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Florida House Painters — Interior & Exterior 2026

90 painting businesses listed across 49 Florida cities. Compare public information and contact businesses directly.

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Florida sun fries paint — even quality exterior coatings need refresh every 6–10 years on south-facing walls. The painting companies below handle interior repaints, full exteriors (with the right elastomeric or masonry-rated coatings), cabinet refinishing, deck and pool-cage painting, and commercial work. Look for licensed Florida painting contractors who carry liability and use UV-rated paint systems.

Painting by City

Jacksonville8Orlando7Pensacola6New Smyrna Beach5Port Charlotte4St. Petersburg4Sarasota3Tampa3Tallahassee3Clearwater2Naples2Miami2Melbourne2Crestview2Punta Gorda1Saint Johns Town Center1Kissimmee1Ocoee1Inverness1Sanford1Celebration1Lake Buena Vista1Englewood1Brandon1

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Florida-Specific Painting Considerations

What makes painting different in Florida — salt air, humidity, hurricane code, and the permit + licensing quirks that catch out-of-state transplants off guard.

Exterior paint lifespan is 7-10 years in Florida

UV + humidity + salt air knock down northern exterior paint claims ("25 year") to 7-10 years in FL. Spec 100% acrylic or elastomeric paint rated for coastal/subtropical; budget for repaint sooner than your northern friends.

Washdown before paint = non-negotiable

Florida stucco and siding carry invisible salt deposits + mold spores. A proper soft-wash before paint is the difference between 10 years and 3 years of service life. Don't let a contractor skip this step.

HOA color approval takes weeks

Most FL HOAs require written approval of your paint color chip before work starts. Submit colors 4-8 weeks before your intended start date.

Stucco repair is a specialty

Hairline + settlement cracks in stucco should be repaired before paint, not painted over. A legitimate paint contractor flags cracks, prepares them, and texture-matches — a lazy one just paints over the existing mess.

Painting Cost by Florida Region (2026)

Prices vary significantly across Florida's 9 regions based on labor markets, local demand, and material transport costs. Ranges reflect typical installed project costs — always get 3+ quotes.

Region Typical Cost
Northwest Florida (Panhandle / Emerald Coast)$2.00–$3.50/sq ft interior · $1.50–$2.75/sq ft exterior
First Coast (Northeast Florida)$2.25–$3.75/sq ft interior · $1.75–$3.00/sq ft exterior
Central Florida$2.50–$4.00/sq ft interior · $2.00–$3.25/sq ft exterior
Tampa Bay region$2.75–$4.25/sq ft interior · $2.00–$3.50/sq ft exterior
Southwest Florida (Gulf Coast / Paradise Coast)$3.00–$4.75/sq ft interior · $2.25–$3.75/sq ft exterior
Southeast Florida (Atlantic Coast / Gold Coast)$3.50–$5.50/sq ft interior · $2.75–$4.50/sq ft exterior
Treasure Coast$3.25–$5.00/sq ft interior · $2.50–$4.00/sq ft exterior
Space Coast$2.75–$4.25/sq ft interior · $2.00–$3.50/sq ft exterior
Florida Keys$5.00–$8.00/sq ft interior · $4.00–$6.50/sq ft exterior

Planning ranges from source data checked Apr 2026. Confirm current labor, materials, scope, and price with itemized local quotes.

Painting Brand Comparisons

Not sure which brand to choose? Our side-by-side comparisons cover the top painting brands for Florida homeowners.

Sherwin-Williams vs Benjamin Moore
Sherwin-Williams Emerald and Duration lines dominate Florida contractor usage due to self-priming fo…
CertaPro Painters vs Five Star Painting
CertaPro Painters and Five Star Painting are both national franchise painting companies with strong …
Sherwin-Williams Emerald vs Benjamin Moore Aura
Both are top-tier exterior paints that perform well in Florida's climate. Benjamin Moore Aura is wid…
Sherwin-Williams ProMar/Emerald vs Behr Premium Plus / Marquee
Sherwin-Williams Emerald Exterior and Duration are the professional standard in Florida for superior…
Florida Paints vs Sherwin-Williams
Florida Paints is the more climate-specific choice: it manufactures in Florida and offers exterior, …

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to paint a house in Florida?▾
Interior repaint of a 2,000 sq ft home: $3,500–$7,500 depending on prep, ceilings, trim, and color count. Full exterior of a 2,000 sq ft stucco home: $4,500–$9,500 with elastomeric or premium acrylic. Cabinet refinishing (kitchen, ~30 doors): $2,800–$5,500. Always include surface prep, primer, and 2 topcoats in your quote.
What's the best exterior paint for Florida?▾
Elastomeric coatings (Sherwin-Williams Loxon XP, Behr Premium Plus Ultra elastomeric) for stucco — they bridge hairline cracks and resist UV. For wood/Hardie siding, a 100% acrylic latex with UV inhibitors. Avoid oil-based exteriors in Florida — they yellow and chalk fast in the sun.
How often does a Florida home need to be repainted?▾
Stucco exteriors with elastomeric: 8–12 years. Wood or Hardie with quality acrylic: 6–10 years. Decks and pool cages: 3–5 years (wood is brutal in our climate). Interior walls: 7–10 years for most rooms, less for kitchens and bathrooms. South and west exposures fail first — that's where to inspect annually.
Do Florida painters need a license?▾
Painters working under $2,500 per job and not pulling permits don't need a state license — but a county/city Business Tax Receipt (BTR) is universally required. For commercial work, larger residential jobs, or anything requiring permits, a Painting Contractor license is needed. Always verify liability insurance.
Should I paint my Florida home a light or dark color?▾
Light colors (whites, soft grays, pale blues) reflect heat, last longer in UV, and dominate Florida HOA palettes. Dark colors fade 30–50% faster and run noticeably hotter — a deep charcoal exterior in Tampa can hit 165°F surface temp in summer, accelerating substrate damage.