Hiring a painter in Victoria: licences, contracts, deposits and insurance
Painting alone needs no licence or registration in Victoria. When combined trades do, plus contracts, deposit limits, insurance and checks before you hire.
Painting advice
Costs and planning
What house painting costs in Melbourne, how long a job takes, how to compare painting quotes and how to choose a painter you will not have to replace.
Most people start here: what will it cost, how long will it take, and how do I know a quote is fair? Price comes down to the size of the job, the condition of the surfaces and how much preparation they need, so two quotes for the same house can be thousands of dollars apart.
These guides explain typical price ranges and timeframes, and what a written quote should spell out, so you can compare painters on scope and preparation rather than the bottom line alone.
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How much does exterior house painting cost in Melbourne?
Exterior house painting cost in Melbourne for 2026: single vs double storey, weatherboard vs brick vs render, plus preparation, access and scaffolding.
How much does it cost to paint a room in Melbourne?
What does it cost to paint a room in Melbourne? 2026 price ranges for bedrooms, living areas, ceilings and feature walls, plus what moves the price.
How long does it take to paint a house?
How long to paint a house in Melbourne? Typical timeframes for a room, a full interior and an exterior, plus the prep, drying and weather factors.
How much does it cost to paint a house in Melbourne?
How much to paint a house in Melbourne in 2026? Whole-house price ranges for interiors and exteriors, plus what pushes your quote up or down.
How to choose a house painter in Melbourne: 10 questions to ask
Not sure how to choose a painter in Melbourne? Ask these 10 questions about insurance, quotes, prep, paint and guarantees before you sign anything.
What a painting quote should include (and red flags to watch for)
A painting quote should spell out scope, prep, paint, coats, price and guarantee. Use this checklist to compare Melbourne quotes and spot the red flags.
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