How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Cincinnati, Ohio Average$1,594
- Typical Range$790 - $2,371
- Low End - High End$300 - $4,000
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Dry Ridge, KY·
AP
In business since 2024
Cincinnati, OH·
Exterior Painting, Powerwashing, Minor Drywall Repair , and 1 more
About us: "AJM PAINTING, is your trusted partner for all your painting needs. With over a decade of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering professional quality customer service and workmanship that exceeds expectations. We specialize in interior and exterior painting, powerwashing, and minor drywall repair. Our team is committed to transforming your space with precision and attention to detail. We offer flexible payment options including cash, Venmo, and Zelle for your convenience. Choose AJM PAINTING, LLC for expert craftsmanship and reliable service that you can count on."
PS
CINCINNATI, OH·
drywall, Decks, Bathroom And kitchen Remodels , and 2 more
"I own and operate a property management company. We service over 800 apartments and houses. Property Services Unlimited has been a tremendous help on many projects as well as routine maintenance. They have completed plumbing, electric, roofing,drywall, decks ,paint, paving, snow care, and multiple other things. The list is honestly too long to write out. I rarely take time to write a review for businesses as I am always so busy. But for PSU I would gladly write 100 reviews.. they have been an integral part of my companies growth and I look forward to doing many years of business with them."
George E. in February 2024
Cincinnati, OH·
Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms, Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms, Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms
"We had a privacy fence replaced. Shawn was awesome to work with! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave us the best quote out of all other fencing companies. We will be using him again to build our deck. Thanks again Shawn!"
Heather C. in August 2020
TW
Cincinnati, OH·
Drywall, Painting, Plaster repair
"We have hired Tim for multiple painting projects including this last which was a full interior paint of our new home. A great experience each time and the quality of work and attention to detail was outstanding. He went above and beyond with unexpected repairs and changes that came up. Dependable, diligent, and he took great care of our home. . Highly recommend and will be hiring him again for any future projects."
Scott F. in February 2024
Cincinnati, OH·
Remodeling
"Totally recommended this crew did good job at my kitchen"
tyrone B. in December 2023
KD
Cincinnati, OH·
Decks, Remodeling
"Brad and Mike did a great job. I am very pleased with my new front porch/deck. They did excellent work, they were dependable and went the extra mile. Highly recommend."
Patricia L. in May 2020
JB
Cincinnati, OH·
Specialty Painting, Painting
"Joe and his crew did a fantastic job! They knocked out the project quickly and professionally! Easy to work with! We will be using him on our future painting projects!"
Grant A. in February 2024
SP
Cincinnati, OH·
Gutters cleaning, Window cleaning Services, Drywall , and 2 more
"Hard working friendly crew. Language is a barrier, but questions can be filtered through the very efficient office. Also did a spotless job on interior two story hall and ceiling. Good people to work with."
Kim R. in October 2023
YC
In business since 2023
Cincinnati, OH·
General Construction
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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."
Fairfield, OH·
Cleaning, Painting, Dry wall Repair , and 2 more
"I not only had painting done, I had kitchen cabinets-painted ,backsplash put in and flooring put down. They also put my appliances in and did plumbing work as well. I was very happy with the work that was done. They were very timely and very professional. I would recommend them.ð"
Julie S. in November 2023
PC
Milford, OH·
Home Improvement, full remodel, Tile Install & Repair , and 1 more
"Crew painted entire interior of the home, installed new flooring on 1st floor as well as repaired some decking, painted kitchen cabinets and renovated first floor 1/2 bath to get a home ready for market. It ended up selling for over asking in the first day."
Missy B. in April 2020
Cincinnati, OH·
Painting, Drywall, Cleaning
"Super fast, worked on my schedule to complete before the weekend."
Forest R. in June 2022
Batavia, OH·
Interior/Exterior Painting, Residential/Commercial, Epoxy Flooring
"It was a complete repaint of 2 bedroom condo. Was done promptly and professionally- very pleased with the work done"
Bob H. in March 2022
Cincinnati, OH·
Remodels, Drywall, Additions , and 2 more
"Cesar is very nice and polite. Showed up on time. Repair ceiling damaged by water. Did good work and left the place clean. I will be using him again for other work."
Steven A. in June 2015
SC
"Great work, great quality. He did an outstanding job on a fence repair with quality and professionalism."
Alan G. in February 2023
LL
In business since 2020
About us: "We are 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"
FL
Amelia, OH·
Painting
"The bathroom ceiling needed popcorn scraped off, then patched with mud. The painting is flawless with no underneath blemishes to be seen. Highly recommend!"
Bradley B. in April 2022
Fairfield, OH·
Painting, Remodeling, Basements , and 2 more
"We needed steps to deck rebuilt. Quick estimate and next day repair. Very friendly, professional and great communication."
Nicki P. in July 2021
SH
West Chester, OH·
Building long lasting customer relationships, Concrete, Handyman Projects , and 2 more
"Smithe Home Services completed beautiful wainscoating for my kitchen island, as well as deck staining on my rear deck. They were very professional and efficient, and Iâ d highly recommend them to anyone looking for a handy man."
Daina L. in January 2024
Remodel, Kitchen bathroom and basements
"The team was able to get the repair done quickly. Thank you!"
Lea Ann T. in April 2023
Cincinnati, OH·
Interior Painting, Exterior Painting
"They were extremely friendly and professional. They did a fantastic job painting our wood panel ceiling to white and our doors black. Highly recommend!"
Evanjelina A. in August 2021
FT
LOVELAND, OH·
Interior painting, Finish Electrical (ceiling fans, Lighting, Switches and Outlets, Ceramic Tile Installation , and 2 more
"Jay was very personable and easy to work with. Completed the job in a very timely manner. Cleaned up after himself and the new lights look amazing!"
Andrew O. in February 2024
AR
Remodels, Additions, Windows , and 2 more
"We had Anderson Remodeling build a Seasonal Room on our deck this past Summer and we could not be happier with the result. They did an incredible job in every way, with great attention to detail and the price was very fair. Customer service was excellent too. I would highly recommend them for any home projects you are considering!"
Herbert E. in October 2020
Cincinnati, OH·
Painting
"We are very happy with the results. He did a fantastic job. He was courteous, and definitely knew what he was doing. He even cleaned up after the job was completed."
Delta C. in November 2023
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Costs for related projects in Cincinnati, OH
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,398 - $4,033
- Paint a Home Interior$790 - $2,371
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$421 - $1,187
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$195 - $395
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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