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Top 10 Painting
in Wantirna, Melbourne

TradeRefer lists 4 painting businesses in Wantirna with an average Google rating of 3.8 across 65 reviews. The businesses below are ranked from highest to lowest rating — all ABN-checked and community-recommended.

Typical cost in Wantirna: $40–$70/hr

Ranked #2026

By Google Rating

3.8★ Avg Rating

65 reviews

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Top 4 Painting in Wantirna — Ranked by Rating

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

#1
Top Rated 2026
Red painting Au | house Painting | Commercial Painting | Concrete Epoxy
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Red painting Au | house Painting | Commercial Painting | Concrete Epoxy

Professional house painting in Melbourne for interior & exterior. Local experts delivering durable, flawless finishes. Free quotes available today!

5.0(38 reviews)
Wantirna
#2
Utmost Painting & Maintenance
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Utmost Painting & Maintenance

Utmost Painting & Maintenance: Your local house and commercial painters in Melbourne, interior and exterior house painters. Contact us today for a house painter

5.0(23 reviews)
Wantirna South
#3
AMPP painting and Windows repair logoAMPP painting and Windows repair
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AMPP painting and Windows repair

AMPP painting and Windows repair is a highly rated painting business serving Wantirna and surrounding areas in VIC. With an outstanding 5-star rating from 4 customer reviews, they are one of the top-rated painting providers in the area. Contact AMPP painting and Windows repair today — call +61 423 629 259 for a free quote.

5.0(4 reviews)
Wantirna
#4
DJJP Quality Painters
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DJJP Quality Painters

DJJP Quality Painters is a trusted painter business serving Wantirna and surrounding areas in VIC. Contact DJJP Quality Painters today — call +61419568111 or visit their website for a free quote.

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Wantirna

How Much Do Painting Cost in Wantirna?

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

Typical Range

$40–$70

/hr

After-Hours

$105

Emergency callout

Avg Hourly

$55

Wantirna 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 Wantirna

A checklist before hiring any painting in Wantirna, 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 Wantirna, 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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