Painting in Lakewood, Colorado
Best Painting Companies in Lakewood
With a population of about 160,000, Lakewood keeps painting professionals busy year-round. The right Painting company means a job done once and done right, so it pays to review ratings, read real customer feedback, and gather written quotes before you commit.
Lakewood at a glance
- Population
- 155,961
- County
- Jefferson County
- Size in Colorado
- #5 largest city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023)
What painting labor costs near Lakewood
That's the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro-area median for Painters, Construction and Maintenance, 18% above the national median. Because labor is the biggest line item in most paintingjobs, it's a strong signal of what you'll pay to hire in Lakewood.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025 · metro-area estimate · Painters, Construction and Maintenance (SOC 47-2141)
Permits & licensing in Lakewood
Building permits in Lakewood are issued locally — confirm what your project needs with the Jefferson County or Lakewood building department before work starts. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level; Colorado has no statewide general-contractor license, so check the Colorado DORA (trade licenses; general contracting is licensed locally) and local rules.
Licensing info — Colorado DORA (trade licenses; general contracting is licensed locally)
Top-Rated Painting Companies in Lakewood
Below are highly rated painting companies serving Lakewood and the surrounding area. Compare providers, request quotes, and find the right professional for your project.