Painting Costs in Rhode Island

Verified cost ranges across cities in Rhode Island

Verified by 4 sourcesUpdated June 18, 2026

Painting Cost Comparison — Rhode Island

Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Rhode Island

Cost Comparison — Interior Painting

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$778

Typical

$1,245

High

$2,419

Providence2 sources

Low

$792

Typical

$1,267

High

$2,462

Warwick2 sources

Low

$792

Typical

$1,267

High

$2,462

Newport2 sources

Low

$792

Typical

$1,267

High

$2,462

Cost Comparison — Exterior Painting

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$1,953

Typical

$2,753

High

$5,552

Providence2 sources

Low

$1,988

Typical

$2,802

High

$5,650

Warwick2 sources

Low

$1,988

Typical

$2,802

High

$5,650

Newport2 sources

Low

$1,988

Typical

$2,802

High

$5,650

Cost Comparison — Cabinet Painting

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$99

Typical

$420

High

$742

Providence2 sources

Low

$101

Typical

$428

High

$755

Warwick2 sources

Low

$101

Typical

$428

High

$755

Newport2 sources

Low

$101

Typical

$428

High

$755

Cost Comparison — Deck Staining

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$302

Typical

$471

High

$742

Providence3 sources

Low

$308

Typical

$479

High

$755

Warwick3 sources

Low

$308

Typical

$479

High

$755

Newport3 sources

Low

$308

Typical

$479

High

$755

Cost Comparison — Fence Staining

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$430

Typical

$1,061

High

$2,240

Providence3 sources

Low

$437

Typical

$1,079

High

$2,280

Warwick3 sources

Low

$437

Typical

$1,079

High

$2,280

Newport3 sources

Low

$437

Typical

$1,079

High

$2,280

Cost Comparison — Wallpaper Removal

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$75

Typical

$684

High

$1,518

Providence2 sources

Low

$76

Typical

$696

High

$1,545

Warwick2 sources

Low

$76

Typical

$696

High

$1,545

Newport2 sources

Low

$76

Typical

$696

High

$1,545

Cost Comparison — Drywall Repair

Rhode Island4 sources

Low

$230

Typical

$648

High

$1,262

Providence4 sources

Low

$234

Typical

$660

High

$1,284

Warwick4 sources

Low

$234

Typical

$660

High

$1,284

Newport4 sources

Low

$234

Typical

$660

High

$1,284

Cost Comparison — Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$200

Typical

$1,946

High

$5,000

Providence2 sources

Low

$204

Typical

$1,981

High

$5,089

Warwick2 sources

Low

$204

Typical

$1,981

High

$5,089

Newport2 sources

Low

$204

Typical

$1,981

High

$5,089

Cost Comparison — Trim Painting

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$700

Typical

$1,246

High

$2,500

Providence2 sources

Low

$712

Typical

$1,268

High

$2,544

Warwick2 sources

Low

$712

Typical

$1,268

High

$2,544

Newport2 sources

Low

$712

Typical

$1,268

High

$2,544

Cost Comparison — Pressure Washing

Rhode Island2 sources

Low

$226

Typical

$433

High

$742

Providence2 sources

Low

$230

Typical

$440

High

$755

Warwick2 sources

Low

$230

Typical

$440

High

$755

Newport2 sources

Low

$230

Typical

$440

High

$755

Cost Comparison — Ceiling Painting

Rhode Island3 sources

Low

$140

Typical

$297

High

$742

Providence3 sources

Low

$143

Typical

$302

High

$755

Warwick3 sources

Low

$143

Typical

$302

High

$755

Newport3 sources

Low

$143

Typical

$302

High

$755

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Interior Painting

Preparation and painting of interior walls and ceilings including patching, priming, and two finish coats with low-VOC latex paint.

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Exterior Painting

Power washing, scraping, priming, and painting of exterior siding, trim, and doors with weather-resistant acrylic or oil-based paint.

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Cabinet Painting

Professional sanding, priming, and spraying of kitchen or bathroom cabinet boxes and doors for a factory-smooth finish.

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Deck Staining

Cleaning, sanding, and applying a penetrating or film-forming stain to a wood deck to protect against UV damage, moisture, and foot traffic.

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Fence Staining

Application of a semi-transparent or solid stain to a wood fence after power washing and drying to extend its lifespan.

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Wallpaper Removal

Steaming or chemical removal of existing wallpaper and sizing, followed by wall skim coating and priming before painting.

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Drywall Repair

Patching of holes, cracks, and dings in drywall with joint compound, sanding, and priming to a paint-ready surface.

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Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Wetting and scraping of acoustic popcorn ceiling texture followed by skim coating and painting for a smooth, modern finish. Asbestos testing recommended for pre-1980 homes.

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Trim Painting

Careful masking and painting of baseboards, door casings, window trim, and crown molding with semi-gloss or satin enamel.

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Pressure Washing

High-pressure washing of driveways, siding, decks, fences, and roofs to remove dirt, mold, mildew, and loose paint before refinishing.

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Ceiling Painting

Prep and application of flat or matte ceiling paint to eliminate stains, marks, or discoloration from a single room or entire home.

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