How much does it cost to paint a house by Performance Painting and Why?
For most of us our home is the most important investment we’ll ever make. So taking care of that investment whether for short term, (resell at a later date) or long term, (your forever home) will be on going and can be expensive, especially when not done well, (to save money), then needing to do it again.
So, for painting the exterior of your home for example, to increase your street appeal or maintenance due to the existing paint failing and wearing away, you may find yourself spending more than you originally anticipated.
90% of the residential and commercial painting we do outside is purely for maintenance. After all, paint is a protective coating. Then we humans like add some different colours to express ourselves. As we do with the clothes we wear or food, (we eat with our eyes first), the cars we drive. Nature surrounds us with colour.
Being a part of Dulux Accredited Painters group, we are selected and guided by a strict professional criterion. We are leaders in the Hobart and Tasmanian painting industry and demonstrate daily a high level of workmanship, professionalism, customer service, (my favourite), and reliability.
“Painting is the easy part”
As an example. Seven days out of a 10-day weatherboard repaint in on a residential exterior project around greater Hobart is dedicated to preparation. Dulux offer a 40yr guarantee, (conditionally of course) and we provide a five-year workmanship warranty. In order to do this, it must be done right.
The systems and processes our team have formulated are trusted and proven successful because many years ago our company made a basic decision. We decided it would be easier to explain price one time. Than it would be to apologise for quality forever.
I bet you’re glad we made that decision.
Why do quotes vary so much in price?
What to consider
Very high
- What is the season or time of year? If its leading up to Christmas, you really need to plan ahead. Some may take advantage of the “Silly” season and inflate prices.
- Very large business have very large overheads. i.e. insurance, wages.
- Who is coming to paint your house?
Very Low
- Do they guarantee their work? By a handshake or a document.
- Are they fully insured? If they are injured on your property you are potentially liable.
- Have you checked their reviews? Do they have any?
- Are they professional painters ? How did they present themselves? Did you see their vehicle?
- Was the quote detailed? Do you know exactly what they propose to do, how they are going to do it and what paint are they using?
Mid-Range
- Still always a good idea to back check review, feedback, details on the quote etc.
The Numbers
Several factors come into play. So obviously a larger home will cost more to paint than a smaller one.
The extent of the preparation is a big one. How bad is the existing finish? Is it all sides and areas? How many windows? Do you need scaffolding? Detailing, heritage or Victorian style
Based on a full exterior repaint – Walls, windows and doors, eaves and fascia
| Style of House |
Approximate Cost |
| Californian bungalow with brick veneer or render |
$6000 – $14000 |
| Small weatherboard home in reasonable condition |
$9000 – $16000 |
| Small Victorian style |
$15000 – $20000 |
| Large 2 storey weatherboard |
$15000 upwards depending on condition/access |
*These are prices for smaller single storey homes in the greater Hobart area and are to be used as a guide only.
For Interior repainting, again it comes down to preparation requirements once again.
Are there many plaster repairs? There are many lath and plaster homes in and around Hobart and cracking is a familiar sight. Water damage, smoke damage.
Does furniture need moving? Is the house empty?
| Rooms |
Rooms |
Large rooms walls only
Lounge, kitchen/dining, rumpus
$600 – $750
Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Large room ceilings
Lounge, kitchen/dining, rumpus
$350 – $500
Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Medium room walls only
Bedroom, bathroom and toilet, laundry, kitchen, home office
$500 – $700
Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Medium room ceilings
$350 – $400 Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Bathroom, wardrobe, hallway, ensuite walls only
$300 – $700
Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Bathroom, hallway, ensuite ceilings
$300 – $400
Paint and materials supplied – 2 coats |
Doors only
$150 |
Door with architrave
$200 |
Standard timber window frames
$100 – $150 |
Sash window
$150 – $200 |
These are prices for single storey homes in reasonably good condition.
*All Wall Surfaces are figured for 2.4m high ceilings. If you have 12′ high or 3.6m ceilings, then and additional 25% should be considered.
The prices include moving furniture, protecting the furniture with plastic and the floors with drop sheets. some basic patching and caulking, removing the dust with a vacuum
All furniture will be moved back, floors vacuumed, selected items wiped down if needed and any final touch ups completed. Typically a $400-500 of paint and materials for trim and doors will be enough for several medium sized rooms.
Performance Painting has been providing commercial painting services for all areas of Hobart, Sandy Bay and West Hobart for over 20 years. In that time we have learned that people truly appreciate quality experience and a job well done. This is why we have enjoyed so many return customers over the years and why we continue to hone our skills as painters and restoration specialists.
