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Interior Painting Cost Guide: What to Expect

Various factors influence a home’s total interior painting cost, from paint type and materials to repairs and labor. Use this guide to get an idea about how much you’ll likely have to pay to refresh your space with paint.

Interior Painting Average Cost

At All Decked Out Services, the average cost to paint the interior of a home starts at around $995. For this price, the team will fill small holes and cracks and apply paint on four walls using two coats. They will also provide finishing supplies.

If you want to include your door trim, windows, and floors in your interior painting project, the team charges an additional $300. It’s another $250 to cover the cost of paint and to apply an extra two coats for the ceiling. Note that these are the average costs for repainting a 10-foot by 11-foot room with a color similar to existing paint.

Factors That Affect Professional Interior Painting Costs

Painting contractors consider many variables when calculating the cost to repaint a house’s interior. Here are some of them:

Square Footage

Interior painting costs vary greatly based on the scale of the spaces to be painted. Painting a larger interior is almost always going to be more expensive. More square footage means more prep work needs to be done, more paint is necessary, and more physical labor is required to finish the job.

Paint Type and Quality

Paint usually costs anywhere from $15 to $100+ per gallon, depending on the paint finish, quality, and brand. Therefore, the paint you choose will significantly affect the total cost of your interior painting project. Choosing the cheapest option can be tempting, especially when you’re on a tight budget. However, premium-quality paint typically offers the most value for the money spent. Quality paint lasts longer, is easier to clean, and is less susceptible to damage.

Materials Needed

You’ll need more than just paint and primer to paint your interior. Besides equipment like sprayers and ladders, most painting supplies should be newly purchased for every job. Expect the cost of drop cloths, tape, paint brushes, rollers, etc. to be included in your quote.

Number of Coats

Applying two coats is the minimum for most interior painting. However, a single coat is acceptable in some cases. For example, one coat may suffice on a lightly scuffed surface or when you want to maintain the same color and sheen. More coats require using more paint, which increases the cost of your interior paint job.

Extra Preparation

Interior painting services normally include standard cleaning, sanding, and other basic preparation tasks. So, expect additional charges if your surface requires extra prep work. For example, the cost to repaint interior walls increases when painters have to do extensive cleaning or major repairs.

Job Complexity

Painters also consider job complexity when determining the project’s cost. You’ll likely pay more if you want an intricate design or several colors. Don’t forget to discuss your expectations and all the fine details with your prospective interior painter to ensure an accurate quote. Accessibility issues, such as painting in heights or tight spaces, can also affect the pricing.

Work Schedule and Discounts

Expect any interior painting service to cost more during the peak season. If you want to save money, consider scheduling your project in winter. More painters are available at this time of the year, and you’ll also most likely find seasonal discounts and other deals.

Calculating the Cost to Paint the Interior of Your Home

How much does it cost to repaint a house interior?” is a common question for homeowners tackling interior painting for the first time. You can refer to ballpark figures online or use online painting cost calculators to estimate the budget you’ll need. For a more accurate estimate, consider scheduling a free consultation with All Decked Out Services.

Send us a filled-out appointment request form, and we’ll send back an estimate within 24 hours of your inquiry. You can also call (717) 576-8013 or email us at [email protected]. If you book an appointment today, you’ll get 10% off our residential interior painting services.