Painters in Sydney
Compare 492 rated painter businesses in Sydney, New South Wales. 25 businesses offer emergency callouts. Ratings range from 1.0 to 5.0 stars.
Painters in Sydney
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, for residential painting work valued over $5,000, painters must hold a Contractor Licence — Painting and Decorating issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989. Always ask for your painter's licence number and verify it at nsw.gov.au/fair-trading before signing a contract. Of the 30 painters listed in Sydney, 97% have websites where you can typically find this information upfront.
Hourly rates in Sydney typically range from $25 to $60 per hour according to Painters Near Me, who note customers can save up to 40% by comparing quotes. Most of the 30 listed Sydney painters offer free quotes — including OPC Painting Sydney, Clear Finish Painting, and Paintastic Coatings — so it's worth getting multiple estimates before committing to anyone.
Exterior painting generally costs more due to surface prep, weather protection requirements, and working at height. Of Sydney painters, 87% specialise in residential work, 83% offer interior services, and 67% handle exterior jobs — suggesting exterior work requires more specialised skills. Always get separate quotes for each; most Sydney painters including Mk master Pty Ltd offer free assessments to price accurately.
Start with providers that have strong review histories: Spot Painting Au PTY LTD (5.0★, 106 reviews), opal professional company (5.0★, 98 reviews), and Siam Painting Sydney PTY LTD (5.0★, 91 reviews) are top-rated locally. Verify their NSW Fair Trading licence, get at least three written quotes, and ask to see photos of completed projects similar to yours before deciding.
Only 7% of Sydney's 30 listed painters advertise 24/7 or emergency availability, as painting typically isn't urgent work requiring after-hours callouts. Most work standard business hours Monday to Friday. If you need weekend painting to minimise disruption, ask specifically when booking — many will accommodate but may charge weekend rates not advertised on their standard pricing.