House Painting Cost in Ottawa (2026)
Average cost in Ottawa
$4,000 — $27,000
$2 — $7 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedSkilled painting and prep work
70%
Paint, primer, and consumables
20%
Scaffolding, insurance, and transport
10%
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
$3,600 — $5,400
Based on 12 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$9,351
Today
$9,679
House Painting in Ottawa is ↑ 3.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $327 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 Ottawa
Verified providersHERO PRO HOUSE PAINTERS Ottawa
851 Industrial Ave #119, Ottawa, ON K1G 4L3, Canada
124 reviews
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💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
For a standard 2,000 sq ft home, interior painting typically ranges from $4,200 to $9,500, while a full exterior repaint averages between $3,000 and $8,000. A combined full-house project averages approximately $11,000.
Professional painting companies in Ottawa generally charge between $40 and $80 per hour per painter. Independent contractors or student painters may offer lower rates between $20 and $35 per hour.
Painting a single standard-sized room (approx. 120-150 sq ft) typically costs between $400 and $1,000, depending on whether ceilings, trim, and doors are included in the scope.
Yes, exterior painting for a two-story home can cost up to 50% more than a single-story home due to the need for scaffolding, ladders, and increased labor time for safety and access.
Booking during the 'off-season' (late fall and winter) can result in savings of 10% to 15%, as many local contractors offer discounts to fill their schedules during the colder months.
📊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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