Brisbane Professional Painters
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5.0(137 reviews)
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Top Rated Painters in Brisbane
The highest-rated painters in Brisbane right now are Brisbane Professional Painters (5.0 from 137 Google reviews), HQ Painting Services Pty Ltd (5.0 from 47 Google reviews) and Solomon Painting (5.0 from 38 Google reviews). We rank 14 local painters by Google rating weighted by review count, so a perfect score from a handful of reviews never outranks a proven track record. Compare them below and request free quotes from several at once.
Updated 22 September 2026
14 businesses
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HQ Painting Services Pty Ltd
New Farm, QLD
5.0(47 reviews)
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Solomon Painting
Algester, QLD
5.0(38 reviews)
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Diamond Brothers Painting
Coorparoo, QLD
4.9(321 reviews)
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Prosperity Painting
Brendale, QLD
4.9(43 reviews)
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Sunstate Pro Painting PTY LTD
Drewvale, QLD
5.0(6 reviews)
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Nevada Painting
Bardon, QLD
5.0(2 reviews)
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on point painting and decorating
Fortitude Valley, QLD
5.0(1 review)
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Chromatic Applications
Capalaba, QLD
4.8(18 reviews)
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Ben White Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd
Gordon Park, QLD
4.7(36 reviews)
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Taubmans Paint Centre Newstead
Newstead, QLD
4.6(16 reviews)
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Craig Collins Painting
Hawthorne, QLD
4.3(11 reviews)
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Taubmans Paint Centre Woolloongabba
Woolloongabba, QLD
4.3(79 reviews)
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Women In Painting
Salisbury, QLD
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Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated painters in Brisbane are currently Brisbane Professional Painters, HQ Painting Services Pty Ltd and Solomon Painting. The best choice still depends on your job — compare their services and request quotes from two or three.
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How much does a painter cost in Brisbane?
Painting a typical room in Brisbane costs $300–$1,000, and a full interior repaint of a 3-bedroom house $4,000–$9,500. Prices include GST; the final quote depends on surface preparation, paint quality and access.
| Hourly rate | $40 – $100 per hour |
| Day rate | $350 – $650 per day |
| Interior walls and ceilings | $20 – $40 per m² |
| Exterior walls | $25 – $60 per m² |
| Single room (walls and ceiling) | $300 – $1,000 |
| Whole interior, 3-bedroom house | $4,000 – $9,500 |
| Exterior, single-storey house | $4,000 – $10,000 |
| Exterior, two-storey house | $7,500 – $18,000 |
| Ceiling only, per room | $200 – $500 |
| Door (both sides) | $80 – $200 |
| Fence painting or staining | $500 – $2,500 |
| Deck staining | $500 – $2,000 |
Tips before you book
- Ask what preparation is included — sanding, filling, priming — since it decides how long the finish lasts.
- Ask which paint brand and range they'll use; premium paint costs more but lasts longer on coastal exteriors.
- Get the number of coats in writing.
How to choose a painter in Brisbane
Painting is licensed building work in Queensland, so for any job over $3,300 the first check is the painter's QBCC licence.
Check their QBCC licence.
Building work valued over $3,300 — including painting — must be done by a QBCC-licensed contractor. Search the business on the QBCC licensee register (https://my.qbcc.qld.gov.au/myQBCC/s/qbcc-licensee-register) or call 139 333.
Get two or three written quotes.
Compare the preparation, number of coats and paint brand, not just the total.
Ask how they'll handle preparation.
Most paint failures come from poor preparation. Ask how they treat cracks, flaking paint and mould.
Check for lead paint in older homes.
Homes painted before the 1970s may have lead-based paint. Ask how the painter tests for it and contains dust.
Get a written contract for bigger jobs.
In Queensland, domestic building work over $3,300 (including GST) needs a written, signed contract. Check it lists the scope, price, start date and how variations are handled.
Check reviews and past work.
Ask for photos of similar jobs, and look for reviews mentioning work like yours (exterior, interior or roofs).
Confirm public liability insurance
and ask how they warrant their workmanship.
If the work is defective, you can lodge a complaint with the QBCC on 139 333.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best painter in Brisbane?
Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated Brisbane painters are currently Brisbane Professional Painters, HQ Painting Services Pty Ltd and Solomon Painting. The best choice still depends on your job, so compare their services and request quotes from two or three.
How much does a painter cost in Brisbane?
Most Brisbane painters charge $40–$100 an hour or $350–$650 a day. A single room typically costs $300–$1,000 and a full 3-bedroom interior $4,000–$9,500.
How much does it cost to paint a house exterior in Brisbane?
Painting the exterior of a single-storey house typically costs $4,000–$10,000, and a two-storey house $7,500–$18,000. Preparation, access and the condition of existing paint affect the price most.
How much do painters charge per square metre in Brisbane?
Interior painting typically costs $20–$40 per m² and exterior painting $25–$60 per m², including GST.
Do painters need a licence in Queensland?
Yes, for larger jobs. Painting is building work in Queensland, and anyone doing building work valued over $3,300 must hold a QBCC licence. Check the business on the QBCC licensee register.
How long does it take to paint a house?
A single room usually takes one to two days, A full interior or exterior repaint of a typical house usually takes one to two weeks, depending on preparation and weather.
Do I need a written contract with a painter?
In Queensland, domestic building work over $3,300 (including GST) needs a written, signed contract. Make sure it lists the surfaces, preparation, paint and number of coats.
How much does it cost to paint a fence or stain a deck in Brisbane?
Fence painting or staining typically costs $500–$2,500 and deck staining $500–$2,000, depending on size and condition.
Is it free to request quotes through Top Local Trades?
Yes. Requesting quotes is free for homeowners, with no obligation. Select the painters you want, describe the job once, and each business receives your request directly.
How are painters ranked on this page?
Painters are ordered by their Google rating weighted by review count, so a 5.0 from a few reviews doesn't outrank a 4.9 from hundreds. Businesses can't pay to change their position in the ranked list. See how we rank for the full method.