House Painting Cost in Dallas (2026)
Average cost in Dallas
US$2,500 — US$12,000
US$2 — US$7 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSkilled painting and application
75%
Premium UV-resistant paint and primer
15%
Power washing, scraping, and caulking
7%
Scaffolding, ladders, and insurance
3%
Sales Tax at 6.25%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically 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
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$3,420 — US$5,130
Based on 12 sources and market data for Dallas. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$5,363
Today
US$5,550
House Painting in Dallas is ↑ 3.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$188 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 Dallas
Verified providersThat 1 Painter Dallas
2435 North Central Expressway 12th floor, Richardson, TX 75080, USA
282 reviews
Next Door Painting
203 E Worth St Ste 100, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA
167 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
Yes, most Dallas-area HOAs in Plano, Frisco, and McKinney require color-match approval. Using pre-approved neutral palettes can speed up the process, while unapproved changes can result in fines or a requirement to repaint.
Contractors recommend premium lines like Sherwin-Williams Duration or Benjamin Moore Aura. These paints are specifically formulated for high UV resistance and elasticity to prevent cracking during North Texas's 100°F+ summer temperature swings.
Intensive prep work, including wood rot repair or scraping peeling paint, typically adds $500 to $1,500 to the total project cost. In Dallas, proper caulking is essential to prevent moisture damage during humid spring months.
Spring (April to early June) and Fall (September to October) are ideal. Booking during the 'off-season' of January to March can often secure discounts of 8% to 12% from local contractors.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
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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