How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Iowa City, Iowa Average$1,930
- Typical Range$752 - $3,366
- Low End - High End$450 - $4,200
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Coralville, IA·
Fencing, Painting, Framing , and 2 more
"Rodney Derrick is knowledgeable, hard-working, dependable, honest, friendly and very professional, His work is excellent and he holds his work to the highest standards. He is especially good at carpentry. He trimmed down three doors for us and he paid attention to the smallest details that we were not even aware of. We had him remove kitchen wall paper, texture some walls ,drywall, take down the cabinets. He is very reliable and always on time and goes right to work. He finished his job sooner than the estimated time. He was extremely quick to respond to my message. He is a great communicator. I will definitely hire Rodney for any future projects we have and would highly recommend him for your job! I would rate him 10 stars if I could. :)"
Emily L. in June 2022
Marion, IA·
Wallpapering, Faux finish/decorative finishes, Painting
"Paul painted the complete interior of the home we have recently purchased. In addition to lightening up the walls, he also spray painted white 15 doors to match the woodwork. He set up the spray paint operation in the garage, and with a heater, the job went quickly and smoothly. He also suggested changing the door hardware (door handles and hinges) to nickel, to match the other rooms. This is a two story house with a finished lower level. It consists of 4 bedrooms and 3 one-half baths, approximately 2100 on the first two floors plus a 700 square foot finished basement. It was in great shape...but once the doors were done, Paul pointed out that the baseboard could use some sprucing up. After the new carpet was installed, he carefully painted the baseboard for a reasonable price. He also bid the casework for the doors, and I decided to go ahead with that as well. Consequently, the home is now in pristine condition. He also removed the wallpaper from two rooms, and then painted them an off-white. Very subtle, but the woodwork now appears to "pop"...and the rooms have a light, airy feeling, and appear larger. Paul is both punctual and meticulous. He and his son completed the project over a period of 10 days. I should add that the house was vacant, so no need to move any furniture. We had time constraints....to finish the painting (except for baseboards) prior to installing the carpet, and to finish the entire project before the movers were scheduled to deliver the household furniture. He met every deadline....no muss no fuss. He worked diligently with his son, and contacted me with any questions or insights he had. By the way, I was out of town during the whole project, but my adult son was living in the house, spartan-like, while Paul undertook the painting project. I recommend Paul highly. He was thorough, competent, and easy to work with."
Barbara K. in December 2015
In business since 2023
marion, IA·
Handyman, Handyman, Interior remodeling
About us: "H2H Contractor is 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."
In business since 2022
West Liberty, IA·
Gutter Clean, Pressure Washing, Painting
About us: "We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!"
LH
In business since 2021
Shellsburg, IA·
Garage Remodels, Handyman Services, Exterior Renovations
About us: "Larsons Home Repair is 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. 5 years of experience"
Allison, IA·
Flat rubber roofing, Hail damage, Asphalt Shingle Roof Install/Replacement , and 2 more
"Mike made sure we knew exactly what was going to be done and how. Clear estimate. NO hidden surprises. Top quality products. Assured us that if any problems should arise,that he stands behind his product and workmanship. His crew showed up early,worked diligently and professionally. We were very pleased with how they protected deck,flowers etc. and cleaned up everything. We highly recommend Mike and his crew ."
David P. in August 2019
PM
Fairfax, IA·
Commercial Painting, Interior Painting, Exterior Painting
"Very professional, very clean painters had everything cleaned up nicely afterwards. Would definitely recommend them and will use them again when I need more interior painting done."
Jennie S. in October 2016
SS
Walford, IA·
"I hired them to paint a 1500 square foot house flip. Excellent customer service and they are very personable. Communication was top notch, Project timeline was efficient, and their work transformed the house. I will definitely be using them again on future projects. Josh Cummings Sugar Creek Properties LLC Licenses Real Estate Agent in Iowa"
Josh C. in November 2023
Cedar Rapids, IA·
Interior & Exterior Painting
"Did very good work. Clean tidy, protected floors, furniture. Took care of any item that needed additional attention."
Terry D. in December 2020
Kalona, IA·
Roofing
About us: "With several years of experience serving the Kalona - Iowa City Metro area and beyond, Friendship Roofing & Coating is the solution for all your Roofing needs. Specializing in Conklin coatings, spray foam, and membrane roofing systems. We take great pride in our good old fashioned customer service on every job. We try to develop lasting relationships so the next time service is needed, there is no question who to call. Call us today for a free quote!"
Coralville, IA·
8-5 Monday - Thursday, Flooring
"He helped me with a couple of carpet projects. I was very satisfied. Great value and service."
Luke .. in May 2022
FC
Cedar Rapids, IA·
roofing residential, roofing commercial
"They did an amazing job and a great price."
Monica M. in May 2022
HC
"Juan was an excellent communicator. They worked very efficiently. Nice outcome!"
Marti H. in November 2022
WS
In business since 2019
About us: "WPS Services LLC, is 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."
In business since 2017
Iowa City, IA·
About us: "Shelly B Arts is 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."
Iowa City, IA·
DP
Cedar Rapids, IA·
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain, Interior Painting or Staining - large or small projects, Drywall - Repair / Replace
"Dave did a fantastic job with fixing up our downstairs - removing popcorn ceiling, redoing with the orange peel and repainting. He also replaced our very old paneling with some new of our choosing. We purchased, he picked it up for us and delivered. Also volunteered to return an extra piece since I had ordered too much. 3 new doors - stained and installed. We love it. Dave is prompt, delivers what is promised on time. Very happy with his work. Definitely recommend Dave for his services."
Steve M. in January 2019
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Costs for related projects in Iowa City, IA
- Paint a Home Exterior$3,089 - $3,850
- Paint a Home Interior$752 - $3,366
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$600 - $1,684
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$221 - $416
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.
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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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Iowa City Painting Contractors are rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 186 reviews of 186 pros.
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