Top 10 Painters in Gold Coast, Queensland
There are currently 10 highly-rated painting businesses in Gold Coast, Queensland listed on TradeRefer, with an average Google rating of 5.0★ across 873 verified reviews. The 10 listed below are ranked from highest to lowest rating, all ABN-verified and community-recommended.
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Top 10 Painting in Gold Coast — Ranked by Customer Rating
Compare the highest-rated painting in Gold Coast, Queensland. All businesses listed are ABN-verified and surfaced without paid placement.
Clean Space Co Pty ltd | Roof Restoration Gold Coast
Clean Space Co – We deliver expert roof repairs, cleaning, and exterior maintenance to protect and refresh homes across Queensland with trusted local services.
Coverage by Design | Gold Coast Painters
Coverage by Design | Gold Coast Painters is a highly rated painting business serving Burleigh Heads and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 105 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Coverage by Design | Gold Coast Painters today — call +61480020857 or visit their website for a free quote.
Coverage by Design
Coverage by Design is a highly rated painting business serving Burleigh Heads and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 99 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Coverage by Design today — call +61 480 020 857 or visit their website for a free quote.
DR Paint
DR Paint is a highly rated painting business serving Carrara and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 83 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact DR Paint today — call +61 475 606 666 or visit their website for a free quote.
Skeeter Painting
Skeeter Painting is a highly rated painting business serving Surfers Paradise and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 71 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Skeeter Painting today — call +61 412 458 197 or visit their website for a free quote.
Interior and Exterior House Painting Services Gold Coast
Interior and Exterior House Painting Services Gold Coast is a highly rated painting business serving Currumbin and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 60 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Interior and Exterior House Painting Services Gold Coast today — call +61485006549 or visit their website for a free quote.
GC Painting
GC Painting is a highly rated painting business serving Currumbin and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 60 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact GC Painting today — call +61 485 006 549 or visit their website for a free quote.
Southside Superior Contract Painting Pty Ltd
Southside Superior Contract Painting Pty Ltd is a highly rated painting business serving Ormeau and surrounding areas in QLD. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 54 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Southside Superior Contract Painting Pty Ltd today — call +61 7 3054 7400 or visit their website for a free quote.
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How Much Do Painting Cost in Gold Coast?
Pricing data based on Australian industry averages for Queensland. Always get 2–3 written quotes.
Typical Range
$40–$70
/hr
After-Hours Rate
$105
Emergency callout
Avg Hourly Rate
$55
Gold Coast market average
Prices are estimates only. Always request a written quote before authorising any work.
Painting Licensing Requirements 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 Gold Coast
Use this checklist before hiring any painting in Gold Coast, Queensland.
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Verify their electrical licence is current at your state's electrical safety authority (e.g. Energy Safe Victoria, NSW Fair Trading).
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Confirm they carry public liability insurance of at least $5 million — ask to see the certificate.
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Get 2–3 written quotes for any job over $500. A written quote protects both parties and clarifies the full scope.
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Check their Google and TradeRefer ratings — look for consistent reviews mentioning punctuality, clean workmanship, and clear communication.
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Ask whether they'll provide a Certificate of Compliance (electrical safety certificate) on completion, as required by law in most states.
Frequently Asked Questions — Painting in Gold Coast
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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