Painting costs in Westchester run 20-35% above national averages because of higher labor rates and the cost of operating in the NY metro. Here's what you can expect to pay in 2026.
Interior Painting Costs
| Room Type | Typical Cost Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom (12×12) | $400–$700 | Walls only; add $100-200 for ceiling |
| Living Room / Dining Room | $600–$1,200 | Includes high walls and ceiling |
| Kitchen | $500–$900 | More masking and prep required |
| Bathroom | $300–$500 | Small space, moisture-resistant paint |
| Full Home Interior (2,000 sq ft) | $6,000–$12,000 | All rooms, ceilings, trim |
Exterior Painting Costs
| Home Size | Typical Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Small Cape / Ranch (under 1,500 sq ft) | $3,500–$6,000 |
| Colonial (1,500–2,500 sq ft) | $4,500–$8,500 |
| Large Colonial (2,500–4,000 sq ft) | $7,000–$14,000 |
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A professional exterior paint job in Westchester should include: power washing prep, caulking of all gaps and cracks, spot priming bare wood, full primer coat on raw surfaces, and two coats of finish paint. Any quote that skips prep is skipping the part that makes paint last.
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Getting a Number You Can Trust
Estimating a project accurately takes more than a quick look. The cost is shaped by your home's existing conditions, the grade of materials you select, how accessible the work area is, and issues that only become visible once work begins. A trustworthy estimate comes from an in-person assessment, not a phone guess — guesses are how projects end up with change orders and budget overruns. We measure precisely, evaluate the real conditions, and hand you a written quote that separates materials, labor, and permit costs clearly.
A bid that's far lower than the rest deserves a closer look. In Westchester, suspiciously low pricing usually signals a corner being cut somewhere — inferior materials, an uninsured or unlicensed crew, or a low entry price designed to grow through change orders. The smartest approach is to gather several quotes and compare exactly what each one includes, line by line, rather than judging by the total.
Why We Itemize Everything
Itemized pricing puts you in the driver's seat. You can see precisely where a material change trims the budget and where cutting back would be a false economy. It also heads off the single most common home-improvement dispute: surprise costs. Every estimate we provide is free, conducted in person, and itemized down to the line so nothing is hidden and nothing balloons unexpectedly.