Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, for residential painting work valued over $5,000, painters must hold a Contractor Licence — Painting and Decorating issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989. Always ask for your painter's licence number and verify it at nsw.gov.au/fair-trading before signing a contract. Of the 30 painters listed in Sydney, 97% have websites where you can typically find this information upfront.

Question 2

How much does a painter charge per hour in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Hourly rates in Sydney typically range from $25 to $60 per hour according to Painters Near Me, who note customers can save up to 40% by comparing quotes. Most of the 30 listed Sydney painters offer free quotes — including OPC Painting Sydney, Clear Finish Painting, and Paintastic Coatings — so it's worth getting multiple estimates before committing to anyone.

Question 3

Is interior or exterior painting more expensive in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Exterior painting generally costs more due to surface prep, weather protection requirements, and working at height. Of Sydney painters, 87% specialise in residential work, 83% offer interior services, and 67% handle exterior jobs — suggesting exterior work requires more specialised skills. Always get separate quotes for each; most Sydney painters including Mk master Pty Ltd offer free assessments to price accurately.

Question 4

How do I find a good painter in Sydney?

Accepted Answer

Start with providers that have strong review histories: Spot Painting Au PTY LTD (5.0★, 106 reviews), opal professional company (5.0★, 98 reviews), and Siam Painting Sydney PTY LTD (5.0★, 91 reviews) are top-rated locally. Verify their NSW Fair Trading licence, get at least three written quotes, and ask to see photos of completed projects similar to yours before deciding.

Question 5

Do painters in Sydney offer emergency or weekend services?

Accepted Answer

Only 7% of Sydney's 30 listed painters advertise 24/7 or emergency availability, as painting typically isn't urgent work requiring after-hours callouts. Most work standard business hours Monday to Friday. If you need weekend painting to minimise disruption, ask specifically when booking — many will accommodate but may charge weekend rates not advertised on their standard pricing.

Painters in Sydney

Tony Isgrove's Painting and Decorating

Kathmandu Roof Painting

Colour Life Painting

Sydney PaiNTing Experts PTY LTD

Mi Painting & Maintenance

K Painting

AKD Painting

Men In White

Personal Painters Pty Ltd

Colourcast Painting and Decorating

Spot Painting Au PTY LTD

Rafael`s Painting & Maintenance

Pink Panther Painting

C STAR Painting And Decorating

Empire Painting Co

Siam Painting Sydney PTY LTD

Dupaint Sydney

Magic hand painting and decoration Sydney

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