2026 Omaha price guide
How Much Does Painting Cost in Omaha?
Honest, current pricing for interior painting, exterior painting, and cabinet refinishing across the Omaha metro — plus what actually moves the number up or down. Every project is quoted after a free in-person walkthrough, in writing, so there are no surprises.
Interior painting prices
| Job | Typical size | Omaha price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single bedroom (walls only) | 10×12 ft | $450 – $850 | One coat over similar color; two coats if going lighter. |
| Living room (walls only) | 14×18 ft | $700 – $1,400 | Add $150–$300 for vaulted ceilings. |
| Whole-home interior repaint | 1,800 sq ft | $4,500 – $8,500 | Walls, ceilings, doors, and trim in a neutral scheme. |
| Whole-home interior repaint | 3,000 sq ft | $7,500 – $14,000 | Depends on trim complexity and color changes. |
| Ceilings only | per room | $200 – $500 | Popcorn removal or knockdown texture adds cost. |
| Trim, doors & baseboards | per room | $250 – $600 | Semi-gloss enamel, brushed and rolled. |
| Stairwell (2-story) | typical | $650 – $1,200 | Scaffolding or ladder work included. |
Exterior painting prices
| Job | Typical size | Omaha price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch home exterior | 1,200–1,600 sq ft | $3,500 – $6,500 | Siding + trim; power wash included. |
| Two-story exterior | 2,000–2,800 sq ft | $5,500 – $10,500 | Height and prep drive the range. |
| Large two-story with detail trim | 3,000+ sq ft | $9,000 – $16,000+ | Multi-color schemes and heavy prep. |
| Trim & fascia only | typical home | $1,800 – $3,500 | Great refresh between full repaints. |
| Front door refinish | single door | $250 – $500 | Removed, sprayed, and re-hung when possible. |
| Deck stain or seal | 200–400 sq ft | $600 – $1,400 | Includes cleaning and light sanding. |
Cabinet refinishing prices
| Job | Typical size | Omaha price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen refinish | 15–20 lin ft | $2,500 – $4,000 | Doors sprayed off-site; boxes on-site. |
| Standard Omaha kitchen | 25–35 lin ft | $3,500 – $6,500 | Cabinet-grade conversion finish. |
| Large kitchen with island | 40+ lin ft | $6,500 – $10,000+ | Two-tone or glass fronts add cost. |
| Bath vanity refinish | single vanity | $400 – $900 | Great add-on with a kitchen project. |
What drives painting cost up or down
Two houses on the same street can quote very differently. Here's why.
Prep condition
Peeling paint, drywall repair, caulking, and priming take real time. Homes in solid shape quote lower; homes with damage quote higher because the work is real.
Number of colors
Each color change means cutting in, taping, and often an extra coat. A single-color repaint is meaningfully cheaper than a 4-color scheme with accent walls.
Height and access
Two-story stairwells, vaulted ceilings, and tall exteriors need ladders, scaffolding, or lifts. Access — not paint — is often the biggest variable.
Trim and detail
Ornate trim, built-ins, wainscoting, and coffered ceilings are slow, careful work. Simple 3¼" baseboards go fast; a detailed craftsman package does not.
Paint quality
We spec Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, and M.L. Campbell as the standard. Better paint costs more per gallon but covers better and lasts longer, so it's the honest choice.
Color change direction
Going darker to lighter usually needs a primer coat plus two finish coats. Same-tone repaints often finish in one.
What's included in every Superb Painting quote
- Free, same-day estimate in writing
- Furniture moved and floors protected
- All prep — cleaning, sanding, caulking, spot-priming
- Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, or M.L. Campbell paint
- Two coats on color changes; one coat on same-color refresh
- Clean, on-time crew — we respond same business day
- Final walkthrough and touch-ups before we call it done
Ranges vs. real quotes
These ranges reflect what real Omaha projects have cost in 2025–2026. Your home is not average, and we don't want to guess — a free in-person estimate is the only way to give you a real number. We measure, count doors, check trim and prep, and put everything in writing the same day when possible.
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