How much does it cost to paint a house in Metro Vancouver?

It's the first question almost every homeowner asks — and the honest answer is "it depends." But it doesn't have to be a mystery. Here's a realistic look at what interior and exterior painting costs across the Lower Mainland in 2026, and exactly what moves the number up or down.

These are ballpark ranges to help you budget. Every home is different, so the only truly accurate figure is a written quote after we've seen the space — which we provide free, within 24 hours.

Interior painting cost ranges

Interior pricing usually tracks the number of rooms, ceiling height, and how much prep and trim work is involved.

• Single room (walls only): typically a few hundred dollars, depending on size and coats.
• Room with walls, ceiling & trim: more, because cutting in trim and doors is detailed, slower work.
• Whole-home interior: priced per project — the biggest factors are square footage, number of colours, and the condition of the existing surfaces.

Exterior painting cost ranges

Exteriors are driven by the surface (wood, stucco, vinyl, fibre-cement), the height and access, and how much prep the siding needs. A home that needs washing, scraping and priming will cost more than one in good shape — but skipping that prep is exactly why cheap exterior jobs fail within a season.

What actually drives the price

• Prep required: patching, sanding, caulking, priming. This is invisible when it's done well and obvious when it's skipped.
• Surface condition: peeling, water damage or repairs add labour.
• Paint quality: premium Benjamin Moore / Sherwin-Williams products cost more up front and last far longer.
• Number of colours & finishes: more colours and specialty finishes mean more masking and time.
• Access & height: stairwells, vaulted ceilings and multi-storey exteriors need more setup.

How to get an accurate quote (and compare fairly)

When you compare painters, make sure every quote covers the same scope. A lower number often means less prep, cheaper paint, or fewer coats.

• Ask what surface prep is included.
• Confirm the number of coats and the paint product/line.
• Check that they're insured and WorkSafeBC covered.
• Get it in writing, itemised — not a number scribbled on the back of a card.

A good quote isn't the cheapest — it's the one you can actually hold them to.

At Peaky Painters, every estimate is written, itemised, and backed by a 2-year workmanship warranty, so you know exactly what you're paying for and that it'll last.