4 August 20265 min readBy Mike
How long does it take to paint a house?
Knowing how long the painters will be there helps you plan around work, kids and pets.
Here are realistic timeframes for typical Adelaide jobs, plus a simple checklist to keep things moving.
Typical timeframes
| Job | Typical time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single room | 1 day | 2 days if lots of repairs |
| 3-bedroom interior | 5 – 8 days | Including ceilings, doors and trims |
| Single-storey exterior | 5 – 10 days | Weather dependent |
| Double-storey exterior | 2 – 3 weeks | Scaffold setup adds time |
| Roof painting | 3 – 5 days | Cleaning and drying time included |
What slows a job down
- Repairs: Cracked plaster, rotten timber and water damage add days.
- Weather: Rain and heatwaves pause exterior work.
- Colour changes: Extra coats need extra drying time.
- Occupied homes: Working around furniture and people takes a little longer.
How to prepare your home
Before we arrive
- Clear small items and breakables
- Take down artwork and curtains
- Let us know about pets and access
- Park cars away from the walls
Leave to us
- Moving heavy furniture
- Covering floors and gardens
- Removing switch plates
- Cleaning up each day
"We clean up at the end of every day, so you're never living in a building site."
Want a timeline for your job?
Every quote comes with a start date and an expected finish.
Frequently asked questions
Can I live at home while you paint?
Yes. We work room by room inside and keep the house usable.
How long before I can move furniture back?
Usually the same evening for walls. Freshly painted doors and trims need a little longer before heavy use.
Do you work weekends?
Our standard hours are Monday to Friday. Ask if you need something different.