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Cost guide · 2026A quick, honest guide to painting pricing in Canada — and how to get a firm number instead of a guess.
The biggest drivers are rooms, prep, ceilings, and finish. Quotes that skip these tend to move later, which is why an upfront or itemized price matters.
Genie shows a clear, upfront price before you book, and any on-site change is approved by you first. No haggling, no surprise minimums.
As a rough guide, $300–$700 per room; whole-home and exterior are quoted. Your exact price depends on rooms, prep, ceilings, and finish — on Genie you see an upfront price before you book.
Cost is driven by rooms, prep, ceilings, and finish. That's why Genie shows a firm, upfront price for your specific job rather than a vague estimate.
No. You see the upfront price before you book — no charge to check.