I'm moving into a 1900 sq ft home, and every inch of it needs a fresh coat of paint, including all trim, windows, walls, hallways, the attic, and interior doors. I received a quote of $13,000 for the job, which seems high to me since I've never had to handle such a large painting project before. In addition to painting, there will also be some minor repairs. Here's a breakdown of the quote: Living room walls - $1,400, Dining room walls - $800, Kitchen - $700, Entry - $300, All first floor trim (windows/stairs) - $1,600, Hallway leading to 2nd floor - $700, Pink bedroom including closet doors - $1,400, Small bedroom - $1,000, Bedroom 3 - $1,200, 3rd floor office - $800, 3rd floor bathroom - $600, All doors including front - $1,750, Half bath and side foyer - $600. Does this price seem reasonable?
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Honestly, that seems a bit steep. I had a larger home painted for slightly more, and they did a lot: sprayed all trim, removed doors, plus I got top-notch paint. I'd definitely look for a few more quotes to compare. You might find better deals out there.
Totally! Prices can be all over the place. It's worth checking!
It really depends on what other quotes you're getting. Prices for painting can vary wildly! Also, consider that labor costs have increased quite a bit over the last few years. Painting is often considered a DIY-friendly task, but given the size of your house, if that's the best quote you've received, you might want to take it if you're not up for doing it yourself. Just weigh the cost against your peace of mind.
Exactly! I tackled a smaller job myself, and it took way longer than expected.
Agreed! With little kids around, it’s tough to tackle such a big job yourself.
Definitely get more quotes; I wish I had shopped around more! Everyone’s booked solid, though.