Painters in Tempe NSW 2044
What Tempe homes usually need
Tempe has Victorian and Federation cottages and terraces near the Cooks River, alongside light industrial sites.
Local tip: Proximity to the airport flight path and Princes Highway means façades collect grime – a thorough wash before painting matters.
What does painting cost in Tempe?
Every job gets a written, itemised quote after inspection, but published 2026 Sydney guides give a useful starting point:
| Job | Typical published range |
|---|---|
| Exterior, single-storey 3-bed | $3,500–$7,500 (PaintersHub) to $5,000–$12,000 (The Quote Yard) |
| Exterior, double-storey | $7,000–$14,000 (PaintersHub); $12,000–$19,500 inc scaffold (Leadkit) |
| Single bedroom, walls & ceiling | $1,000–$1,700 inc GST (Leadkit) |
| Full 3-bedroom interior | $6,500–$11,000 inc GST (Leadkit) |
| Roof painting (tile or Colorbond) | $2,500–$6,500 (PaintersHub) |
PaintersHub notes inner-city suburbs often attract a slight premium for terraces, tight access and parking restrictions. See our full breakdown: cost to paint a 3-bedroom house exterior in Sydney.
Sources: PaintersHub – Cost to paint a house in Sydney 2026; The Quote Yard – Exterior painting cost NSW 2026; Leadkit – House painting cost Sydney 2026.
Residential & commercial painting in Tempe
Quotes in Tempe are available for exterior house painting, interior house painting, heritage, federation & terrace painting, roof painting & restoration, fence, deck & timber painting, rental & pre-sale repaints, office painting, retail, shopfront & shopfit painting, strata & common area painting, industrial & warehouse painting, schools, childcare & community buildings. Commercial work here commonly includes warehouses and large-format retail.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to paint a house in Tempe?
Published 2026 Sydney guides put a single-storey 3-bedroom exterior at roughly $3,500–$12,000 and a full 3-bedroom interior at about $6,500–$11,000. Brick veneer homes where only trims are painted often cost less. The painter gives you a written, itemised quote after inspection.
Do you do commercial painting in Tempe?
Yes – including warehouses and large-format retail. Commercial quotes come from our licensed partner painting company, which can schedule after hours.
How do I choose a painter in Tempe?
Compare itemised quotes, check the painter's NSW contractor licence (needed for residential jobs over $5,000), ask for proof of insurance and a written warranty, and never pay more than a 10% deposit.
Do I need council approval to change my house colours in Tempe?
Parts of the Inner West are heritage conservation areas. Repainting in the existing colours is usually straightforward, but changing colours on street-facing elements may need approval or a check with Inner West Council first. The painter can advise on period-appropriate schemes.
Do you cover Tempe 2044?
Yes. Call 0413 443 417 or use the online form to arrange a free quote in Tempe.
Nearby suburbs
Painters St Peters, Painters Sydenham, Painters Marrickville
Last reviewed October 2026.