Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Kelowna (2026)

Average cost in Kelowna

$7,387avg

$3,500 — $14,500

$3 — $7 per sq ft

+4.2% YoY
10 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
British Columbia

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled painting and surface preparation

$2,625 — $10,875

75%

Paint & Primer

Mid-to-premium grade coatings

$525 — $2,175

15%

Consumables

Tape, drop cloths, and sanding supplies

$175 — $725

5%

Overhead & Insurance

Business licensing, WSIB, and liability

$175 — $725

5%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $886 tax$8,273

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

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$7,089

Today

$7,387

House Painting in Kelowna is 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $298 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 Kelowna

Verified providers
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GenX Painting

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

5.0
★★★★★

98 reviews

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B & H Painting and Decorating

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

5.0
★★★★★

74 reviews

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Okanagan Pro Painters

527 Clayton Crescent, Kelowna, BC V1X 7P3, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

19 reviews

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MY HOME PAINTING

Pettman Rd, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2R7, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

155 reviews

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CertaPro Painters of Okanagan

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

4.7
★★★★½

112 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, homeowners in Kelowna typically pay between $6,000 and $9,000 CAD for a full interior repaint, which includes walls, trim, and baseboards for a standard-sized home.

Professional painters in the Okanagan region currently charge between $25 and $50 CAD per hour, with the average base salary for experienced tradespeople sitting at approximately $28.01 CAD per hour.

For a 1,500–2,500 sq. ft. two-story home, exterior painting costs range from $3,000 to $6,200 CAD, though complex siding or high-access areas can push premium quotes toward $10,000 CAD.

Standard wall-only rates in Kelowna range from $3.00 to $4.00 per sq. ft.; adding ceilings and trim typically increases the total by $1.50 to $2.50 per sq. ft. due to the increased labor and precision required.

📊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: 2 weeks 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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