Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Edmonton (2026)

Average cost in Edmonton

$11,259avg

$6,100 — $28,000

$2 — $7 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Alberta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional painting and application

$3,965 — $18,200

65%

Materials

Premium paint, primer, and sundries

$1,220 — $5,600

20%

Preparation

Sanding, masking, and minor repairs

$610 — $2,800

10%

Overhead & Insurance

WCB, liability, and equipment

$305 — $1,400

5%

🧾GST (5%) — Alberta
Base cost + $563 tax$11,822

GST at 5%

📋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

$4,185

$3,348 — $5,022

Based on 9 sources and market data for Edmonton. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$10,572

Today

$11,259

House Painting in Edmonton is 6.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $687 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 Edmonton

Verified providers
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Alberta Painting LTD | Painters Edmonton

8033 Evans Cres NW, Edmonton, AB T6M 0T7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

188 reviews

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Raydian Painting

10764 178 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 1J3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

151 reviews

🔨

Pro Co Painting

4607 92 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6B 2J4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

244 reviews

🔨

iPaint Painting

9821 33 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1B6, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

164 reviews

🔨

Mill Creek Painters Edmonton

10060 Jasper Ave Tower 1 Suite, Edmonton, AB T5J 3R8, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

191 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

For a standard 2,000 sq ft home, interior painting typically ranges from $4,200 to $11,000 CAD. This includes walls, ceilings, and trim. High-end finishes or significant drywall repair can push costs toward the $15,000+ mark.

Exterior projects for a two-story residence generally fall between $6,000 and $12,000 CAD. Factors such as siding material (stucco vs. vinyl) and the need for specialized equipment like boom lifts significantly impact the final quote.

In 2026, professional painting contractors in Edmonton charge between $60 and $110 per hour. These rates are approximately 14% higher than the Canadian national average due to regional labor shortages and higher operational costs in Alberta.

Costs have risen by an estimated 6.5% year-over-year. This is driven by an 8-9% increase in material prices from major suppliers like Sherwin-Williams and Pittsburgh Paints, alongside a 4% rise in skilled trade wages across Northern Alberta.

📊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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