Top 10 Painting
in Brisbane, Brisbane
TradeRefer lists 5 painting businesses in Brisbane with an average Google rating of 4.9★ across 475 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.
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Top 5 Painting in Brisbane — Ranked by Rating
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Brisbane Professional Painters
Brisbane Professional Painters is a highly rated painting business serving Brisbane and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 115 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Brisbane Professional Painters today — call +61 411 717 176 or visit their website for a free quote.
A.R. Painting Solutions Pty Ltd
Professional Brisbane Painting Services - Master Painters Qld - Dulux Accredited - Residential - Commercial - Heritage Painting Specialists
DHPainting
Your local, family-run painting experts in Brisbane for over 15 years. Get top-quality, on-time services. Call now for a free quote!
DC Decorators & Painters Brisbane
DC Decorators & Painters Brisbane is a highly rated painting business serving East Brisbane and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 4.9-star rating from 41 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact DC Decorators & Painters Brisbane today — call +61 406 634 769 or visit their website for a free quote.
Pearl Painting Deco
For all your Painting Services, Roof restoring Quality work for Affordable prices, Licensed insured, Free quotes 0406611400
How Much Do Painting Cost in Brisbane?
Based on Queensland industry rates. Always get 2–3 written quotes.
Typical Range
$40–$70
/hr
After-Hours
$105
Emergency callout
Avg Hourly
$55
Brisbane market
Estimates only. Always request a written quote before authorising work.
Painting Licensing in Queensland
In Queensland, painting over $3,300 in value requires a QBCC licence under the Painting trade category.
How to Choose the Best Painting in Brisbane
A checklist before hiring any painting in Brisbane, Brisbane.
- 1
Verify their electrical licence is current at your state's electrical safety authority (e.g. Energy Safe Victoria, NSW Fair Trading).
- 2
Confirm they carry public liability insurance of at least $5 million — ask to see the certificate.
- 3
Get 2–3 written quotes for any job over $500. A written quote protects both parties and clarifies the full scope.
- 4
Check their Google and TradeRefer ratings — look for consistent reviews mentioning punctuality, clean workmanship, and clear communication.
- 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 Brisbane, Brisbane
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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