Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Barrie (2026)

Average cost in Barrie

$4,500avg

$1,500 — $10,000

$2 — $6 per sq ft

+5.2% YoY
6 sources
Updated today
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Painter wages and overhead

$900 — $6,000

60%

Materials

Paint, primer, and supplies

$300 — $2,000

20%

Preparation

Sanding, caulking, and minor repairs

$225 — $1,500

15%

Equipment & Setup

Scaffolding, drop cloths, and masking

$75 — $500

5%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $585 tax$5,085

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Interior or exterior paint (2 coats)
  • Primer
  • Surface preparation (sanding, patching)
  • Trim painting
  • Masking & protection
  • Cleanup

Typically Excludes

  • Wallpaper removal
  • Extensive repairs (drywall, siding)
  • Lead paint abatement
  • Specialty finishes (faux, texture)
  • Deck or fence staining

Based on painting a standard 1,500 sq ft home exterior or 3-4 rooms interior.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$4,500

$3,600 — $5,400

Based on 6 sources and market data for Barrie. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Painting Contractors in Barrie

Verified providers
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Wagg's Painting

33 River Ridge Rd, Barrie, ON L4N 7G2, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

156 reviews

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Turtle Painting

25 Hart Dr Unit 9, Barrie, ON L4N 5R8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

106 reviews

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Painting Without Limits

233 Innisfil St #5, Barrie, ON L4N 3E9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

57 reviews

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Get It Done Right Painting

190 Minet's Point Rd #5, Barrie, ON L4N 8J8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

46 reviews

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Fresh Look Painting Services

7 Benson Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 7X8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

57 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In 2026, the average cost to paint a full home interior in Barrie ranges from $3,158 to $7,000. A standard 2,000 sq. ft. home typically costs around $5,000 for a professional two-coat application.

Professional exterior painters in Barrie generally charge between $2.25 and $4.00 per square foot. Factors like siding material, height access, and extensive prep work can push costs up to $6.00 per square foot for complex jobs.

For a standard 12' x 12' bedroom in Barrie, you can expect to pay between $450 and $745. Larger rooms like living rooms typically range from $600 to $970.

A gallon of mid-range paint from reputable brands costs between $50 and $80 CAD, while premium paints can range from $90 to $120 CAD per gallon.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 6+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.