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Painting estimate template

Use this painting estimate template as a starting point for residential interior or exterior paint jobs where customers need a clear breakdown of prep, coats, and materials.

What this template is for

Use this painting estimate template as a starting point for residential interior or exterior paint jobs where customers need a clear breakdown of prep, coats, and materials.

When to use this template

  • Standard residential repaint jobs
  • Mixed interior and exterior quotes
  • Jobs where the customer needs a room-by-room or area-by-area breakdown

What to include

  • Surface prep, sanding, patching, and masking labor
  • Primer and finish-coat materials by area or room
  • Cleanup, protection, and exclusion notes

Sample line items

  • Surface prep labor
  • Primer coat labor and materials
  • Finish coat labor and materials
  • Masking, protection, and cleanup

Tips for creating a professional estimate

  • Separate prep from finish-coat labor to show where the time goes
  • Specify coat count and product type to avoid scope disputes
  • List masking, drop cloths, and cleanup as separate line items

FAQ

What should a painting estimate template include?

A painting estimate template should cover prep labor, primer, finish coats, materials, cleanup, exclusions around customer-supplied paint, and clear coat count so the customer understands what is included.

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