Cost to Paint a house: House painters break it down.

Paint your house is a great way to give your home a minor facelift without a significant renovation project. However, there are still costs involved with a quality paint service. 

When it comes to budgeting for your next painting project, there is a lot to consider. Unfortunately, there’s not an(MRSP) for an exterior or interior painting as you will need to factor in the project size, materials, location, season, and house conditions. Even if you show your painting project to five different professional painters, you’ll have a different price from each. 

We are professional painters at Spectra Painting Contractors and are here to help the homeowner understand everything about house painting. We have compiled industry research to help you manage your money and plan for your next painting project. If you live in the Boston area, feel free to reach out for your next exterior or interior painting project. 

 Here is the average range of painting project costs in the U.S. in 2021. 

Exterior painting cost breakdown

Exterior painting can be a big job. It requires a lot of time and skill to get it done correctly and safely. Plus, in Middlesex County Massachusetts, most of the houses are at least two stories high. Many of them have exterior vinyl, hardwood siding or clapboards, or even wood shingles.

If there’s one thing you have to keep in mind for exterior painting it is the preparation and the type of paint that is going to be used for this project.

Large exterior house painting project

According to data collected by Home Advisor, the national average cost of painting a home is $2,937.  The typical range is between $1,737 to $4,137. You will not find these prices in Massachusetts, period.

For an average-sized home of 1,500 to 2,500 square feet, expect to pay between $1,000 and $8,750 to repaint your exterior. Also, note that multi-story homes will cost more to paint than single-story or ranch-style homes.  

 The type of siding you have may also affect the overall cost of the project. Here’s a cost breakdown by type of siding:

– Vinyl siding: $1.25 to $3 per square foot 

– Wood siding: $1 to $3 per square foot to paint 

– Stucco: $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot 

-Concrete siding: $2 to $7 per square foot to paint 

 – Brick siding: $1.50 to $4.50 per square foot

Costs for other exterior house painting projects

Different exterior paint projects take different amounts of time, materials, and skill to do correctly. Here’s a breakdown of some common exterior paint projects: 

– Garage door: $200 to $500

– Exterior trim/window trim: $1 to $3 per linear foot. 

– Fascia, Soffit, and Eaves: $2.50 to $5.50 per square foot

– Shutters: $1 to $4.50 per square foot

– Deck or patio: At least $150 

– Door: $70 to $350

– Gutters and downspouts: $200 to $800

– Porches: $500 to $2,000

Interior painting cost breakdown 

Interior painting projects come in all shapes and sizes. You may think since your interior paint is not exposed to the weather, it will not need too much maintenance. However, interior paint still takes a significant beating, especially if you have pets and children. 

Entire interior home paint redesign

Repainting an average-sized, 2,300-square-foot home in the United States costs anywhere between $1,900 and $7,800. However, the entire cost of the project can vary greatly depending on the size of your home. Overall, homeowners can spend between $1,000 and $11,000 to repaint the entire home interior. 

Here’s more cost details based on home size:

– 800 square feet: $500 to $3,500

– 1,200 square feet: $900 to $4,500

– 1,500 square feet: $1,200 to $5,400 

– 3,000 square feet: $2,700 to $10,000

Project cost will also depend on ceiling height, the type of paint you select, and the number of windows in your home.

 One-room home interior painting cost

Repainting a single room will not take too long. A job like that usually costs between $200 and $1,000 in the U.S. 

 The average 10’x’12’ room costs $200 to $800 to have painted. 

Here are the average costs for other rooms in your home: 

– Kitchens: Expect to pay about half the amount due to all the cabinets

– Bathrooms: $150 to $350 for an average bathroom 

As a general rule of thumb for interior paint jobs, expect to pay somewhere between $2 to $6 per square foot – most jobs average $3.50 per square foot. On average, homeowners spend $1,889 per paint project. 

Also, many parents choose to use non-toxic paint in kids’ areas to prevent harmful fumes. These extra precautions may affect the cost and lifespan of your paint project.

Custom home interior paint projects

 Other kinds of painting projects, like fireplaces, stairs, or more artistic paint projects will vary depending on the amount of prep and skill needed. 

Here are the average costs for some common interior painting projects: 

– Cabinets: $30 to $60 per linear foot, homeowners on average spent $1,000 on this project

– Accent walls: Budget for 20-30% more 

– Murals: $800 to $1,700

-Textured walls: Increase price by 50%

– Interior trim: $1 to $3 per linear foot 

– Custom trim molding: $1 to $3.50 per linear foot 

– Baseboard: $1 to $5 per linear foot 

Other factors that may affect the cost of any paint project 

Other than the size of a room or area, there are other factors that you should keep in mind when making your budget. 

Regional market and labor averages: Where you live will matter for your project. Areas with higher regional wages for workers and businesses will mean higher service costs for customers. 

Wall heights: Higher ceilings mean there is more wall space to paint. 

Materials used: If you’re opting for premium or designer paint, that will also increase the price of your project.