How much does it cost to paint the outside of a house?

$8,000-$16,000 for a single-storey weatherboard with full prep. $15,000-$30,000 for a full double-storey exterior.

What's the cheapest way to paint my house?

One-coat freshen-up over existing colour is the cheapest. That said, it's rarely the right call. A proper two-coat system lasts 3-5x longer than a budget one-coat approach.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

For residential work, we require a 10% deposit at booking, 40% at commencement, and 50% at completion. Commercial is milestone-based.

Is labour or paint the biggest cost?

Labour is typically 60-70% of a paint job. Paint is 15-25%. Preparation materials and access equipment make up the rest.

Will you guarantee the price?

Yes. Our quotes are fixed-price. Only added scope (you ask for more work) changes the total.

Adelaide pricing guide

How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House in Adelaide?

House painting cost in Adelaide depends on size, condition, and finish. Small interior refreshes start around $2,500. Full house exterior repaints run $8,000-$25,000. This guide walks through the real 2026 pricing and the factors that drive each figure up or down.

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Price ranges

What you'll pay

Single-room interior refresh (3x4m)

Walls only, one colour, two coats, minor prep.

$800-$1,500

Full interior 3-bed home

Walls, ceilings, trim. Depends on prep and finish.

$4,500-$9,000

Full interior 4-bed home

Same scope, larger footprint.

$7,000-$14,000

Exterior weatherboard (single-storey)

Full prep, two coats, gutters and fascia.

$8,000-$16,000

Exterior render + brick

Depends on condition and crack-fill needed.

$12,000-$22,000

Full exterior double-storey

Scaffold or EWP access factors in.

$15,000-$30,000

Roof restoration (200sqm tile)

Wash, repair, three-coat system, 10-year warranty.

$4,500-$7,500

Aluminium window respray

Electrostatic application, 15-year warranty.

$450-$650 per window

What drives cost

Factors that move your quote up or down

Condition

A home that's been maintained costs less than one that's been neglected. Chalky, peeling, or water-damaged surfaces need full strip-and-reset, which is 2-3x the labour.

Surface area

Bigger homes cost more. Our estimator takes bedroom count and floors into account for quick ballpark pricing.

Access

A low single-storey is cheapest. Double-storey adds scaffold or EWP cost. High-rise and difficult access require rope work.

Finish level

Standard-grade paint system runs our base price. Premium and ultra-premium paint brands add 15-30% to materials.

Colour changes

Going from light to dark, or dark to light, often needs an extra coat. Adds 10-20% to labour.

Heritage factor

Heritage homes with fretwork, lead paint, or bluestone walls take longer per square metre. Expect 40-80% premium over standard.

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House Painting Cost FAQs

A full 3-bedroom interior runs $4,500-$9,000 depending on prep needs and finish level. Single rooms start at $800-$1,500.

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