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Typical price: CA$350–CA$13,000
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What painter & decorator costs in Canada
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single room (walls and ceiling) Standard bedroom, two coats, minor prep | CA$350 | CA$600 | CA$1,000 |
| Whole interior (3-bed home) Walls throughout, standard prep, two coats | CA$3,000 | CA$5,500 | CA$10,000 |
| Exterior repaint (detached house) Siding and trim, wash and prep, two coats | CA$4,000 | CA$7,000 | CA$13,000 |
| Kitchen cabinet repainting Degrease, sand, prime, sprayed finish | CA$2,000 | CA$3,500 | CA$7,000 |
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How to hire a painter & decorator pro in Canada
- In Quebec, check the RBQ licence — contractors there must hold one; elsewhere check municipal business licensing and WCB/WSIB coverage
- Ask for proof of liability insurance ($2M is standard)
- For pre-1990 homes, ask how they handle potential lead paint — Health Canada flags homes painted before the early 1990s, especially pre-1960
- Get 3 itemised quotes on the same scope: prep, coats, paint line, and whether GST/HST is included
- For exterior work, confirm the weather window and what happens to the schedule when rain hits
- Agree stage payments with a modest deposit and holdback until a daylight walkthrough
Frequently asked questions
Do painters fix cracks and holes before painting?
Good ones do — prep is most of the job. Standard prep includes filling small cracks and holes, sanding, caulking gaps, and spot-priming. What's usually excluded: major plaster repairs, water-damage remediation, and wallpaper removal, which are quoted separately. Ask the quote to state the prep level explicitly; 'paint over as-is' versus 'fill, sand, and prime' can be half the price difference between two quotes.
How many coats of paint do walls need?
Two topcoats is the professional standard for a proper finish, plus a primer or sealer coat on new plaster, stains, or strong colour changes. Be suspicious of quotes that assume one coat — it rarely covers evenly and is the classic way a cheap quote wins then disappoints. Dramatic colour changes (dark to light) can need a tinted primer plus two coats.
How long does it take to paint a room or a whole house?
A standard bedroom (walls and ceiling, minor prep) takes a professional 1-2 days including drying time between coats. A whole 3-bedroom interior typically runs 4-7 working days for a two-person crew, longer with heavy prep, woodwork, or wallpaper removal. Exterior repaints depend on weather windows — expect 3-7 days of actual work spread over a longer calendar period.
Does a painting quote include paint and materials?
Not always — this is the biggest source of quote confusion. Some painters quote labour-only with you supplying paint; others include mid-range trade paint and itemise upgrades. Materials typically add 15-25% to a labour-only price. Always ask: is paint included, what brand and line, and how many coats? Two quotes can differ mostly because one includes premium paint and the other assumes you buy it.
What do painters cost in Canada?
Hourly rates run roughly $40-$90 depending on province and crew, a standard room costs about $350-$1,000, and a full 3-bed interior repaint typically lands between $3,000 and $10,000. GST/HST adds to quoted prices unless stated — always confirm whether tax is included.
When is exterior painting season in Canada?
Roughly May through September in most provinces — exterior coatings need sustained temperatures above about 10C and dry surfaces, which rules out much of the year. Book exterior work by early spring; crews' summer calendars fill fast, and late-fall paint jobs risk curing failures in cold snaps.
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