Free Paint Quote Calculator

Generate professional painting quotes instantly. Calculate accurate costs for interior, exterior, and commercial painting projects with our AI-powered calculator.

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Accuracy Rate

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Quotes Generated

Professional Paint Quote Calculator

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Paint Specifications

Paint Type:Premium Interior
Primer Needed:Yes
Coats Required:2

Quote Breakdown

Total Square Footage:324 sq ft
Paint & Materials:$285
Labor Cost:$648
Preparation Work:$162

Total Quote:$1,095
Price per sq ft: $3.38

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How the Paint Quote Calculator Works

Generate accurate painting quotes in 4 simple steps

Step 1: Measure Your Space

Enter room dimensions, ceiling height, and number of windows/doors

Step 2: Select Paint Type

Choose interior, exterior, primer, or specialty paint requirements

Step 3: Add Labor & Materials

Calculator includes prep work, labor rates, and material costs

Step 4: Generate Professional Quote

Get a detailed, professional quote ready to send to clients

Calculate Quotes for Any Project Type

Our calculator handles residential, commercial, and specialty painting projects

Interior Painting

  • Wall preparation
  • Primer application
  • Paint coverage
  • Trim work
  • Cleanup
Average Cost:$2-4/sq ft
Time Estimate:1-3 days

Exterior Painting

  • Surface preparation
  • Weather protection
  • Multiple coats
  • Trim & details
  • Cleanup
Average Cost:$3-6/sq ft
Time Estimate:3-7 days

Commercial Projects

  • Volume pricing
  • Specialty coatings
  • Safety requirements
  • Timeline planning
  • Permits
Average Cost:$2-5/sq ft
Time Estimate:1-4 weeks

Why Use Our Paint Quote Calculator?

Instant Results

Generate professional quotes in under 2 minutes instead of hours of manual calculations.

Accurate Calculations

Built-in formulas account for paint coverage, prep work, and local labor rates.

Maximize Profits

Ensure proper markup and avoid underpricing jobs with built-in profit margins.

Save Time

Respond to quote requests faster and win more jobs with quick turnaround times.

Professional Output

Generate branded, detailed quotes that impress clients and win more business.

All Project Types

Handle residential, commercial, interior, and exterior projects with one tool.

Paint Quote Calculator FAQ

How accurate is the paint quote calculator?

Our paint quote calculator provides estimates within 10-15% of actual costs for standard projects. For complex jobs requiring specialty preparation or premium materials, we recommend using our full estimating software for maximum accuracy.

What factors affect painting quote calculations?

Key factors include square footage, ceiling height, surface condition, paint quality, primer requirements, trim work, and local labor rates. Our calculator accounts for all standard variables.

Can I customize labor rates in the calculator?

Yes! Professional contractors can adjust labor rates, markup percentages, and material costs to match their local market and business model.

Does the calculator include paint coverage calculations?

Absolutely. The calculator automatically calculates paint coverage based on surface area, number of coats needed, and paint type to ensure accurate material estimates.

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