Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Saskatoon (2026)

Average cost in Saskatoon

$5,500avg

$3,000 — $10,000

$3 — $8 per sq ft

+6.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated today
Saskatchewan

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Prep, painting, and cleanup

$2,250 — $7,500

75%

Paint & Primer

Premium and mid-range paint

$540 — $1,800

18%

Supplies & Equipment

Tape, drop cloths, brushes

$210 — $700

7%

🧾GST+PST (11%) — Saskatchewan
Base cost + $605 tax$6,105

GST+PST at 11%

📋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

$3,825

$3,060 — $4,590

Based on 8 sources and market data for Saskatoon. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

🏢Top Painting Contractors in Saskatoon

Verified providers
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Revive Painting & Wall Coverings

304 Edson St, Saskatoon, SK S7J 0P9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

215 reviews

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Cronin's Painting Ltd

1624 Jackson Ave, Saskatoon, SK S7H 2N4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

60 reviews

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The Prairie Painter

918 Glasgow St, Saskatoon, SK S7J 5K1, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

78 reviews

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Kays Painting & Home Maintenance

315 Brookshire Crescent, Saskatoon, SK S7V 1H2, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

38 reviews

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Next Level Painting

318 105 Street East #9, Saskatoon, SK S7N 1Z3, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

130 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 1,500 sq ft home in Saskatoon typically costs between $4,000 and $9,056, depending on the condition of the walls, ceiling height, and the quality of paint used.

Professional painters in Saskatoon generally charge between $40 and $80 per hour, which covers preparation, painting, and cleanup. Independent surveys show the typical base wage is around $24 to $33 per hour before overhead.

Exterior painting for an average-sized home in Saskatoon ranges from $5,500 to $8,500. Small homes can start around $3,000, while large or character homes can exceed $13,000.

Budget latex paints cost around $25 to $40 per gallon, while premium paints from brands like Benjamin Moore or Sherwin-Williams range from $70 to over $120 per gallon.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.