Top 10 Reliable Painters in Auckland
Updated 23 June 2020
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
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:
- The size and number of rooms needing to be painted
- 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)
- Choice of paint brands (i.e. if you want DULUX, you'll pay more but they can often be better than basic brands)
- Your location (as travel time will need to be factored in)
What issues can cause extra costs?
- Stained ceilings – these need to be washed first before any painting can start
- Damp patches – these can’t be painted over and will need a sealant added first.
- 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.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Painters usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.
- Direct Credit (internet banking)
- Cheque
- Cash with invoice
- Credit Card via the painter's website (a surcharge may apply)
- 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.
No painting and decorating company has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any company below.
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Auckland City Painters LtdAuckland 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:
Google Rating: 4.9/5 Phone: (09) 524 2468 Website: Auckland City Painters Ltd |
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Smart PaintingSmart 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:
Google Rating: 4.9/5 Phone: (021) 872 088 Website: Smart Painting |
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BJA Painting ServicesBJA 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:
Phone: 027 273 3467 Website: BJA Painting Services |
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Auckland Premium PaintersAuckland Premium Painters offers high-quality commercial and residential painting; their services include house washing, exterior house painting and paint stripping.
What people like:
Phone: 0800 453 801 Website: Auckland Premium Painters |
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Go 1 Day PaintingGo 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:
Phone: 0508 461 329 Website: Go 1 Day Painting |
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A & B Advanced Painting LtdA & 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:
Phone: 0210 864 0140 Website: A & B Advanced Painting Ltd |
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Superior PaintersSuperior Painters has years of experience in renovation projects specialising in interior and exterior painting of both houses and offices Auckland wide.
What people like:
Google Rating: 5/5 Phone: 0800 199 888 Website: Superior Painters |
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Prisma PaintersPrisma 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:
Google Rating: 4.8/5 Phone: 021 959 709 Website: Prisma Painters |
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Westend PaintersWestend 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:
Google Rating: 4.7/5 Phone: 021 651 112 Website: Westend Painters |
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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:
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:
- 10 Interior House Painting Tips & Painting Techniques for the Perfect Paint Job
- How to Paint a Room - Basic Painting Tips (uses American measurements, which may be confusing)
- How to Paint a Room
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.
