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How to Hire a Painter in Texas

Compare professionals serving Texas.

Homeowners in Texas researching how to hire a painter face different prices, rules, and provider availability across Houston, Dallas, and smaller communities. This local guide connects the national how to hire a painter advice with Texas labor costs, licensing checks, cities, and professionals who serve the state.

Professionals serving Texas

Painting Companies Texas Homeowners Trust

Ratings and phone numbers only tell part of the story. These profiles add the Texas-specific detail that matters when comparing how to hire a painter.

1.

US 911 Painting

4.9(1422 reviews) VerifiedFeatured

US 911 Painting connects Texas homeowners to vetted local painting pros through a single nationwide line. Customers rate it 4.9 stars across 1422 reviews and past clients single out nationwide 24/7 availability. Demand around Houston and Dallas keeps Texas calendars full, so early quote requests get the best slots. As with any Texas hire, weigh US 911 Painting's written scope and warranty against two competing bids.

(714) 386-7547
2.

FreshStroke Painting Co.

4.5(40 reviews) Verified

Homeowners across Texas regularly turn to FreshStroke Painting Co. when they need painting work. Core services run from interior painting to exterior painting, so most residential jobs stay in-house. Quotes track local labor costs - BLS pegs the Texas median wage for painters, construction and maintenance at $45,460 a year. A quick call tells you how soon FreshStroke Painting Co. can start in your corner of Texas and what a visit will cost.

(213) 579-0212
3.

TrueColor Painters

4.6(51 reviews)

Few painting providers serving Texas come up in side-by-side comparisons as often as TrueColor Painters. A 4.6-star average over 51 reviews reflects how it treats repeat customers. Its Texas footprint concentrates where the work is - Houston, Dallas, and the communities in between. Call to confirm availability in your part of Texas, and ask TrueColor Painters for references from recent local jobs.

(602) 257-7678

Texas homeowners researching how to hire a painter will quickly run into BrushWorks Painting Services - and for good reason. A 4.7-star average over 62 reviews reflects how it treats repeat customers. Quotes track local labor costs - BLS pegs the Texas median wage for painters, construction and maintenance at $45,460 a year. Call to confirm availability in your part of Texas, and ask BrushWorks Painting Services for references from recent local jobs.

(407) 469-7544
5.

FineFinish Painting Pros

4.8(73 reviews) Verified

Among the painting companies serving Texas, FineFinish Painting Pros stands out for consistency. A 4.8-star average over 73 reviews reflects how it treats repeat customers. Labor drives most painting pricing here: the Texas median for painters, construction and maintenance is $45,460 a year (BLS OEWS 2025), 8% below the national figure. As with any Texas hire, weigh FineFinish Painting Pros's written scope and warranty against two competing bids.

(617) 993-9997

Know the Texas Market

Population

29,145,505

#2 largest state, 2020 Census

Median wage: Painters, Construction and Maintenance

$45,460/yr

8% below the national median of $49,400

License verification

Texas Dept. of Licensing & Regulation (electrical, HVAC; plumbing via TSBPE)

Licensing is handled locally in this state - confirm insurance and local registration.

Largest metro areas

Houston · Dallas · San Antonio

Where Texas demand concentrates

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census (April 1, 2020); U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025.

How much does how to hire a painter cost in Texas?
How to Hire a Painter pricing in Texas depends on scope, materials, local labor rates, and the provider. Costs in larger metros often run higher than in rural areas. Compare at least three written quotes from Texas providers.
Are painting contractors in Texas licensed and insured?
Licensing and insurance requirements for painting work vary by state and municipality. Before hiring any Texas painting company, confirm it holds the proper state license, carries liability insurance, and can provide references.
How do I choose the best painting company in Texas?
Compare provider ratings, read what past customers liked and disliked, verify licensing and insurance, and request written quotes from several Texas companies. The list above ranks top-rated painting providers serving homeowners across the state.