What is the price of Painting a House?

 

There is more to owning a home than your mortgage payments and homeowners insurance premiums. Additionally, you'll need to consider the necessary expenses to keep your home looking good. This leads to a logical question: How much does it cost to paint a house?

According to HomeAdvisor, the national average for interior house painting jobs is just over $1,900 (between $2 and $6 per square foot), while the national average for exterior house painting jobs is just over $3,000 (between $0.50 and $3.50 per square foot). In spite of this, painting expenses can be as diverse as the walls they cover.

Depending on the size of the job, the condition of the surface being painted, and the location, the cost per square foot and the type of paint to be used will vary greatly," says Alison Bruce, senior marketing manager at PPG.

How does the cost of painting a house vary?

You can estimate the cost of painting your house by looking at the materials. A gallon of paint can cost between $25 and $50, with some high-end brands costing $100 or more. Approximately 350 square feet can be covered by one gallon.

In addition, there is the person who does the painting. You can expect to pay between 70% and 85% of your total cost for labor for a paint job.

Lastly, the cost of goods and services varies depending on your geographic location, as with most home improvement jobs. The total cost of painting the exterior of a 1,500-square-foot home in New York City, for example, is estimated at $7,410 ($4.94 per square foot) versus a maximum of $5,419 ($3.61 per square foot) for one in Indianapolis.

House painting cost calculation

Generally, exterior paint jobs cost more than interior paint jobs. Paints recommended for the outside of the house can cost up to 25% more per gallon than those recommended for the inside.

House Exterior painting costs 

A survey data shows the average cost of painting the exterior of a house ranges from $1,900 to $6,900. One determining factor is the square footage of the paintable area.

The cost of painting a 1,500 square foot house with a paintable area of 1,200 square feet could range from $1,200 to $4,800. An average home with 3,000 square feet and 2,500 square feet of paintable area may cost between $2,500 and $10,000. If your home is 5,000 square feet but has a paintable area of 4,200, you may have to pay $16,000 for it.

There can also be a significant difference in your final bill based on the type of siding you choose. The following is a breakdown of the price ranges for properties between 1,500 and 2,000 square feet:

House Interior painting costs

House interior painting costs vary based on square footage, number of rooms, room type, room size, and whether ceilings, trim, and texture are included. According to survey, painting the interior of a house costs between $1,200 and $3,900.

It will cost $0.50 to $1 per square foot to add texture, while it will cost $1 to $2 per square foot to add ceilings. Expect to pay an additional $1 to $4 per linear foot if you want the trim painted.

Budgeting for interior painting supplies is as simple as this: The glossier the product, the more you'll spend. You will also pay more depending on the brand. As an example, Valspar flat runs between $15 and $55 a gallon while Benjamin Moore runs between $43 and $83. A gallon of Glidden satin paint will cost between $23 and $29, but a gallon of Behr satin paint will cost between $31 and $45.

Bonus tip- Professional painters can save you up to 50% off the sticker price if you buy from them.

When should you repaint your house?

You might lock in your mortgage term for 30 years, but your painting needs will arise more frequently.

The exterior of a home should be painted every seven years. If high-quality paint is used on the interior of the home, it can last 10-plus years, says Tom Ashley, Jr., president of Louisiana-based Expand Inc. and 2020 chair of the National Association of Home Builders Remodelers Council.

The exterior material of your home, the type and quality of the paint you use, and the weather all play a role in how often you should repaint it. It is possible for paint to degrade faster in the sun, especially when you choose a cheaper quality paint. It's time to repaint your home if you notice flaking, peeling, bubbling, fading, or color changes.

The best way to pay for house painting

Consider taking out a personal loan if the cost of painting your home is too high. These can be used for a variety of home improvement projects. Even though you will pay interest, you won't have to worry about your savings account drying up while the paint dries.

To help manage the cost of dressing up your property, you could also consider a home equity loan. Before borrowing against your home, make sure you understand whether it's a smart move. A home equity loan may be the best way to finance a house painting project depending on the type of loan, the interest rate and your capacity to repay.