Painters in Oakland, CA

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Painting in Oakland: what to know

Oakland is in Alameda County, covering ZIP codes 94601, 94602, 94603, 94605, 94606, 94607, 94608, 94609 and 8 more. Pros listed here also cover nearby Alameda, Piedmont, San Leandro, Emeryville, Moraga, Berkeley, Ashland and San Lorenzo. 189 painters on Contractors2Hire serve the Oakland area, including pros based in Ashland, Castro Valley, Berkeley, San Francisco. Most painting jobs here cost $510–$2,300 per room.

Neighborhoods we cover in Oakland

Rockridge · Temescal · Lake Merritt · Grand Lake · Piedmont Avenue · Montclair · Dimond · Fruitvale · Glenview · Jack London Square

Permits for work inside Oakland city limits are issued by the City of Oakland Planning & Building Department.

Hiring a licensed painter in California

Look for a C-33 Painting and Decorating license from the Contractors State License Board (CSLB).

Check a license on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) site

How much does a painter cost in Oakland?

Most painting jobs in Oakland, CA cost $510–$2,300 per room, with hourly rates around $50–$120.

JobLowTypicalHigh
Patch drywall and touch up paint$190$420$900
Paint one interior room$510$1,150$2,300
Stain a fence or deck$770$1,900$3,850
Paint kitchen cabinets$3,850$7,050$11,500
Paint a whole-home interior (2,000 sq ft)$5,100$8,950$15,400
Paint a house exterior$4,500$8,300$15,400

What affects the price

Painters in Oakland: FAQ

How much does a painter cost in Oakland?

Most painting jobs in Oakland, CA cost $510–$2,300 per room. Hourly rates typically run $50–$120. These are estimates based on typical US prices adjusted for local costs — the job's size, materials and access all move the price, so compare two or three quotes before you hire.

How do I find a painter near me in Oakland?

Enter your ZIP code at the top of this page — Oakland covers 94601, 94602, 94603, 94605, 94606, 94607, 94608, 94609 and 8 more — to see painters who serve your address, then compare their profiles and get free quotes. Pros listed here also serve nearby Alameda, Berkeley, San Leandro.

How many painters serve Oakland on Contractors2Hire?

189 painting pros on Contractors2Hire serve the Oakland area. Each profile shows the pro's photos, service area, licenses on file and reviews from past customers.

How do I choose the right painter in Oakland?

Compare at least three pros. Check that their license is active with your state licensing board, ask for proof of insurance, read recent reviews, and get the scope, price and timeline in writing before work starts. Avoid paying the full amount up front.

Does a painter need a license in California?

Any job worth $1,000 or more in labor and materials must be done by a CSLB-licensed contractor. For painting work that means a C-33 Painting and Decorating license from the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). You can check any license number on the board's website before you hire.

Is it free to get quotes from painters on Contractors2Hire?

Yes. Sending a request and comparing quotes is free, with no obligation to hire. You pay the pro you choose directly for the work.

How long does an interior paint job last?

About 5–10 years in most rooms, less in kitchens, bathrooms and kids' rooms. Exterior paint usually lasts 5–10 years depending on sun and weather.

Is paint included in the quote?

Usually, but not always. Ask whether the quote includes paint and primer, which brand and finish, and how many coats.

Areas and ZIP codes covered around Oakland

Oakland ZIP codes: 94601 · 94602 · 94603 · 94605 · 94606 · 94607 · 94608 · 94609 · 94610 · 94611 · 94612 · 94613 · 94618 · 94619 · 94621 · 94705

Nearby communities: Alameda · Piedmont · San Leandro · Emeryville · Moraga · Berkeley · Ashland · San Lorenzo

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