Question 1

Do you need a licence to be a painter in Australia?

Accepted Answer

In New South Wales, painters need a Contractor Licence (Painting and Decorating) from NSW Fair Trading for residential jobs over $5,000. This covers most house painting work—Albons Handyman & Painting charges from $4,000 for a 2-bedroom property, so anything larger requires a licensed tradie. Always ask for their licence number and verify it at nsw.gov.au/fair-trading before signing. Don't risk hiring unlicensed operators—you'll have no insurance protection if something goes wrong.

Question 2

How much does it cost to paint a house in Australia?

Accepted Answer

In Albury, expect $4,000–$10,000+ depending on home size. Albons Handyman & Painting charges from $4,000 for a standard 2-bedroom, $7,000 for 3-bedroom, and $10,000 for 4-bedroom properties. Twin City Painters uses customised quoting with competitive rates. All 7 local painters offer free quotes, so get at least three to compare. Interior work is typically cheaper than exterior due to less prep and weather exposure.

Question 3

How long does it take to paint a 3 bedroom house exterior?

Accepted Answer

Typically 4–7 days for exterior work on a standard 3-bedroom Albury home, depending on weatherboard condition, paint layers needed, and weather delays. Preparation (scraping, sanding, repairs) takes longer than actual painting. With 100% of Albury's 7 painters offering residential services and 71% doing exterior work, you've got options—but none advertise 24-hour availability, so plan around their schedules and book early during busy spring/summer months.

Question 4

How to tell if a painter is good?

Accepted Answer

Check their NSW Fair Trading licence first, then read recent reviews—Jesse Tanner painter & decorator has 5.0★ from 46 reviews, while Albons and Twin City Painters also rate 5.0★ and 4.9★ respectively. Ask for photos of completed local jobs (Albury's housing stock varies from weatherboard Californian bungalows to brick veneer). A good painter provides detailed written quotes, explains prep work, and offers warranties on workmanship.

Question 5

What do I need to do to prepare for painters?

Accepted Answer

Move furniture away from walls, remove wall hangings, and clear access paths. Most Albury painters handle wall cleaning and minor repairs as part of prep work, but confirm this upfront—it affects your quote. Cover floors yourself if you want extra protection. For exterior jobs, trim back plants near walls and ensure the painter can access all sides. With 71% of local painters maintaining websites, check their specific prep requirements before starting.

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