed up nearly all night that first night because he was so excited! He had an initial design within a day, and after a couple messages back and forth we had a final design. He sent progress pictures and checked in with regularity, and he made sure to ask our preferences through the build process. Once it was complete, the installation process went just as smoothly as the rest. He even did some touch-up paint at the end and gave us the leftover paint and a brush in case we needed it! If youâ ve read this far, youâ re ready for the punchline: Clay at HGL is the single most professional contractor weâ ve ever worked with. His prices are fair, he does great work, and heâ s full of good vibes! We will certainly be using him again in the future, and we will refer our friends and family to him without a second thought! Thanks again Clay! - Chris and Whitney"
Chris V. in March 2023
"Mike can do everything (and he certainly did for us)! However, he specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. Among other things, he repaired and re-stained flooring that was water-damaged. He helped us clean up from extensive damage that Treemageddon did to our yard and reclaimed Alan's grill for us. These are just a few of the things he did, and everything he did with an eye to detail, and making sure to go that extra mile for us! We can't recommend Mike Casey and Casey Resources enough!"
Susan S. in April 2023
WM
Round Rock, TX·
Decks/Fencing, Remodeling, Handyman Services , and 1 more
"Wells Management was hired for multiple jobs to get my home ready to list and everything turned out great! Theyâ re professional, knowledgeable, made some really great suggestions, and very fair pricing. Highly recommend and will use again!"
Brittany M. in November 2022
WP
Austin, TX·
Landscaping, Wood Repair, Painting , and 2 more
"Jacob and his team did a great job power washing our driveway and porches. He was thorough, brought quality equipment and communicated well. He also washed all of our outdoor windows and they look great. He has experience in providing many different home services and offers them at reasonable prices. I would re-hire again in the future."
Carrie S. in March 2023
Austin, TX·
"Would definitely recommend guys did a awesome job ,left the space clean,No issues at all,Easy to work with and get the job done !"
Nathan R. in May 2023
TA
Round Rock, TX·
Remodeling, Seamless shower glass, Flooring , and 1 more
"Awesome awesome awesome service. Happy to have found them!"
Steven P. in February 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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