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Painting Cost in Washington
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Washington |
|---|---|
| Interior room | $409–$1,228/room |
| Whole-home interior | $4,092–$10,230/job |
| Exterior repaint | $3,069–$8,184/job |
| Cabinet painting | $3,069–$7,161/job |
Painting prices in Washington run about 2% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.
Quotes on this page come from 7 companies serving Washington, rated 4.9★ on average across 390 customer reviews.
Washington Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Washington's weather means for scheduling painting.
- Last spring frost
- April 1
- First fall frost
- November 2
- Annual precipitation
- 43.53"
- Heating degree days
- 4,178
- Cooling degree days
- 1,533
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.7° | 44.3° | 3.09" |
| Feb | 28.8° | 48° | 2.9" |
| Mar | 36° | 56.4° | 3.72" |
| Apr | 45.3° | 67.5° | 3.51" |
| May | 55.1° | 76.7° | 4.28" |
| Jun | 64.7° | 85.6° | 4.08" |
| Jul | 69.6° | 89.6° | 4.32" |
| Aug | 67.7° | 88.3° | 3.41" |
| Sep | 59.4° | 81.1° | 3.76" |
| Oct | 47° | 69.9° | 3.79" |
| Nov | 38.3° | 59.3° | 3.47" |
| Dec | 30.1° | 48.2° | 3.2" |
NOAA station data 2.57 miles from Washington.
Permits & Regulations in DC
- Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District, including painting, require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement
- The endorsement requires a $25,000 surety bond
- Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule
License required: DC Home Improvement Contractor endorsement (contracts over $300)
Sources: dlcp.dc.gov, dlcp.dc.gov, www.epa.gov
Painting FAQs for Washington
How much does painting cost in Washington?
Painting a typical interior room in Washington runs $409-$1228, depending on size, ceilings and trim.
How many painters serve Washington?
We track 7 painting companies serving Washington.
When can exterior painting be done in Washington?
Most exterior paints need surface and air temperatures above about 50F. In Washington the reliable window runs from after the last frost around April 1 to before the first around November 2.
Is painting in Washington more expensive than average?
Painting in Washington runs about +2.3% versus the national average, tracking local painter wages.
Can exterior paint go on in Washington summer heat?
Paint applied in direct sun when Washington reaches 90F dries too fast and can lap or blister, so crews work the shaded side of the house and early in the day.
How does Washington rainfall affect exterior paint?
Washington gets about 43.53 inches of precipitation a year; siding must be dry before painting and the paint needs several dry hours to cure.
Do painters need a license in DC?
In DC, Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District, including painting, require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement. Homes built before 1978 in Washington also require an EPA lead-safe certified firm for work that disturbs paint.
How long does exterior paint last in Washington?
Typically 5-10 years; Washington winter lows near 27F and summer highs near 90F drive the expansion and contraction that crack paint sooner on sun-facing walls.
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