Painting Costs in District of Columbia

Verified cost ranges across cities in District of Columbia

Verified by 2 sourcesUpdated June 18, 2026

Painting Cost Comparison — District of Columbia

Compare verified cost ranges across cities in District of Columbia

Cost Comparison — Drywall Repair

Washington2 sources

Low

$344

Typical

$658

High

$972

District of Columbia2 sources

Low

$316

Typical

$604

High

$893

All Painting Services

painting

Interior Painting

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

Cost data available

painting

Exterior Painting

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

Cost data available

painting

Cabinet Painting

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

Cost data available

painting

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.

Cost data available

painting

Fence Staining

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

Cost data available

painting

Wallpaper Removal

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

Cost data available

painting

Drywall Repair

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

Cost data available

painting

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.

Cost data available

painting

Trim Painting

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

Cost data available

painting

Pressure Washing

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

Cost data available

painting

Ceiling Painting

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

Cost data available