House Painting Cost in Vancouver (2026)
Average cost in Vancouver
$3,500 – $25,000
$2 – $7 per sq ft
In Vancouver, the average is $11,613 and most projects cost between $3,500 and $25,000, or about $2 – $7 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional painting and application
75%
Premium low-VOC paint and primers
15%
WCB, liability, and project management
10%
GST+PST at 12%
📋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 Vancouver
Likely range $5,226 – $25,000
- Labor75%$8,710
- Materials15%$1,742
- Overhead & Insurance10%$1,161
Interior only
$11,613
Exterior only
$16,258
Interior + Exterior
$25,549
Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Vancouver. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$11,275
Today
$11,613
House Painting in Vancouver is ↑ 3.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $338 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 Vancouver
Verified providersNeighbourhood Painters LTD
1205 E 20th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5V 1P1, Canada
179 reviews
Luxe Layers Interior & Exterior Painting Services Vancouver
4228 Fraser St, Vancouver, BC V5V 2H8, Canada
100 reviews
WOW 1 DAY PAINTING Vancouver
640 W Broadway #205, Vancouver, BC V6H 2P8, Canada
567 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, a full interior repaint for a 2,000 sq. ft. home typically ranges from $8,000 to $15,000 CAD, depending on whether ceilings, trim, and doors are included.
Exterior projects for detached homes generally fall between $8,000 and $15,000 CAD. Basic jobs for smaller bungalows can start at $3,500, while high-end heritage restorations can exceed $25,000.
Professional painting companies in Vancouver charge between $40 and $80 per hour per painter. Independent contractors may offer lower rates, but larger firms include WCB and $5M liability insurance in their pricing.
Due to the Pacific Northwest's wet climate, surface preparation (scraping, sanding, and treating mildew) often accounts for 50% to 60% of the total labor cost to ensure a finish lasts 10-15 years.
📊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: 1 months 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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