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Top 10 Painting
in Pakenham, Melbourne

TradeRefer lists 4 painting businesses in Pakenham with an average Google rating of 4.8 across 84 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Pakenham: $40–$70/hr

Ranked #2026

By Google Rating

4.8★ Avg Rating

84 reviews

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Top 4 Painting in Pakenham — Ranked by Rating

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

#1
Top Rated 2026
L&D Picturesque Painting
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L&D Picturesque Painting

We are a female owned and directed Victorian based painting business located in Narre Warren, south east of Melbourne offering domestic and commercial painting

5.0(45 reviews)
Pakenham
#2
K G Painting
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K G Painting

Looking for the best painting services in Pakenham, Australia? KG Painting provides professional interior, residential & commercial painting.

5.0(9 reviews)
Pakenham
#3
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Apex Painters Melbourne

Apex Painters Melbourne is a highly rated painting business serving Pakenham and surrounding areas in VIC. With an outstanding 4.8-star rating from 20 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact Apex Painters Melbourne today — call +61 470 473 593 or visit their website for a free quote.

4.8(20 reviews)
Pakenham
#4
Meggyco Painting & Decorating
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Meggyco Painting & Decorating

Meggyco Painting offers professional painting services with high quality, friendly service. Trust our expert painting contractors for your next project.

4.6(10 reviews)
Pakenham

How Much Do Painting Cost in Pakenham?

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

Typical Range

$40–$70

/hr

After-Hours

$105

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$55

Pakenham 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 Pakenham

A checklist before hiring any painting in Pakenham, 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 Pakenham, 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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