How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Lake Charles, Louisiana Average$2,437
- Typical Range$500 - $5,250
- Low End - High End$500 - $7,500
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JH
Lake Charles, LA·
Drywall, Painting interior and exterior, Flooring, vinyl, ceramic and porcelain flooring , and 3 more
"Everything he touches turns to gold. His subs are very polite, always on time. The prices have been as expected and labor prices are very reasonable."
Scott H. in December 2022
MC
Lake Charles, LA·
Remodeling, Cabinets, Drywall , and 2 more
"Professional crew. Cleaned up well behind themselves. Communicated well."
Lucy C. in May 2023
PR
Lake Charles, LA·
Professional Home Remodeling and Renovation, Roofing Replacements/Installs, Drywall Install/Repair
"Jonathan Meche is owner of this business and he is very courteous and professional. We got an exact estimate before the work began and it was promptly completed. We are thoroughly satisfied with the work."
Catherine T. in April 2021
ER
In business since 2011
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumerÂ’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
In business since 1989
Lafayette, LA·
Drywall Services
About us: "Sheetrocking Company 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."
Lake Charles, LA·
Fences
"Excellent workers; very dedicated; great attention to detail."
Calvin P. in December 2021
Port Arthur, TX·
Exterior Painting, Doors, Windows , and 5 more
"Hired them to demo a garage door and build a brick ledge. Then had them frame the wall and install a large window. The work done was exceptional. Think this young man is professional and very friendly. Can not recommend him enough."
Timothy M. in May 2023
HG
Lake Charles, LA·
Fencing, Roofing, Flooring, tile bathrooms kitchens , and 1 more
"I hired H&G to build me a 24â x10â front porch on my Modular home and tie it into roof of my home and shingle it they did a Outstanding job it looks as if the house came with the porch we love it I would highly recommend you hiring H&G construction and his guys who did the work were awesome guys very nice and had no problem stopping and taking your questions and concerns and answering them for you they were also very very clean left my yard cleaner than when they started the work I have recommended them to my friends and will definitely be using them agin for my next big project we have in the planning."
Travis V. in October 2021
In business since 2020
Lake Charles, LA·
Remodel, Painting
About us: "Welcome to Ashfa Painting, the leading Painting specialists serving Lake Charles and the surrounding areas! With over 5 years of experience in projects of all shapes and sizes, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate!"
CS
In business since 2012
Lake Charles, LA·
drywall, sheetrock, painting
About us: "Chrisman Sheetrock and Painting is a well established drywall, sheetrock, and painting business in Lake Charles, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best call Wendell at Chrisman Sheetrock and Painting for your next drywall project!"
Q
Ragley, LA·
Cleaning Services, Handyman
"They were wonderful. Went beyond what was necessary. Friendly, professional and thorough. came on time. Great couple. They're a husband and wife team, the husband does maintenance and the wife does the cleaning. they took the time to chat with me about any household maintenance and cleaning concerns that I had. I've hired both for more service and will continue to do so. I trust them both completely."
Diane G. in June 2018
KP
In business since 2023
About us: "Kayley's Painting Services 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 2020
About us: "We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
In business since 2023
About us: "Jared and his crew are extremely experienced in this industry We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
MC
In business since 2014
Houston, TX·
TRIM, Roofing, DECK
About us: "Martinez Constructions 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business."
In business since 2023
Tile Installation, Metal, Hardie board , and 2 more
About us: "G&D Remodel 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."
PC
"Mr.Anderson is very professional and very reliable He does excellent work!"
Terry W. in October 2023
SC
Lake Charles, LA·
Master Carpenter, Experienced Consultations, Insurance Specialist , and 2 more
"They showed up on time and began to work right away. Did an excellent job on my cedar fencing. Looks awesome and they cleaned up after completing the job. I will hire them for other jobs."
Carolyn M. in September 2021
FR
About us: "At Freedom Restoration, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job."
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Costs for related projects in Lake Charles, LA
- Paint a Home Interior$500 - $5,250
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$2,500 - $2,500
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$225 - $365
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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Lake Charles Painting Contractors are rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 78 reviews of 78 pros.
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