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Painting in Chicago, IL
from $199/room*
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Painting in Chicago: what's included
Interior painting in Chicago is about prep: patching, sanding, taping and two clean coats. We paint rooms, accent walls, ceilings and trim in Chicago and Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville, and we quote per room so the price is known before the first can is opened.
- Interior walls, ceilings and trim
- Accent walls and wood-slat feature walls
- Exterior touch-ups, doors and garage walls
- Popcorn ceiling repair and repainting
- Wallpaper installation
- Surface prep, patching and priming
Painting prices in Chicago
| Painting | from $199/room* |
| Interior painting labor | $1.20/sq ft |
| Exterior painting labor | $1.50/sq ft |
| General handyman work | $100/hr, 2-hour minimum |
| Full Day Handyman (8 hours) | $749 flat |
| Membership | scheduled visits from $199/mo |
* Minimum visit $200 — smaller jobs can be combined into one visit.
Send a photo for an exact price. The price you approve is the price you pay.
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- 📍 Chicago, IL
- 📍 Evanston, IL
- 📍 Oak Park, IL
- 📍 Naperville, IL
- 📍 Schaumburg, IL
- 📍 Skokie, IL
We schedule a technician for Chicago when you book and confirm the date by text.
Other services in Chicago
- Household Repairs in Chicago from $100/hr
- Furniture Assembly in Chicago from $89*
- Plumbing in Chicago from $100/hr
- Electrical in Chicago from $100/hr
- TV Mounting in Chicago from $99*
- Drywall Repair in Chicago from $129*
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Prepaid packs: handyman visits at $80/hour instead of $100
Pack 6 $960 · Pack 12 $1,920. Valid 12 months, one payment.
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Painting in Chicago, IL — FAQ
How fast can you do painting in Chicago?
We schedule a technician for your area when you book — tell us your ZIP and preferred days, and the dispatcher confirms the date and arrival window by text. We cover Chicago and Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville, Schaumburg, Skokie.
What does painting cost in Chicago?
Painting starts at $199/room*. General handyman work is $100 per hour. Send a photo and you get the exact price before we start; the price you approve is the price you pay.
How much does painting cost per square foot?
Painting labor is $1.20 per square foot of painted surface for interiors and $1.50 per square foot for exteriors; paint and materials are extra and every visit has a 2-hour minimum ($200). The painting cost calculator on this site works it out from your room sizes.
Is paint included in the price?
Labor is quoted separately from materials. We can pick up the paint you choose or you can supply it — either way you approve the total before we start.
How long does a room take?
A standard bedroom with prep, two coats and clean-up is usually a one-day job. Larger rooms, ceilings and exteriors are quoted after a quick look.
Do you cover the suburbs around Chicago?
Yes: Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville, Schaumburg, Skokie and other nearby areas. Not sure? Call +1 (786) 788-8714 with your ZIP code.