Painting in Miami, FL
Verified, insured painters serving Miami and Miami-Dade County.
Miami homeowners have plenty of painters to choose from, but not all of them are licensed, insured and local. Miami-Dade has the strictest building code in the state, so licensing and permitting knowledge separate real pros from the rest. The right one understands how Miami-Dade County homes are built, permitted and worn by the climate.
We match painters across Miami — including Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Kendall — and the wider Miami-Dade County area.
Painting costs in Miami
| Common job | Typical Florida cost* |
|---|---|
| Interior room | $300 – $900 |
| Whole-home interior | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Exterior repaint | $3,000 – $9,000 |
| Cabinet refinishing | $1,500 – $5,000 |
| Pressure wash & prep | $200 – $600 |
*General 2026 estimates for Florida, not quotes. Your price depends on scope, materials and your specific home. Always compare written quotes.
Permits & hiring painters in Miami
Most significant painting work in Miami needs a permit through the Miami or Miami-Dade County building department, and inspections are enforced. A licensed painter handles that for you — unpermitted work is one of the most common reasons Florida insurance claims get denied.
Before you hire in Miami, confirm insurance, references, and a written scope covering prep, number of coats and the specific product — prep is where cheap jobs cut corners. BuildMatcher verifies every contractor’s Florida licence and insurance before they can bid — so the Miami pros you hear from are already checked.
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How much does it cost to paint a house exterior in Miami?
An exterior repaint typically runs $3,000 to $9,000 depending on size, stories and surface condition.
How often should I repaint in Miami?
Exteriors here often need repainting every 5–7 years because of UV and humidity — good prep and coatings extend that.
Do I need a licensed painter in Miami?
For most painting work in Miami-Dade County, yes — and unlicensed work can void your insurance and fail inspection. Every painter on BuildMatcher has their Florida licence and insurance verified before they can bid on your Miami job.
How do I find a trusted painter near me in Miami?
Instead of cold-calling names, BuildMatcher matches you with credential-checked painters who already serve Miami and Miami-Dade County, so the pros who contact you are verified before you ever speak to them.
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