House Painting Cost in Houston (2026)
Average cost in Houston
US$3,500 — US$9,500
US$2 — US$5 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional application and setup
60%
Premium paint and supplies
20%
Power washing, scraping, and caulking
15%
Insurance and local fees
5%
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$3,240 — US$4,860
Based on 12 sources and market data for Houston. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$5,901
Today
US$6,126
House Painting in Houston is ↑ 3.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$224 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 Houston
Verified providersCertaPro Painters of Central & Northeast Houston
8584 Katy Fwy #305, Houston, TX 77024, USA
533 reviews
That 1 Painter Houston
7102 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste 224, Houston, TX 77040, USA
220 reviews
Liberty Painting - Houston, TX
5210 Spruce St, Bellaire, TX 77401, USA
245 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
High humidity requires specialized mildewcide additives and extended drying times between coats. In 2026, this typically adds $0.50 to $0.75 per square foot to the preparation phase to ensure proper adhesion.
A standard 2,000 sq ft two-story home in Houston costs between $5,500 and $9,500. The 30-50% premium over single-story homes accounts for extension ladders, scaffolding, and increased safety labor.
Late fall (October-November) and early spring (March-April) are the most cost-effective times. Painting during these windows avoids the 90%+ summer humidity and extreme heat that can cause paint to bubble or fail prematurely.
Hardie board, common in Houston's newer construction, costs $1.75 to $3.25 per square foot to paint. It is generally more affordable than wood ($2.00-$3.75) because it requires less intensive scraping and sanding.
📊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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