What should a painting quote include?

<div><p>When you’re <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-things-consider-when-hiring-interior-painter.htm">considering hiring a painter</a>, a quote should include the following items:</p><ul><li><p>Overall price</p></li><li><p>Price for each area (e.g., living room, master bedroom) or item (e.g., trim, doors)</p></li><li><p>Cost of labor</p></li><li><p>Cost of materials</p></li><li><p>Description of prep</p></li><li><p>Description of repairs to be made</p></li><li><p>Description and details of paint application (number of coats, brand and type of paint, etc.)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Do I need to provide my own paint?

<div><p>You may need to provide your own paint, depending on the agreement you make with the painter. Some painters prefer that you buy the paint and they supply the labor. However, some professional painters get a better price on paint and can pass that savings along to you even after accounting for labor costs.</p></div>

What is the average cost to paint a ceiling?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/paint-ceiling-cost.htm">cost to paint a ceiling</a> ranges from <b>$3 to $8.50 per square foot</b>, which is about $1 to $2.50 more per square foot than the cost to paint the walls. Rooms with high ceilings require working from a ladder or scaffolding and often include trim or detail work, which adds to the final price. </p></div>

How much do painters charge per hour?

<div><p>Professional painters charge <b>$20 to $50 per hour</b>, on average. Hourly rate cost factors include the complexity of the paint job, the type of paint, the height of the walls and ceiling, and the type of prep and repairs needed. For example, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-remove-wallpaper.htm">removing wallpaper costs</a> an additional $3 per square foot because it can be very time consuming and labor intensive. Your location will also impact the hour rate.</p></div>

How do you estimate the cost of painting interior walls?

<div><p>To estimate the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-paint-room.htm">cost to paint interior walls</a>, multiply the square footage by the average price range to paint interior walls, which is $2 to $6 per square foot. For example, a 12-by-12-foot room with 8-foot tall walls is 384 square feet, meaning that the cost to paint the room will range from $768 to $2,304. Painting the ceiling and any trim will add to the overall cost, as will any repairs.</p></div>

Top 10 Best Interior painters in Waukegan, IL

Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services

Lookswell Painting and Handyman Services

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

80 local quotes requested

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at [email protected] for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021

Lookswell Painting has been serving clients as a family owned business since 1963. We are a full service painting contractor specializing in residential painting and decorating, commercial and industrial painting, and cabinet refinishing and restoration. Request a quote, or email us at [email protected] for immediate service. We are a licensed contractor with over 50 years of experience. We understand that quality goes a long way in making your surroundings look fresh and up to date. We use the finest materials when we work on any project resulting in high quality and lasting results.

"The Lookswell team, especially Jim, Omar & Cindy, were exceptionally professional & dedicated to the task. The final work looks great, appreciated the level of experience that allowed them to deal with our old house."

Charles F on January 2021

Mars Painting

3416 Keith Ave, IL 60031

3416 Keith Ave, IL 60031

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

106 local quotes requested

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Mario and his team did an excellent job. The crew was prompt, professional, flexible and friendly. They helped making color choices and changes. The painting /staining and cedar wood siding repair was professional. Mario always returned my calls and came on site."

Kim H on July 2025

Mars Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Waukegan, IL area since 1992. We specialize in interior and exterior painting services, staining, cabinet painting, and more! We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Mario and his team did an excellent job. The crew was prompt, professional, flexible and friendly. They helped making color choices and changes. The painting /staining and cedar wood siding repair was professional. Mario always returned my calls and came on site."

Kim H on July 2025

Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration

Castino Painting, Stucco, Restoration

Customers say: Super punctual

281 local quotes requested

51 years of experience

Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!

"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."

Andrea A on July 2021

Founded in 1974, Castino Restoration is your local neighborhood business that provides water/flood damage clean up & restoration, mold remediation, carpet, rug & upholstery cleaning, interior / exterior painting, stucco, carpentry, handyman, floor installation & refinishing, gutter cleaning & roof snow removal. We pride ourselves in being skilled, ethical, friendly & fast. And we always clean up everyday before we leave. Give us a call, try us out!

"Contacted them to by phone on 7/16/21 at about 9:30 am was told the estimators were busy but was asked to send an email of photo's I had of the problem as well as my contact info and estimator would be in touch. I sent email and received a reply from Billing Mgr at 10:02 am. That is the last I heard from them. Ended up getting work done by another company that actually replied back to me (that same day). With all of the other glowing reviews of this company on Angles list, I'm surprised."

Andrea A on July 2021

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

31 local quotes requested

We remain committed to providing you with the same high-quality service you have come to expect during these unprecedented times. We will be conducting consultations regarding estimates over email and phone in lieu of in-person appointments until the stay at home order is lifted. Find out how to schedule a virtual appointment by visiting info.dynamiccolorsinc.com/2020proposals AWARDED BY CHICAGO MAGAZINE AS "BEST HOUSE PAINTER". COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE. ASK ABOUT ANGIES LIST DISCOUNT. THREE ROOM INTERIOR MINIMUM AND $1,500 MINIMUM FOR EXTERIOR.

"This is a review for multiple jobs. We have been using the services of Dynamic Colors for years and want to highly recommend them for any painting/decorating job, indoors and outdoors. At single family house, they have worked with all kinds of surfaces, including plaster and drywall of course, and also also cedar siding, deck and pergola refinishing, staining, and jobs that require some woodwork replacement/fixes, etc. They have also readied the walls in a three-bedroom condo for sale. Top-notch professional work, big jobs and small. Great promptness, responsiveness and cleanup."

Junu K on January 2022

We remain committed to providing you with the same high-quality service you have come to expect during these unprecedented times. We will be conducting consultations regarding estimates over email and phone in lieu of in-person appointments until the stay at home order is lifted. Find out how to schedule a virtual appointment by visiting info.dynamiccolorsinc.com/2020proposals AWARDED BY CHICAGO MAGAZINE AS "BEST HOUSE PAINTER". COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE. ASK ABOUT ANGIES LIST DISCOUNT. THREE ROOM INTERIOR MINIMUM AND $1,500 MINIMUM FOR EXTERIOR.

"This is a review for multiple jobs. We have been using the services of Dynamic Colors for years and want to highly recommend them for any painting/decorating job, indoors and outdoors. At single family house, they have worked with all kinds of surfaces, including plaster and drywall of course, and also also cedar siding, deck and pergola refinishing, staining, and jobs that require some woodwork replacement/fixes, etc. They have also readied the walls in a three-bedroom condo for sale. Top-notch professional work, big jobs and small. Great promptness, responsiveness and cleanup."

Junu K on January 2022

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

45 local quotes requested

Since 2017, our locally owned & operated painting company has been serving our customers with exceptional service. Call us today for a free estimate!

Touchstone Painting Co

Touchstone Painting Co

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

32 local quotes requested

Super Service Award winning company 15 years in a row!! Touchstone is a painting and remodeling company for the home owner who really cares about his/her home and expects the job to be done right and done well the first time. We believe the difference between a mediocre job and a great job is found in the details, and therefore we are picky in our work, taking pride in what we do. All our hired help are highly skilled and very experienced only; no amateurs here. Our clients even say that we’re fun to have around! We are straight forward, honest, and easy to work with. Our motto: "We love our work. You will, too."

"I've used this company many times, not only for painting, but for handyman jobs. Jonathan and his crew have proven to be efficient, knowledgeable, and just good people! I have referred him to several neighbors, who have been very pleased with their work. Most recently, I decided to change a small room into my craft room and Jonathan was able to paint the room in a short time. I have never been disappointed with the work of Touchstone!"

Torbeck T on January 2025

Super Service Award winning company 15 years in a row!! Touchstone is a painting and remodeling company for the home owner who really cares about his/her home and expects the job to be done right and done well the first time. We believe the difference between a mediocre job and a great job is found in the details, and therefore we are picky in our work, taking pride in what we do. All our hired help are highly skilled and very experienced only; no amateurs here. Our clients even say that we’re fun to have around! We are straight forward, honest, and easy to work with. Our motto: "We love our work. You will, too."

"I've used this company many times, not only for painting, but for handyman jobs. Jonathan and his crew have proven to be efficient, knowledgeable, and just good people! I have referred him to several neighbors, who have been very pleased with their work. Most recently, I decided to change a small room into my craft room and Jonathan was able to paint the room in a short time. I have never been disappointed with the work of Touchstone!"

Torbeck T on January 2025

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

26 local quotes requested

Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!

"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."

Robert E on August 2024

Looking to transform your home's exterior? Look no further than MQ Painting. With free estimates, full insurance coverage, and references available upon request, we are the trusted choice for all your painting needs in Chicago. Contact us today!

"It went excellent and great. Jose and his crew were excellent and did a very good job."

Robert E on August 2024

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

73 local quotes requested

Owner operated. We are specialize for all kind of interior residential services like painting, finish carpentry and handyman work.. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Free estimates . May contact through email or phone 847-809-6895.

"We love RF Improvements! We have hired Radek for several projects, and the quality of his work is always outstanding. This time we needed baseboards installed and painted, and the exterior of our garage repaired and painted. Everything looks great! Radek is on time, neat, and a very nice guy. We will definitely use him again. Highly recommend!"

Rives C on June 2025

Owner operated. We are specialize for all kind of interior residential services like painting, finish carpentry and handyman work.. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Free estimates . May contact through email or phone 847-809-6895.

"We love RF Improvements! We have hired Radek for several projects, and the quality of his work is always outstanding. This time we needed baseboards installed and painted, and the exterior of our garage repaired and painted. Everything looks great! Radek is on time, neat, and a very nice guy. We will definitely use him again. Highly recommend!"

Rives C on June 2025

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

46 local quotes requested

My company specializes in interior and exterior painting in all kinds of finishing. My goal is doing the job as well as possible, so that the customer is 100% satisfied that is my commitment. I have over 6 years of personal experience in the Painting industry. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. R&D Painting LLC always offers free estimates and we would love to look at how we can bring life back to your home. Please call us or click for an estimate today! We look forward to speaking to you

"They have worked at our home for over five years. They are the best- they do a great job, always show up, are good communicators, and always clean up. Would highly suggest."

Lindsey B on June 2025

My company specializes in interior and exterior painting in all kinds of finishing. My goal is doing the job as well as possible, so that the customer is 100% satisfied that is my commitment. I have over 6 years of personal experience in the Painting industry. When you hire us, you're hiring a team of professionals who are trained and skilled to deliver lasting value to your home. R&D Painting LLC always offers free estimates and we would love to look at how we can bring life back to your home. Please call us or click for an estimate today! We look forward to speaking to you

"They have worked at our home for over five years. They are the best- they do a great job, always show up, are good communicators, and always clean up. Would highly suggest."

Lindsey B on June 2025

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 98% of Angi customers

66 local quotes requested

HPO Painting has been proudly offering design, decoration and painting services in Palatine and the entire northwest suburban area for 25 years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our skilled and qualified painters and designers have years of experience in all types of interior and exterior painting projects in Palatine. They will be working closely with clients to ensure your painting project is successful. When hiring HPO Painting for your Palatine area painting needs, we ensure that you do not have to worry about lifting a finger. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care and do all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. If you have a painting or redecorating project in mind, do not hesitate to give us a call today. We will find a design that works for you and for your environment regardless of your budget or timeline, and we guarantee that you will be more than happy with your new, clean and refreshed home or office in the Palatine area. Coupons are available through Angie's List magazine.

"HPO did a great job painting/staining the Cedar siding of our home. The work was done ahead of schedule, they cleaned up after themselves, and was reasonable in their pricing! The owner was very knowledgeable and honest."

Jessica H on August 2025

HPO Painting has been proudly offering design, decoration and painting services in Palatine and the entire northwest suburban area for 25 years. Our priority is the satisfaction of our clients, so we always take the time to ensure you are satisfied with the design of your space before starting any work. Our skilled and qualified painters and designers have years of experience in all types of interior and exterior painting projects in Palatine. They will be working closely with clients to ensure your painting project is successful. When hiring HPO Painting for your Palatine area painting needs, we ensure that you do not have to worry about lifting a finger. We will personally empty the spaces to be painted with the utmost care and do all of the heavy lifting for you. You can rest assured that your floors and carpets will be well protected and that our professional painters will work diligently to ensure the quality of their work. If you have a painting or redecorating project in mind, do not hesitate to give us a call today. We will find a design that works for you and for your environment regardless of your budget or timeline, and we guarantee that you will be more than happy with your new, clean and refreshed home or office in the Palatine area. Coupons are available through Angie's List magazine.

"HPO did a great job painting/staining the Cedar siding of our home. The work was done ahead of schedule, they cleaned up after themselves, and was reasonable in their pricing! The owner was very knowledgeable and honest."

Jessica H on August 2025