Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Barrie (2026)

Average cost in Barrie

$5,183avg

$1,800 — $12,500

$2 — $7 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
10 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled painting and application

$3,780 — $9,000

72%

Materials

Premium paint, primer, and sundries

$945 — $2,250

18%

Preparation

Sanding, patching, and masking

$315 — $750

6%

Overhead & Insurance

WSIB, liability, and equipment

$210 — $500

4%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $674 tax$5,857

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$4,866

Today

$5,183

House Painting in Barrie is 6.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $316 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢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
★★★★★

161 reviews

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Turtle Painting

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

5.0
★★★★★

110 reviews

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Painting Pro

48 Nicklaus Dr, Barrie, ON L4M 6V8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

48 reviews

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Painting Without Limits

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

4.9
★★★★½

59 reviews

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Fresh Look Painting Services

7 Benson Dr, Barrie, ON L4N 7X7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

58 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, Barrie homeowners typically pay between $4,200 and $9,500 for a full interior. The lower end covers walls only, while the higher end includes ceilings, trim, and doors at a rate of approximately $4.70 to $6.75 per sq. ft.

The average hourly rate for a professional painter in Barrie ranges from $30 to $60. Specialized contractors or those handling complex prep work may charge between $80 and $90 per hour.

For a standard 1,500–2,000 sq. ft. home, exterior painting costs in Barrie range from $3,000 to $7,000. Factors such as siding type (brick vs. stucco) and the number of stories significantly impact the final quote.

Premium paint prices in Ontario have risen by 8–15% in 2026 due to raw material shortages. A gallon of high-end paint like Benjamin Moore Aura now costs between $85 and $95 CAD.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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