Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Kelowna (2026)

Average cost in Kelowna

$6,250avg

$4,000 — $10,000

$3 — $6 per sq ft

+5.5% YoY
4 sources
Updated today
British Columbia

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Painter hourly wages ($40-$60/hr)

$2,400 — $6,000

60%

Materials

Paint, primer, and supplies

$1,000 — $2,500

25%

Prep Work

Patching, sanding, and power washing

$400 — $1,000

10%

Equipment & Overhead

Scaffolding, ladders, and insurance

$200 — $500

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $750 tax$7,000

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$4,725

$3,780 — $5,670

Based on 4 sources and market data for Kelowna. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Painting Contractors in Kelowna

Verified providers
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MY HOME PAINTING

Pettman Rd, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 3M7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

144 reviews

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GenX Painting

166 Cariboo Rd, Kelowna, BC V1X 4R4, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

95 reviews

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B & H Painting and Decorating

2829 Glen Ct, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1C8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

73 reviews

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CertaPro Painters of Okanagan

1625 Dilworth Dr #205, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8M4, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

97 reviews

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Pro Painters

520 S Crest Dr, Kelowna, BC V1W 4W7, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

36 reviews

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💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

For a 1,500 to 2,000 square foot home in Kelowna, you can expect to pay between $4,000 and $8,000 for a full interior paint job, and $4,500 to $8,000+ for exterior painting depending on prep work and paint quality.

Professional painters in Kelowna typically charge between $2.50 and $4.50 per square foot for interior painting, and $2.75 to $6.00 per square foot for exterior painting, which includes basic prep and standard materials.

Most professional painters in Kelowna charge between $40 and $60 per hour, though freelance painters may charge $25 to $50, and larger companies can charge $60 to $100+ per hour for specialized or complex jobs.

Yes, exterior painting generally costs more due to weather factors, ladder work, and extensive prep like power washing and scraping. Exterior projects in Kelowna often range from $4,500 to $12,000+ depending on the home's size and condition.

📊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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.