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Top 10 Painting
in Coburg, Melbourne

TradeRefer lists 5 painting businesses in Coburg with an average Google rating of 4.0 across 143 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Coburg: $40–$70/hr

Ranked #2026

By Google Rating

4.0★ Avg Rating

143 reviews

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Top 5 Painting in Coburg — Ranked by Rating

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

#1
Top Rated 2026
Arek Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd logoArek Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd
Painting ABN checked

Arek Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd

Melbourne Painting and Decorating services.

5.0(35 reviews)
Coburg
#2
Clear finish painting Pty Ltd
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Clear finish painting Pty Ltd

Clear Finish Painting provides world class painting 🏆 & decorating services in Sydney over 15 years. Call us 0452 255 909 for a free quote.

5.0(33 reviews)
Coburg
#3
Colored Life Painting logoColored Life Painting
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Colored Life Painting

Colored Life Painting is a highly rated painting business serving Coburg and surrounding areas in VIC. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 1 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Colored Life Painting today — call +61 401 615 185 for a free quote.

5.0(1 reviews)
Coburg
#4
Ometek Painting & Decorating
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Ometek Painting & Decorating

Ometek Painting are Melbourne’s leading house painters, with a fully licensed and insured team and a 5-year warranty on all jobs. Call us for a free quote today

4.9(74 reviews)
Coburg
#5
Dimensional Colour Painting
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Dimensional Colour Painting

Discover professional painting solutions for your home. Explore our interior and exterior painting services at Dimensional Colour Painting.

0.0
Coburg

How Much Do Painting Cost in Coburg?

Based on Victoria industry rates. Always get 2–3 written quotes.

Typical Range

$40–$70

/hr

After-Hours

$105

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$55

Coburg market

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

Painting Licensing in Victoria

In Victoria, painting does not require a trade licence for residential work. Painting that forms part of a domestic building contract over $10,000 requires the principal contractor to be a registered building practitioner.

How to Choose the Best Painting in Coburg

A checklist before hiring any painting in Coburg, Melbourne.

  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 Coburg, Melbourne

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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