House Painting Cost in Nashville (2026)
Average cost in Nashville
$3,200 – $12,500
$3 – $7 per sq ft
In Nashville, the average is $6,974 and most projects cost between $3,200 and $12,500, or about $3 – $7 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional painting crew and project management
65%
Premium paint (Sherwin-Williams/Benjamin Moore) and sundries
22%
Power washing, scraping, caulking, and minor repairs
10%
Disposal fees and local Nashville permit requirements
3%
Sales Tax at 7%
📋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 project
LiveYour estimate in Nashville
Likely range $3,200 – $12,499
- Labor65%$4,533
- Materials22%$1,534
- Surface Prep10%$697
- Permits & Fees3%$209
Interior only
$6,974
Exterior only
$9,764
Interior + Exterior
$15,344
Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Nashville. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$6,611
Today
$6,974
House Painting in Nashville is ↑ 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $364 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 Nashville
Verified providersPaint EZ of Nashville
9005 Overlook Blvd #581, Brentwood, TN 37027, USA
431 reviews
Nashville House Painters
3561 Country Way Rd, Antioch, TN 37013, USA
146 reviews
Nash Painting
320 Seven Springs Way Ste 250, Brentwood, TN 37027, USA
270 reviews
Nashville Painting Professionals
5605 Ohio Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, USA
124 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
Nashville's average summer humidity of 70-80% requires specific timing for exterior projects to ensure proper adhesion. Contractors often charge a premium for high-performance, moisture-resistant paints (costing $60-$110 per gallon) to prevent premature peeling.
Yes, homes in districts like Germantown or 12South must adhere to Metro Historic Zoning Commission (MHZC) guidelines. This can increase costs by 15-20% due to required specific color palettes and the preservation of original trim details.
For homes built before 1978, common in East Nashville, contractors must follow EPA RRP-lead-safe practices. This typically adds $1,500 to $3,500 to a project for specialized containment, HEPA vacuuming, and disposal.
Booking during the off-peak winter months (November–February) can result in 5-15% lower quotes. Peak season in Nashville runs from April to September, where labor rates can spike to $70+/hour due to high demand.
📊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: 1 months 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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