Hire a painter in Los Angeles, CA
10 painting pros serve Los Angeles and nearby areas — within about 16 miles.
- Independent local pros — not a franchise. You hire the person who actually does the work: solo contractors and small crews, not a national call center.
- Often cheaper than franchise companies. No franchise fees, branded trucks, or corporate overhead padding your bill.
- Upfront per-unit rates. Compare prices side by side and pick the best — no waiting on quotes, no haggling.
- No bid spam. Message only the pro you choose — not an inbox full of look-alike bids to sift through.
Painting pros serving Los Angeles
Real FinerNest pros near Los Angeles, sorted by distance. Names are shown as first name + last initial for privacy until you connect.
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Justyn H.
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 8 yrs
48 services offered
$300 min. per job
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Abed
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 40 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$1/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$3/sq ft (paint area)
$200 min. per job
James
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 4 yrs
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.64/sq ft (paint area)
Trim / baseboard paint$1.86/linear ft
$100 min. per job
Denzil P.
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 5 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$0.64/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$0.64/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$0.64/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.64/sq ft (paint area)
$50 min. per job
Roberto M.
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 8 yrs · licensed
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
$100 min. per job
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Chris Q.
Los Angeles, CA · ~1 mi · 25 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
$175 min. per job
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Daniel I.
Alhambra, CA · ~7 mi · 45 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$1/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$1/sq ft (paint area)
$200 min. per job
Ray D.
Altadena, CA · ~11 mi · 15 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (ceiling area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.50/sq ft (paint area)
$350 min. per job
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James W.
Gardena, CA · ~12 mi · 10 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$0.65/sq ft (wall area)
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge$0.65/sq ft (paint area)
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge$0.65/sq ft (paint area)
Trim / baseboard paint$1.90/linear ft
$60 min. per job
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luis
Hermosa Beach, CA · ~16 mi · 3 yrs
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard)$1/sq ft (wall area)
$100 min. per job
Common painting jobs in Los Angeles
- Primer / sealer coatOne coat of primer/sealer on walls, ceilings or exterior siding
- Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard)Light prep + two coats on ceiling — ceiling area only
- Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surchargeExtensive patching, sanding, priming on damaged walls beyond light spot-fill
- Exterior paint — house sidingPressure wash, prime as needed, two coats
- Trim / baseboard paintLight sand, prime if needed, two coats
- Interior door paint (both sides)Light prep, prime if needed, two coats
What painting work costs near Los Angeles
The rates pros near Los Angeles actually publish on FinerNest. Labor + consumables; larger materials are billed at cost or supplied by you. Where pros differ, you’ll see a range.
| Service | What it includes | Local rate |
|---|---|---|
Interior wall paint (2-coat standard) Walls | Light prep + two coats — assumes vacant room / customer-moved furniture | $0.64–$1 per sq ft (wall area) |
Interior ceiling paint (2-coat standard) Ceiling | Light prep + two coats on ceiling — ceiling area only | $0.64–$1 per sq ft (ceiling area) |
Furnished / occupied home — prep surcharge Furnished prep | Furniture moving and covering, masking around fixed items, careful work in lived-in space | $0.50–$1 per sq ft (paint area) |
Heavy patching / damaged walls — prep surcharge Heavy prep | Extensive patching, sanding, priming on damaged walls beyond light spot-fill | $0.50–$3 per sq ft (paint area) |
Trim / baseboard paint | Light sand, prime if needed, two coats | $1.50–$2.66 per linear ft |
Interior door paint (both sides) | Light prep, prime if needed, two coats | $40–$100 per door |
Cabinet refinish (paint or stain) Kitchen cabinets | Light sand, prime, two-coat finish | $27–$40 per door/drawer face |
Exterior paint — house siding Standard siding | Pressure wash, prime as needed, two coats | $0.64–$1.50 per sq ft (wall area) |
Wallpaper removal | Strip, clean, prep for paint | $0.64–$1 per sq ft (wall) |
Primer / sealer coat | One coat of primer/sealer on walls, ceilings or exterior siding | $0.40 per sq ft |
Painting in Los Angeles — FAQ
How many painting pros are available in Los Angeles, CA?
10 painting pros currently serve Los Angeles and nearby areas on FinerNest, each with published per-unit rates you can compare before you book.
How much does painting work cost in Los Angeles?
Painting work in Los Angeles is priced by the unit — per square foot, per fixture, per door, and so on — not as one lump bid. The table above shows current rates for 10 painting services, and your price is locked before work starts.
Are FinerNest painting pros near Los Angeles licensed?
Many Los Angeles-area pros list their license on file, shown as a "Licensed" badge on their profile. FinerNest is a marketplace — always confirm a pro's license and insurance directly before hiring.
How fast can I book a painting pro in Los Angeles?
Pick a pro, send your job details, and they text you back — many in Los Angeles respond the same day. You choose the timeframe, from "today" to "flexible."