Top 10 Reliable Painters in Auckland

Updated 24 July 2019
House painting can be a significant investment, especially if you plan to go for a full redecoration. Getting a reasonable price is a good start, but how the finished product looks is probably more important. Every painting job starts with a vision, but the best results finish on time, are accurately quoted and look fantastic. 

There isn’t much information online about painting services in Auckland, which means making an informed choice can be limited. So who do you hire, or should you do it yourself? Painting walls requires a lot of prep work to avoid damaging your floors, which all takes time and energy. As such, it can be more cost-effective to go professional and hire a trusted Auckland painter. 

But who can you call, and how much does it cost?
To help you, we have put together a list of the 10 most reliable house painting services in Auckland. Our list is updated regularly and is designed to help you find a painting service that best suits your needs.

Our Auckland painter services guide covers:​​​
​Know This First: Experience Costs Money…And (Usually) Delivers Results
  • Painting and decorating may not require a licence or specialist qualification, but not everyone can deliver consistent results.
  • When it comes to home renovation, it can be tempting to go with a cheap quote.
  • But covering up damp, getting the best finish, avoiding paint drips and finishing a job on time come with experience. ​
  • It's our view that you'll get the results you want by selecting a Trusted Auckland Painter.
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How much do painting services cost?

​Painting and Decorating Prices

  • On average, Auckland painting and decorating prices cost between $250 and $400 per day.
  • The larger your painting project, the cheaper per square metre painted. 
  • To get an idea, table below shows painting prices for an entire house including standard paint.
Size of House
Price
​Time to Complete
2 Bedroom House or Apartment
$2,500 - $3,500
Less than 7 days
3 Bedroom House
$3,500 to $5,000
Around 7 days
4 Bedroom House
$5,000 to $7,000
7-10 Days
5 Bedroom House
$7,000 to $9,000
10 - 14 days
When Painters quote, they will consider a few key details:
  1. The size and number of rooms needing to be painted
  2. The condition of the walls, ceilings and woodwork (i.e. if it's not in the best state, it's more work for painters and takes longer)
  3. Choice of paint brands (i.e. if you want DULUX, you'll pay more but they can often be better than basic brands)
  4. Your location (as travel time will need to be factored in)

What issues can cause extra costs?

  1. Stained ceilings – these need to be washed first before any painting can start 
  2. Damp patches – these can’t be painted over and will need a sealant added first. 
  3. Wallpaper – if it needs to be removed, it’s best to do it yourself as it will save a lot of cost and also reveal any wall unevenness well in advance of painters being on site. 
  4. Plastering – if any plastering is needed (because walls need to be repaired), this will incur extra costs.

5 ways to save money when hiring painters

  1. Big projects work out cheaper - Painters are more affordable when you hire them for one job, and not multiple small projects at different times. For example, painting four rooms at once will be a lot cheaper than getting four rooms painted individually a month apart.
  2. Hire out of season – summer is the peak time for Aucklanders touching up their homes. For this reason, it will be more difficult to lock down a painter and prices may be higher. In the offseason (May to October), you’ll be in a buyers’ market. 
  3. Get a FIXED price, not a daily rate – if there are issues and the work takes longer, your costs can spiral. Make sure the quote also includes GST – if it doesn’t, ask for a new quote that is GST inclusive. 
  4. Supply your paint – many homeowners are willing to trial test pots and decide not only on a colour but also a brand before hiring a painter. If you’re relying on your painter to supply paint, ask what paint it is – leading brands such as Resene and DULUX are more expensive than basic paints, so be sure you’re paying in line with the quality. Specialist paints can cost even more. If you have your heart set on a particular paint, your painter may be able to get a discount on it, but often it’s easier to buy it yourself.
  5. Remove all wallpaper first – painters are in your home to paint, so having everything ready to go will make the job a lot cheaper.

How do I pay a painter?

Most painters accept a range of payment methods, including
  1. Direct Credit (internet banking)
  2. Cheque
  3. Cash with invoice
  4. Credit Card via the painter's website (a surcharge may apply)
  5. On-site Eftpos

Painters usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.
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10 Reliable Auckland Painters and Decorators Available Right Now

​Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Central, East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, BuildersCrack, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.

No painting and decorating company has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any company below. 

Auckland City Painters Ltd

Auckland City Painters Ltd offers a seamless customer-friendly process and deliver beyond all expectations. Working as Master Painters, Auckland City Painters Ltd serves customers Auckland-wide.

What people like:
  • Clear fixed price quotation with no hidden costs.
  • Great eye for detail, consulting on what will work and what won't. 
  • A sense of style and attention to detail.
  • First-rate workmanship.
  • Continuous communication which is respectful.

Google Rating: 4.9/5
Phone: (09) 524 2468
​Website: Auckland City Painters Ltd

Smart Painting

Smart Painting provides interior and exterior painting services through out the North Shore. With high quality workmanship, they were able to build a good reputation for their years of experience in the residential and commercial painting industry. 

What people like:
  • Professional client approach
  • Friendly and communicative
  • Great attention to detail
  • Explains the process carefully before starting the job
  • High standard finish
  • Fairly priced

Google Rating: 4.9/5
Phone: (021) 872 088
​Website: Smart Painting 

BJA Painting Services

BJA Painting Services is based in West Auckland and is servicing the greater Auckland areas. They have been in the business for more than 25 years now offering residential and commercial painting services. 

What people like:
  • Great paintwork
  • Reliable painting company
  • Reasonably priced
  • Works fast and tidy
  • Punctual and without booking hassle

Google Rating: 5/5
Phone: 027 273 3467
​Website: BJA Painting Services

Auckland Premium Painters

Auckland Premium Painters offers high-quality commercial and residential painting; their services include house washing, exterior house painting and paint stripping. 

What people like:
  • Provides helpful advice on colour and type of paint to be used
  • Great client communication
  • Works neatly 
  • Competitive price 
  • Quick, reliable and professional service

Google Rating: 5/5
Phone: 0800 453 801
​Website: Auckland Premium Painters

Go 1 Day Painting

Go 1 Day Painting started in 2015 and has teams of painters that provide interior, exterior and roof painting services, with an array of 5-star reviews. 

What people like:
  • Good client communication 
  • Quality workmanship
  • Courteous and respectful staff
  • Attentive to details 
  • Finishes job on time 

Google Rating: 4.8/5
Phone: 0508 461 329
​Website: Go 1 Day Painting

A & B Advanced Painting Ltd

A & B Advanced Painting has more than 12 years of experience in the painting and decorating industry. Their teams of professional painters are servicing the Auckland region using new paint technologies. Some of their services include plastering, floor coating, interior and exterior house painting, timber staining and commercial painting. 

What people like:
  • Helpful in choosing colours
  • Reasonably priced
  • Friendly and enthusiastic team
  • Finishes ahead of deadline
  • Excellent workmanship
  • Professional finish 

Google Rating: 5/5
Phone: 0210 864 0140
​Website: A & B Advanced Painting Ltd

Superior Painters

Superior Painters has years of experience in renovation projects specialising in interior and exterior painting of both houses and offices Auckland wide. 

What people like:
  • Professional and efficient team
  • Makes an effort to understand what their client wants
  • Prompt service and communicative
  • Cost-effective and provides detailed quote specific to allowable budget

Google Rating: 5/5
Phone: 0800 199 888
​Website: Superior Painters

Prisma Painters

Prisma Painters has established a reputation being one of Auckland's quality painting companies offering house and property painting services within West and Central Auckland. Along with interior and exterior painting, they also offer roof painting and aluminum window re-colouring. 

What people like:
  • Provides guidance to clients before starting the work 
  • Advises clients about colour scheme options 
  • High standard finish
  • Reasonable cost
  • Friendly and professional team of painters
  • Finishes within the given time frame

Google Rating: 4.8/5
Phone: 021 959 709
​Website: Prisma Painters

Westend Painters

Westend Painters has been in the painting industry for more than 20 years. They have been providing quality residential and commericial painting services to both North Shore and Auckland area. Their services include exterior and interior painting, plastering, and wallpapering. 

What people like:
  • Knowledgeable team of painters
  • Has keen attention to detail
  • Works on the allowable budget
  • Gives professional advice 

Google Rating: 4.7/5
Phone: 021 651 112
​Website: Westend Painters

Goldenland House Painters (West Auckland)

Goldenland House Painters offers services such as exterior house painting, interior painting and roof painting to all residential owners in West Auckland. 

What people like:
  • Detail oriented team
  • Always on time and gets the job done fast
  • Neat and tidy
  • Reliable and provides good service

Google Rating: 5/5
Phone: 021 387 991
​Website: Goldenland House Painters (West Auckland)
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DIY Painting and Decorating

If you want to save money and aren't in a rush to complete your painting project, a near-infinite amount of DIY resources exist online to guide you through what you need to do. We recommend the following:
Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the companies listed on this page. Quotes and final bills for individual painting and decorating jobs vary, and our pricing guide is for guidance purposes only.