Exterior Painting Cost in Chicago, IL in 2026
Most Exterior Painting projects in Chicago, IL cost between $6,500 and $22,000. The typical price is $12,500.
Exterior work carries prep, weather windows and access equipment that interior work does not.
Labour and materials in Chicago run about 19% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Interior versus exterior
- Wall condition and how much prep and patching is needed
- Number of coats and colour change
- Ceiling height and access equipment
Usually included
- Surface prep, patching and caulking
- Primer and two finish coats
- Masking and cleanup
Usually extra
- Major drywall repair
- Lead paint abatement
- Trim replacement
Unit prices in Chicago, IL
| Quality tier | Cost per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Budget | $3.13 |
| Mid-range | $6.26 |
| High-end | $11 |
House painters in Chicago, IL
Businesses listed on Google near Chicago, IL. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Improovy Painters Chicago
4.9(377 reviews)
1255 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
CertaPro Painters of Oak Park/Chicago Central, IL
4.8(302 reviews)
1939 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
North Shore Painting & Restoration
5.0(140 reviews)
3432 W Diversey Ave Ste 210, Chicago, IL 60647
Windy City Painters
5.0(138 reviews)
2101 W Rice St, Chicago, IL 60622
LIME Painting of Chicago, IL
5.0(107 reviews)
4311 N Ravenswood Ave #308, Chicago, IL 60613
⭐️Fine Painting Inc
5.0(94 reviews)
1212 N Ashland Ave 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60622