Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. In Queensland, painters require a QBCC (Queensland Building and Construction Commission) licence for any painting work valued over $3,300. This is mandatory and non-negotiable. Before hiring any of Toowoomba's 10 listed painters, verify their licence status at my.qbcc.qld.gov.au. A licensed painter carries proper insurance and meets industry standards. Don't hire unlicensed operators — you'll have no recourse if something goes wrong.

Question 2

How much does it cost to paint a 3 bed house?

Accepted Answer

Pricing varies based on house size, prep work, and paint quality. Cowan Painting Services offers competitive pricing with free quotes, which is standard practice in Toowoomba. Most local painters (70% have websites) provide free onsite quotes. For a typical Queenslander-style 3-bedroom home, expect quotes to vary significantly depending on whether you're painting interior, exterior, or both. Get at least three written quotes before committing.

Question 3

Is it more expensive to paint the interior or exterior of a house?

Accepted Answer

Generally, exterior painting costs more due to weather exposure prep, scaffolding or ladder work, and premium weather-resistant paints. In Toowoomba, 70% of listed painters offer interior work while 60% handle exterior jobs. Exterior work on Queenslander homes with high-set weatherboard cladding requires more labour. Interior jobs are typically faster but still need careful prep. Request separate quotes for each to compare accurately.

Question 4

How to tell if a painter is good?

Accepted Answer

Check three things: QBCC licence status (mandatory for work over $3,300), online reviews, and references. Paintway - Toowoomba Painters holds 4.9★ across 113 reviews, while Cowan Painting Services has a perfect 5.0★ from 22 reviews. Ask to see photos of completed local jobs, particularly on similar Toowoomba housing styles. Good painters do thorough surface prep, provide detailed written quotes, and communicate clearly about timelines.

Question 5

What do I need to do to prepare for painters?

Accepted Answer

Clear furniture from walls, remove wall hangings, and cover or relocate valuables. Most professional painters in Toowoomba will handle drop sheets and masking, but confirm what's included in your quote. Ask upfront whether they'll fill holes, sand, and clean surfaces — proper prep determines paint longevity. For exterior jobs on Toowoomba's weatherboard Queenslanders, expect painters to pressure-wash and scrape peeling paint before starting.

Painters in Toowoomba

ACC Painting

Liam Francisco Painting Contractor

Crown Lux Painters

Nic Rice Painting - Painter and Decorator

Dexterity Painting Services

Red Dog's Painting & Decorating Pty Ltd

Paintway - Toowoomba Painters

Touchupman

Cowan Painting Services

Murphy’s Fix & Paint

J and L Graveling Painting

Reece Palmer Painting

Prestige Paint and Restoration

Langerak Painting and Decorating

Andrew Klein Painting

A & R Painting Pty Ltd

Hawkke Group

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