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Top 10 Painting
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TradeRefer lists 10 painting businesses in Sydney with an average Google rating of 4.9 across 456 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Sydney: $40–$70/hr

Ranked #2026

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4.9★ Avg Rating

456 reviews

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Top 10 Painting in Sydney — Ranked by Rating

Sorted by public Google rating, highest first. All ABN-checked.

#1
Top Rated 2026
SYDNEY PAINTING EXPERTS PTY LTD
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SYDNEY PAINTING EXPERTS PTY LTD

Sydney Painting Experts offers a full range of services, including House Painting, Office Painting, Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, and Strata Painting.

5.0(143 reviews)
Sydney
#2
opal professional company
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opal professional company

As professional painters of commercial & residential buildings painting in Sydney. House painter, best house color +61 401007374

5.0(98 reviews)
Sydney
#3
Upscale Painting & Decorating
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Upscale Painting & Decorating

Looking for Professional painters in Sydney area with advanced Technology & an affordable budget? Visit our website & Call us to discuss your next painting job with Professional painters Sydney area.

5.0(72 reviews)
Sydney
#4
OPC Painting Sydney
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OPC Painting Sydney

Most Trusted and Local Sydney Painters CBD. OPC Painting Offer 5 Years of Warranty on All Type Painting Services Near You. FREE Quote Now.

5.0(33 reviews)
Sydney
#5
Paintastic Coatings | Sydney | Clovelly | Bondi | Maroubra | Richmond | Windsor | Springwood | Glenbrook | Castle Hill
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Paintastic Coatings | Sydney | Clovelly | Bondi | Maroubra | Richmond | Windsor | Springwood | Glenbrook | Castle Hill

Paintastic Coatings provides residential, commercial & industrial painting and decorating services in Sydney. Call our professional painters on1300 083 882

5.0(10 reviews)
Sydney
#6
Sydney Shine Painting
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Sydney Shine Painting

Sydney Shine Painting is a highly rated painter business serving Sydney and surrounding areas in NSW. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 4 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painter providers in the area. Contact Sydney Shine Painting today — call +61291919786 or visit their website for a free quote.

5.0(4 reviews)
Sydney
#7
Brush Painting
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Brush Painting

Brush Painting is a highly rated painting business serving North Sydney and surrounding areas in NSW. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 4 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Brush Painting today — call +61 401 789 200 or visit their website for a free quote.

5.0(4 reviews)
North Sydney
#8
Platinum Painting Company
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Platinum Painting Company

Platinum Painting Company | Dulux Accredited Master Sydney Painter | Sydney Painter All Suburbs | Strata, Commercial & Residential | 20+ yrs Experience

4.9(53 reviews)
North Sydney
#9
Sydney Inner West Painters
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Sydney Inner West Painters

Sydney Inner West Painters specialises in painting Sydney’s Older Homes in the Inner West. We know old homes, we’ve been making Sydney’s Old Homes special for over 30 years.

4.9(38 reviews)
Sydney
#10
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Painting CML

Leading commercial painting contractors in Sydney with over 20 years of experience. We offer interior and exterior painting services. Call us 02 8007 5220

4.0(1 reviews)
Sydney

How Much Do Painting Cost in Sydney?

Based on New South Wales industry rates. Always get 2–3 written quotes.

Typical Range

$40–$70

/hr

After-Hours

$105

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$55

Sydney market

Estimates only. Always request a written quote before authorising work.

Painting Licensing in New South Wales

In NSW, painting contractors are not required to hold a trade licence for most residential work. Home building work over $20,000 requires a contractor licence.

How to Choose the Best Painting in Sydney

A checklist before hiring any painting in Sydney, Sydney.

  1. 1

    Verify their electrical licence is current at your state's electrical safety authority (e.g. Energy Safe Victoria, NSW Fair Trading).

  2. 2

    Confirm they carry public liability insurance of at least $5 million — ask to see the certificate.

  3. 3

    Get 2–3 written quotes for any job over $500. A written quote protects both parties and clarifies the full scope.

  4. 4

    Check their Google and TradeRefer ratings — look for consistent reviews mentioning punctuality, clean workmanship, and clear communication.

  5. 5

    Ask whether they'll provide a Certificate of Compliance (electrical safety certificate) on completion, as required by law in most states.

FAQs — Painting in Sydney, Sydney

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

Interior painting of a standard 3-bedroom home typically costs $3,500–$8,000. Exterior painting ranges from $4,000–$12,000 depending on size, storeys, and surface condition. Rates are $40–$70/hr for labour.

How many coats of paint are needed?

Most surfaces need at least 2 coats for full coverage. Over dark colours or bare surfaces, a primer coat plus 2 topcoats is standard. Skipping coats to save money often results in patchy coverage and early failure.

What is the best time of year to paint the exterior of a house in Australia?

Spring and autumn are ideal — avoid extreme heat (over 35°C) which causes paint to dry too fast and blister, and don't paint in the rain or direct frost. In tropical/coastal areas, avoid the wet season for exterior work.

Do painters clean up after themselves?

Reputable painters will cover furniture, protect floors, remove outlet covers, and clean up all materials, drop sheets, and paint cans. Always confirm this is included in your quote.

What's the difference between acrylic and oil-based paint?

Acrylic (water-based) paint dries faster, has less odour, and is the standard for most interior and exterior use. Oil-based paints are more durable and provide a harder finish, commonly used for trims, doors, and cabinetry.

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