How much do painting contractors typically cost?
- Schenectady, New York Average$1,548
- Typical Range$912 - $2,244
- Low End - High End$378 - $4,000
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Schenectady, NY·
Decks, Handyman, Remodels
"I hired Robert to install a glass door and he had to frame out the door and paint as well. He did an excellent job, was easy to communicate with, had some great ideas to get the project done properly, took his time and showed up on time! I would absolutely hire him again for any additional home projects."
Bethany Y. in April 2020
QH
Schenectady, NY·
Carpentry, Landscaping & Sprinklers, Plumbing , and 10 more
"Joseph was professional and knowledgeable about removing grape vines from my lilac bush. He also removed a small tree growing close to my fence. My husband and I were very impressed with how quick he got the job done. I would highly recommend him! We will be calling him again for any of our lawn care needs!"
Amanda J. in June 2021
Schenectady, NY·
Handyman
"Casey is polite, personable, and professional. The quality of his work is excellent and I would recommend him to everyone."
Sheila S. in September 2021
Schenectady, NY·
Home Inspections, Electrical, Properties , and 1 more
"Allen and Kevin did a number of smaller remodeling projects around my home. They fixed a hole in my ceiling, repainted and installed crown mounding in the room. They also retread my main staircase and increased the support and bracing underneath. They repaired another small staircase where the treads were pulling away from the risers. They created a custom threshold for a very uneven floor transition and made it look great. They do a fantastic job with superior attention to detail. They make everything look clean and polished even in older homes where angles are no longer square. They think on their feet to make everything look finished even when they run into odd situations created by previous construction work. They arrive when scheduled and clean up after themselves. I strongly recommend them!"
Erica P. in July 2020
SR
In business since 2019
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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."
AL
Albany, NY·
Painting
"Very professional! Did a great job in a very timely manner. Washed and sealed my deck, painted my storage shed, scraped and painted my window frames and painted front door frame and pillars. Completed in one day. Amazing! . Would recommend."
Carol D. in June 2023
TH
Ballston Lake, NY·
Construction, Drywall, Decks/siding , and 2 more
"Brady and his team are incredible!!! Bradyâ s attention to detail is top notch. I found Brady on Angieâ s List, which I was nervous to do, but I am so thankful that I did. Brady is reliable, dependable but most importantly knowledgeable. He sheetrock my kitchen and great room (ceiling and walls) and did an amazing job!!!! Thank you so much Brady for the amazing work!"
Christina P. in April 2023
Ballston Spa, NY·
Interior Painting, Exterior Painting
"George was quick to respond to my job request & came the same day to give me an estimate. Very reasonable! He came & painted what we had agreed on quickly & expertly. He even painted my kitchen too for a bit more money. I was very happy with his work. He's a nice guy too!"
Anne A. in March 2017
Flooring, Spring Painting NY INC, offers complete PAINTING & REFINISHING Interior and Exterior, DECK STAINING and Repairs.
"Ricardo was very efficient, professional and easy to work with! He and his team did a fantastic job staining my deck and painting all the framework around the windows and door. They also painted the the roof trim. It looks beautiful! Iâ ve hired Spring Painting NY for a second project."
Rebecca C. in May 2023
Schenectady, NY·
Basements Remodeling, General Contracting, Electrical, Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Interior/Exterior Renovations & Remodeling , and 2 more
"I couldn't be more pleased with a complete new kitchen. The workmanship is exceptional down to every last little detail. The workers were very professional . It was a pleasure to have Sunil and his team in my home. Every appliance is top of the line. I have recommended Sunil to everyone I know. Iwould definitely hire them again. Mary E."
mary E. in December 2021
Albany, NY·
Roofing
"Angelo and his crew were great. I was offered a fair price and the service was quick, complete and friendly. Angelo is my new "roof guy"."
Joe C. in July 2022
GH
Albany, NY·
Handyman
"Miki and his crew came on site at my home in Scotia New York, and did an outstanding job painting the house helping me get other parts of the projects done that I didnâ t know how or where I was going to get it done. They finished everything that I asked on time in a very professional way. Iâ d highly recommend Golden Hammer for any of your projects especially if youâ re doing painting either indoors or outside. Absolutely great company."
Ronald C. in October 2022
Cohoes, NY·
Tile and wood flooring, 561-567-4480, Fences all types , and 2 more
"Fast, courteous, great quality, and best of all patient with all of our changes. We were not always very specific with what we needed and they were able to come up with great ideas for us. Projects included painting, carpentry, roof work, deck, and flooring. Really good experience working with these guys!"
Steve Y. in June 2021
PP
In business since 2023
About us: "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 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. Call us today!"
NC
In business since 2023
About us: "We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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."
AF
Clifton Park, NY
Wood Flooring - Install or Completely Replace, Laminate Wood or Stone Floor - Install, Wood Flooring - Refinish , and 5 more
"Quick quote. Showed up on time and finished on time. The entire process was smooth"
Timothy F. in January 2021
DS
In business since 1993
About us: "We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!"
KR
Clifton Park, NY·
Carpentry Work, Drywall and plaster repair, Painting , and 2 more
"Kris came in to do a small paint job for us and did an absolutely fantastic job. I would definitely hire him for future projects."
William L. in December 2019
EP
Schenectady, NY·
"Nice guys, great job, basically remodeled small home for us all painting including ceilings and cabinets and putting new flooring in. Will rehire for more to be done in our main house!"
Laurie L. in April 2022
Cohoes, NY·
Roofing
"We noticed a leak in the ceiling of our garage - it was early Nov in upstate NY - cold, wet, windy - we were lucky that the leak was away from the living areas of the house - Elite's folks came out promptly to assess the problem (damage to the roof decking above the garage) , gave an estimate that was reasonable and gave me a window of time when they could do the work that was within a few days - the only caveats were my own insurance claim issue and the weather. As soon as I was ready with my issues they put us on their schedule and were on site 2 days later - in spite of an unexpected snow fall of 5-8 inches that left the roof covered with snow. They cleared the roof of snow in the area of the leak and began the process of peeling back the roofing to track the full extent of the leak. The damage was more extensive than initially thought but they worked to fully ID the problem and made sure everything was structurally sound before making the work area water and weather tight for the night. This took until 7 pm ... about 2 and half hours after dark. The next morning they returned around 7:30 am and worked through early afternoon to get the damage areas fully repaired and the roofing replaced. The damage that was not view-able until the roofing was taken apart was more severe than what could be seen before hand. The original estimate obviously could not address this and there was an increase from the estimate to the final invoice. I believe the increase was more than fair. These folks were prompt, polite, and neat - including cleaning up the area after work was completed. The price was right and work excellent. Over the 4-5 days since the work was done we've had rain and there is absolutely no sign of the problem that existed before . I would be saying 'great job if they did this in reasonable weather conditions. The weather was miserable and they still did the work with an exceptional result. This was a great relief for us ... thank you to Paul and Vlad and the Elite crew."
bruce J. in November 2018
AM
Slingerlands, NY·
Remodeling, Doors & Windows, Flooring , and 1 more
"The job was quoted quickly, they were extremely competitive and the work was meticulous. Aldin painted the wood paneling in our basement, going above and beyond painting even the inside of cabinets. He used as many coats as necessary to ensure the paneling wouldn’t show through. They replaced our old drop ceiling with new tiles, freshening up an outdated space. We will definitely hire A&M painting again."
Suzie M. in December 2020
MH
Albany, NY·
Drywall and sheetrack, Wall wallpaper, ceiling decor , and 1 more
"He is very professional ,honest and very cooperative in negotiation."
Pellumb K. in July 2020
Schenectady, NY·
5 plus rooms, Interior Painting
"I loved how my project came out, I would highly recommend them for your next project"
Luke J. in June 2022
TC
Glenville, NY·
Drywall, Trim work, painting
"Tim exceeded my expectations. His quality of workmanship is outstanding. I will hire him for any more of my painting work."
Robert S. in March 2023
PG
In business since 2017
About us: "With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!"
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Costs for related projects in Schenectady, NY
- Paint a Home Exterior$1,267 - $4,258
- Paint a Home Interior$912 - $2,244
- Paint a Kitchen Cabinet, Door, or Small Project$441 - $765
- Power Wash Exterior Surfaces$277 - $475
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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NewProject Location: Schenectady, NY Date: 10/02/23Request Stage: Planning & BudgetingSquare Footage: Under 1500 sqftSurface Material: WoodNumber of Stories: One storyWhat do you want to paint?: A deck or porchComment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.NewProject Location: Schenectady, NY Date: 10/02/23Location: Home/ResidenceDesired Completion Date: More than 2 weeksRequest Stage: Ready to HireWhat is the occupancy of the house?: Furnished and occupiedHow many rooms do you want to paint?: 5+ roomsWhich rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): KitchenWhich rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): OtherWhat needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): CeilingWhat needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): WallWhat needs to be painted? (Check all that apply): TrimWhich rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Bathroom(s)Which rooms need to be painted? (Check all that apply): Living spaces (Bedroom, Hallways, Living Room, etc.)Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.NewProject Location: Schenectady, NY Date: 10/02/23Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexibleRequest Stage: Ready to HireLocation: Home/ResidenceNewProject Location: Schenectady, NY Date: 09/30/23Request Stage: Ready to HireDesired Completion Date: Within 2 weeksWhat do you want to paint?: Shutters and / or a front doorNumber of Stories: Two stories or moreSurface Material: WoodSquare Footage: I don't knowComment: I would like to get an estimate for an exterior painting service. I need my exterior shutter to be painted.
