House Painting Cost in Montreal (2026)
Average cost in Montreal
$2,500 — $11,500
$2 — $7 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional application and cleanup
70%
Paint, primer, and sundries
20%
Sanding, patching, and masking
10%
GST+QST at 14.98%
📋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
$3,312 — $4,968
Based on 8 sources and market data for Montreal. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$5,441
Today
$5,670
House Painting in Montreal is ↑ 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $229 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 Montreal
Verified providersQA Painting Company
12320 Rue Lachapelle, Montréal, QC H4J 2M8, Canada
142 reviews
NDG Restoration and Painting
4070 R. Mackenzie, Montréal, QC H3S 1E6, Canada
100 reviews
Peintre Pro
65 Bd Brunswick, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC H9B 2N4, Canada
201 reviews
CREO Peinture - Peintre
4388 R. Saint-Denis Suite 200, Montréal, QC H2J 2L1, Canada
451 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, painting a standard 12x12 room in Montreal typically costs between $450 and $950 CAD, depending on whether ceilings and trim are included.
For a standard 2-story detached home (approx. 2,000 sq ft), exterior painting ranges from $3,500 to $7,500 CAD, influenced by siding type and prep work.
Yes, ceilings over 10 feet typically add a surcharge of $0.75 to $1.50 per square foot due to the need for specialized ladders or scaffolding.
Exterior projects are often priced higher due to the short season and the requirement for premium weather-resistant acrylics, which cost $65–$95 per gallon.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 8+ 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: 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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