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Top 10 Painting
in Sunbury, Melbourne

TradeRefer lists 3 painting businesses in Sunbury with an average Google rating of 5.0 across 61 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Sunbury: $40–$70/hr

Ranked #2026

By Google Rating

5.0★ Avg Rating

61 reviews

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Top 3 Painting in Sunbury — Ranked by Rating

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

#1
Top Rated 2026
Omnipaint logoOmnipaint
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Omnipaint

Omnipaint is a highly rated painter business serving Sunbury and surrounding areas in VIC. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 6 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painter providers in the area. Contact Omnipaint today — call +61412537244 or visit their website for a free quote.

5.0(6 reviews)
Sunbury
#2
Proper Painting
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Proper Painting

We are dedicated to providing a Fully Qualified team to attend to all Painting & Decorating Requirements We cover the North and Northwest of Melbourne including Kilmore, Essendon and Taylors Lakes.

5.0(2 reviews)
Sunbury
#3
Semko quality painting
Painting ABN checked

Semko quality painting

Semko Quality Painting provides professional residential and commercial painting services in Melbourne. Interior, exterior, roof painting & restoration with quality finish.

4.9(53 reviews)
Sunbury

How Much Do Painting Cost in Sunbury?

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

Typical Range

$40–$70

/hr

After-Hours

$105

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$55

Sunbury 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 Sunbury

A checklist before hiring any painting in Sunbury, 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 Sunbury, 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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