Cost guide · Updated July 2026

House painting cost in NZ

Published 2026 guides put most full exterior repaints between $6,000 and $20,000+, with a standard 150 m² three-bedroom home in Auckland commonly $7,000 to $15,000. Prep condition and access drive the spread.

Written by The Contractor Hub.

Indicative ranges

Full exterior repaint, nationwide	$6,000 to $20,000+
Standard 150 m² home, Auckland	$7,000 to $15,000

Indicative only, compiled July 2026 from the published New Zealand guides listed below. Treat these as a sanity check, then get written quotes.

What moves the price

Preparation is most of the job: flaking paint, repairs and weathered timber add days before a brush touches colour.
Two-storey homes and difficult access add scaffolding.
Cheap quotes usually mean thinner prep. Ask exactly what surface preparation is included.

Common questions

When's the best time of year to paint?

Dry, settled weather. Painters book out in spring and summer, so shoulder-season quotes can be sharper.

How long should an exterior repaint last?

Commonly 8 to 12 years depending on prep, product and exposure. Ask what warranty the painter puts in writing.

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