How much does it cost to hire a painter to paint a single room including prep, primer, and two coats in Moncton in 2026?

For a single room in Moncton, expect to pay $350-650 for professional painting including prep, primer, and two coats, with most average bedrooms falling in the $400-500 range.

The cost varies significantly based on room size, ceiling height, and the amount of prep work required. A standard 12x12 foot bedroom with 8-foot ceilings typically runs $350-500, while larger living rooms or rooms with vaulted ceilings can reach $600-800. Bathrooms are often on the lower end ($300-450) due to size, but kitchens may cost more ($450-650) due to grease cleaning and careful work around cabinets and appliances.

Prep work is the biggest variable in pricing. A room in good condition needing only light sanding, hole filling, and cleaning will be at the lower end of the range. However, rooms requiring extensive patching, wallpaper removal, or stain-blocking primer (common in older Moncton homes with nicotine stains or water damage) can add $100-200 to the base price. Many heritage homes in Moncton's older neighborhoods have multiple layers of paint and wallpaper that require extra prep time.

What's typically included in a professional single-room paint job:

• Moving and protecting furniture with plastic sheeting


• Cleaning walls with TSP or degreaser


• Filling nail holes and minor cracks with spackle


• Light sanding of glossy surfaces


• Taping trim, outlets, and fixtures


• One coat of primer on new or stained surfaces


• Two coats of quality latex paint on walls and ceiling


• Cleanup and furniture replacement

Moncton-specific considerations include the humidity from the Petitcodiac River valley, which can slow drying times in summer. Professional painters account for this by scheduling work during optimal weather windows and using fans or dehumidifiers when needed. Winter is actually ideal for interior painting in Moncton due to low humidity from heating systems.

Additional costs that might apply: Crown molding or detailed trim painting adds $100-200. Stipple ceiling removal and repainting adds $200-400. If you're changing from a dark color to light (or vice versa), expect an extra coat of primer, adding $50-100 to the total.

Most Moncton painters quote by the job rather than hourly, and it's wise to get three quotes since prices can vary 25-30% between contractors for identical work. Always verify that your painter carries liability insurance, especially important given WorkSafeNB requirements in New Brunswick.

Need help finding a professional painter? New Brunswick Painting can match you with local Moncton painting contractors for free estimates on your single-room project.