What should a painting quote include?

<div><p>When you’re <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-things-consider-when-hiring-interior-painter.htm">considering hiring a painter</a>, a quote should include the following items:</p><ul><li><p>Overall price</p></li><li><p>Price for each area (e.g., living room, master bedroom) or item (e.g., trim, doors)</p></li><li><p>Cost of labor</p></li><li><p>Cost of materials</p></li><li><p>Description of prep</p></li><li><p>Description of repairs to be made</p></li><li><p>Description and details of paint application (number of coats, brand and type of paint, etc.)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How much do painters charge per hour?

<div><p>Professional painters charge <b>$20 to $50 per hour</b>, on average. Hourly rate cost factors include the complexity of the paint job, the type of paint, the height of the walls and ceiling, and the type of prep and repairs needed. For example, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-remove-wallpaper.htm">removing wallpaper costs</a> an additional $3 per square foot because it can be very time consuming and labor intensive. Your location will also impact the hour rate.</p></div>

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Q: What should a painting quote include?

<div><p>When you&rsquo;re <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-things-consider-when-hiring-interior-painter.htm">considering hiring a painter</a>, a quote should include the following items:</p><ul><li><p>Overall price</p></li><li><p>Price for each area (e.g., living room, master bedroom) or item (e.g., trim, doors)</p></li><li><p>Cost of labor</p></li><li><p>Cost of materials</p></li><li><p>Description of prep</p></li><li><p>Description of repairs to be made</p></li><li><p>Description and details of paint application (number of coats, brand and type of paint, etc.)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What is the average cost to paint a ceiling?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/paint-ceiling-cost.htm">cost to paint a ceiling</a> ranges from <b>$3 to $8.50 per square foot</b>, which is about $1 to $2.50 more per square foot than the cost to paint the walls. Rooms with high ceilings require working from a ladder or scaffolding and often include trim or detail work, which adds to the final price. </p></div>

Q: How do you estimate the cost of painting interior walls?

<div><p>To estimate the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-paint-room.htm">cost to paint interior walls</a>, multiply the square footage by the average price range to paint interior walls, which is $2 to $6 per square foot. For example, a 12-by-12-foot room with 8-foot tall walls is 384 square feet, meaning that the cost to paint the room will range from $768 to $2,304. Painting the ceiling and any trim will add to the overall cost, as will any repairs.</p></div>

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Reviewed in September 2024
Josh did an awesome job painting bedroom, entryway, living room, dining and kitchen. Very professional and everything was kept very clean. Super nice guy and very easy to work with. Communication was exceptional. Will be having him back when we are ready for the next painting phase !!!! Highly...
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Reviewed in October 2020
I had my ceiling painted in my entire house. I had smoke damage from my wood stove and paint on the ceiling. The previous home owner had a little girl who painted her room purple and got some of the paint on the ceiling. Dwayne did a beautiful, professional job. I could tell that he is proud...
Resurrection Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
These guys are true professionals and deliver exceptional work! They were incredibly flexible with our schedule and surpassed our expectations. Their attention to detail is impeccable!
Northern Lakes Painting & Finishing LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Jon impressed me from the get-go with his quick response to my initial request for a quote on a small painting job. The quote beat the competition - two of them - and he fit us into their schedule within just a couple of days to complete the job. It turned out great. They even did some extra...
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Reviewed in June 2024
Excellent! They finished quickly and efficiently. I was impressed with the quality of their work. I would definitely recommend them!
Lakes Painting & Powerwashing
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Reviewed in December 2023
Wade and his team stained our deck at our home in Grand Rapids and painted our cabin and out buildings at our lake home. We were extremely satisfied with the work that they did. Wade was transparent in regard to upfront costs and any unforeseen costs/issues that the team encountered. We...
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Reviewed in January 2015
My wife and I were contemplating having someone do some interior painting in our home. I contacted a friend of mine who is in the home construction business, and he suggested Denker Painting. He told me of a couple of new homes that Mr. Denker had finished painting and also of the place that...
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Interior painters in Wadena

Aljets Painting North LLC

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Aljets Painting North LLC

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We specialize in tile installations from custom walk in showers, backsplash, floor tile, wall tile and ceiling tile. Schluter certified for proper waterproofing and substrate tile bonding. Verity of Flooring installation Casing Trim, Base Molding Installation Interior/ Exterior Painting Drywall installation and repair And more services provided

"He did a excellent job, would not hesitate to hire again!"

Cathy C on November 2024

"He did a excellent job, would not hesitate to hire again!"

Cathy C on November 2024

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My name is Tyler. I have over 5 years of painting experience and take pride in my work. I only use high quality products to ensure a lasting finish on your project. My first priority is customer satisfaction. I not only want to provide exceptional service but also build lasting relationships with my customers.

"Fabulous! Tyler was very professional and easy to work with!"

Bonnie V on September 2024

"Fabulous! Tyler was very professional and easy to work with!"

Bonnie V on September 2024

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Looking for top-notch service? Look no further than Templin Interiors. Contact us today for all your interior painting needs!

"Josh did an awesome job painting bedroom, entryway, living room, dining and kitchen. Very professional and everything was kept very clean. Super nice guy and very easy to work with. Communication was exceptional. Will be having him back when we are ready for the next painting phase !!!! Highly recommend !!!"

Denise N on September 2024

Looking for top-notch service? Look no further than Templin Interiors. Contact us today for all your interior painting needs!

Denise N on September 2024

Superior Property Services llc

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Superior Property Services llc

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Superior Property Services Provides Full Remodeling to small maintenance repairs for your home, rental property and business. With over 18 years of experience in construction SPS has you covered for all needs.

JPM Flooring Solutions LLC

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JPM Flooring Solutions LLC

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9 years of experience

Looking for top-notch flooring solutions in Minnesota? Look no further than JPM Flooring Solutions LLC. Our expert team specializes in sales, installation, and repair, ensuring your home projects are handled with precision and care. Contact us today for exceptional service and results.

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Dunblaziers Interior & Exterior Painting

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Northern Lakes Drywall

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Northern Lakes Drywall

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We specialize in hanging Drywall and drywall finishing and drywall repairs. New construction or remodels we can tackle it all. 15 years experience! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Jeremy gave us a quote on all repairs for the work that had to be done reasonably estimate and also some extras … the crew was on time and did a exceptionally great job on all was done in the time they had said !! The job was done great from start to finish !!! I would recommend Jeremy and Northern Lakes Drywall to all !!!!! If your looking for a professional job and a reasonable price this is your place !!!! Thanks again!!!"

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Interior painting services FAQs

When you’re considering hiring a painter, a quote should include the following items:

Overall price
Price for each area (e.g., living room, master bedroom) or item (e.g., trim, doors)
Cost of labor
Cost of materials
Description of prep
Description of repairs to be made
Description and details of paint application (number of coats, brand and type of paint, etc.)

You may need to provide your own paint, depending on the agreement you make with the painter. Some painters prefer that you buy the paint and they supply the labor. However, some professional painters get a better price on paint and can pass that savings along to you even after accounting for labor costs.

The average cost to paint a ceiling ranges from $3 to $8.50 per square foot, which is about $1 to $2.50 more per square foot than the cost to paint the walls. Rooms with high ceilings require working from a ladder or scaffolding and often include trim or detail work, which adds to the final price.

Professional painters charge $20 to $50 per hour, on average. Hourly rate cost factors include the complexity of the paint job, the type of paint, the height of the walls and ceiling, and the type of prep and repairs needed. For example, removing wallpaper costs an additional $3 per square foot because it can be very time consuming and labor intensive. Your location will also impact the hour rate.

To estimate the cost to paint interior walls, multiply the square footage by the average price range to paint interior walls, which is $2 to $6 per square foot. For example, a 12-by-12-foot room with 8-foot tall walls is 384 square feet, meaning that the cost to paint the room will range from $768 to $2,304. Painting the ceiling and any trim will add to the overall cost, as will any repairs.

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