Interior painter for homes and units

Homeowners, landlords, property managers and real estate agents getting rentals or sale properties ready.

Fixed quote per room or per job, covering labour and paint, usually with a margin added on materials.

• Careful preparation and neat finishing
• Quoting and measuring up jobs
• Reliable and clear with customers

• Check your state's licensing rules: some states require a contractor licence or registration for painting work above a set job value
• Public liability insurance, and check whether you need other cover for the work you do
• Older homes may contain lead paint, so check safe handling and testing before sanding
• Working at height: use proper ladders and safe set-ups
• Quote carefully so prep time and extra coats do not eat your margin

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on the equipment you already own and what you buy new. Treat this as an estimate and price your own kit before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $10,000, depending on how many jobs you take, job size and how well you quote. That is revenue, not profit, so allow for materials and insurance.

Rules differ by state. Check your state's licensing rules, as some require a contractor licence or registration for painting above a set job value. Also check public liability insurance, lead paint handling in older homes, and safe work at height.