House Painting Cost in Oshawa (2026)
Average cost in Oshawa
$1,850 — $15,500
$3 — $6 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSkilled painting and application
75%
Premium paint and primers
15%
Sanding, caulking, and masking
7%
Scaffolding, brushes, and drop cloths
3%
HST at 13%
📋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
$3,708 — $5,562
Based on 8 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$6,648
Today
$6,900
House Painting in Oshawa is ↑ 3.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about $253 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 Oshawa
Verified providersHM Professional Painters
1063 Somerville St, Oshawa, ON L1G 4K4, Canada
124 reviews
Fice Multi Trade Inc.
285 Taunton Rd E Ste 4416, Oshawa, ON L1G 3V4, Canada
45 reviews
Brock Painting & Contracting
509 Cochrane St, Whitby, ON L1N 5J7, Canada
16 reviews
CertaPro Painters of Oshawa/Pickering
420 King St W, Oshawa, ON L1J 2K8, Canada
131 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 2,000 sq ft interior in Oshawa typically ranges from $5,500 to $8,500 CAD, depending on whether ceilings and trim are included.
Many GTA-based contractors charge a travel fee of approximately $100 for projects in Oshawa, though this is often waived for jobs exceeding $5,000.
The exterior painting season in Oshawa runs from May to October. Booking in the 'off-peak' months of late fall or early spring can result in discounts of 10-15%.
A standard bedroom or office (approx. 120-150 sq ft) costs between $400 and $900 CAD, including two coats of premium paint and minor wall repairs.
📊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 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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