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Great communicator and an efficient job! Will definitely have Frances back to quote our next job 👏🏼

Fence painting

$300

Awesome work from Jamie. He was helpful and efficient with his work. We will certainly be very happy to have him again.

Back Fence Painting

$120

John helped us repaint our front fence. He did a good job in challenging circumstances (issue with pain supplier and weather). John came back on weekend to finish the job. Overall very happy.

Repaint Fence

$250

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$490

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Why hire a fence painter nearby through Airtasker?

Find fence painting near you with just one post on Airtasker. We’ll connect you with skilled fence painters in your local area, so you can get your fences freshly painted and give your home an instant upgrade. Hiring a fence painting specialist can save you the time and stress of trying to get the job done all on your own.

When you put up your task, you have the freedom to set your budget and choose the painter who fits your needs. You can read reviews and compare quotes, so you can get someone whom you have full confidence in. It’s easier than going around the town or making phone calls to reach an available painter!

Outdoor surfaces such as fences face a lot of wear and tear over time, and applying a fresh coat of paint can provide a welcome transformation. With Airtasker, you can stay on top of your fence painting project, keep within your budget, and best of all, achieve fast and quality results.

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Top Fence Painting related questions

How long it takes to paint a fence depends on your fence’s size and height and its current condition. On average, painting a regular five to six-feet fence shouldn’t take longer than a few hours. If your fence has a lot of dirt, grime, and peeling paint, prepare to allot extra time since your painter has to get rid of any damage before applying a coat of paint.

You don’t have to be present for your painter to start the job, but you can if you want to keep track of your fence painting projects. If you prefer for your painter to go ahead, just make sure that your painter has access to your property, so they can get straight to work on painting your fence as soon as they arrive at the appointed time.

There are many ways to prepare your garden or backyard for the fence painting work. Depending on your landscaping, you can trim back all trees and shrubs and leave a safe space of one to two feet from the fence line. You can also cover your shrubs, bushes, and other greenery with a drop cloth or tarp to prevent them from getting damaged during the painting work. Lastly, you can remove all backyard furniture to avoid accidents.

No. Your painter can bring the required supplies, including paints, spray guns, and brushes, so they can immediately get to work on updating your fence. They can also go to the hardware store to pick up any required materials on their way to your location. But in case you have any tools on hand, feel free to let your painter use them.

How long fence painting lasts depends on your local climate and the quality of the painting job. In general, fence painting lasts anywhere between five to six years. If your painter does the proper preparation and uses high-quality paint, then the paint job may last a bit longer than most. On the other hand, if your area experiences considerable rainfall or harsh heat, then your fence may require more frequent maintenance.

You can maintain your newly painted fence in several ways. The most important thing to remember is to clean and wash them regularly using a specially-formulated cleaner or even simple soap and water. You may also use a scrub or a pressure washer to get rid of any stains and scuffs. Lastly, keep on top of the mould, rot, or any damage and get them repaired as soon as possible to avoid further issues down the road.

What does a fence painting service include?

Fence painting services mean more than just applying a fresh coat of paint. Your painter can work with you to make sure your fence not only looks great but can also withstand rain, wind, heat, and other weather damage. Using the best preparation and application techniques, fence painters on Airtasker can help boost your home’s curb appeal through the following services:

Fence painting

Painting your fence is a quick and easy way to refresh the look of your home. Not only does it increase your property’s aesthetic appeal, but it also extends the life of your fencing. When you book a timber fence painting service on Airtasker, local painters can handle the entire process–from carrying out the required prep work and applying the paint to creating a lasting finish.

The painting work starts by washing your fence to get rid of dirt, debris, and other loose paint and make sure the surface is clean and smooth for paint application. Afterwards, a layer of primer is applied to ensure better adhesion of the paint.

Once the primer is fully dry, your painting expert will get right to work. They can use a variety of methods, namely spraying, rolling, or brushing, to coat your fences with your preferred colour and finish thoroughly. 

If painting isn’t enough, you can also hire someone to put up a new fence that matches the look and feel of your home. You can even get a specialist to add panels to your wooden fence to increase your family’s safety and security.

Fence staining

Fence staining is an excellent choice for those wanting a natural-looking wooden fence that complements the outdoors. To maximise the natural grain of wooden fences, fence painters near you can add a fresh coat of stain using a solid brush. Once it’s dry and sealed, your fences are now protected from harsh UV rays and other elements. 

Fence painters on Airtasker can also guide you in choosing a stain that matches your entire garden or backyard so that you can create a stylish, cohesive look for your property. If you’re looking to upgrade not just your fence but your entire outdoor space, you can also find an expert who can redesign your garden based on your current style and taste.

Afterwards, you can hire someone to take care of your newly designed garden, so you don’t have to take time out of your busy schedule. If you plan to get more out of your space, you might want to consider getting a contractor to build you a gorgeous patio as well!

Recent Fence Painting tasks

Help paint fence

$200

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Fence Painting Looking for an experienced painter/handyman to paint our external boundary fence. The job will include: Preparing/cleaning the fence before painting Minor surface preparation where required Painting the fence evenly with a clean, professional finish Approximately 2 coats or as required for proper coverage Protecting the surrounding ground/building/vehicles from paint Cleaning up after completion The fence is around a commercial property/car yard, so we are looking for someone with the appropriate painting equipment and experience. Please provide your quote and mention: paint/materials will be provided by us When you are available Your experience with exterior/fence painting Photos of the fence can be provided. Location: Northcote, VIC

Colorbond Fence painting Labour Quote

$10

Auburn NSW 2144, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Colorbond Fence Painting – Labour Quote I’m looking for an experienced painter to provide a labour-only quote to paint the existing Colorbond boundary fences around the house. Fence areas: Dwelling both side fences – approximately 40 metres each Rear fence – 13.5 metres Total length – approximately 93.5 metres The fences are older Colorbond fences shared with neighbours and currently have three different colours. Please provide quote for one side of the fence to be painted in one uniform colour. Important: Paint will be supplied by me. Materials for masking/protection as required will be supplied by me. Quote required for labour only. Please include surface preparation, cleaning, painting and clean-up. Looking for an experienced painter with Colorbond/metal fence painting experience. Please provide your labour-only quote for the complete job.

Fence painting

$40

Grafton NSW 2460, Australia

17th Aug 2026

Paint metal primer and top coats on colourbond fence

Paint fence (2 coats)

$400

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

16th Aug 2026

Paint inside of fence in woodland grey (paint will be provided). 2 coats. Fence is 1.8m high. Total length is approx 50m.

Fence painting

$250

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

15th Aug 2026

I would like our 65-70m fence pained. Preferably like to get it done on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or a Sunday this week. I would prefer quotes/offers for labour only. I can provide paint. Have provided pictures, please have a look and provide quote.

Fence painting

$200

McKinnon VIC 3204, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Need a painter to final coat fence pailings. Paint supplied. One wall is steel posts, so cant paint them.

Great guy, excellent work highly recommend

Paint fence with sump oil- oil/brush supplied- just the time to do it

$250

Inverleigh VIC 3321, Australia

13th Aug 2026

Post and rail fence- want sump oil put on timber- one coat possibly two

Paint fence

$500

Caulfield South, Victoria

5th Aug 2026

Paint picket gate, length 4 meters, height 1.7 meters, new timber fence no existing paint, primer and paint will be provided, 1 coat primer, 2 coats of paint

Eric did a great job painting my gate, very good communication prior to job, he came on time, very friendly, left site clean & tidy, very professional painter

Picket fence painted

$500

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

2nd Aug 2026

We need new (already primed) picket fence painted. Two lengths (5400cm and 5550cm) and two gates (1050cm and 950cm)

Eric was friendly and efficient and turned up exactly when he said he would. He completed an excellent job in good time. The fence looks great. He and I did discuss that some parts of the plants close to the fence could not be protected and I understood that. I was however surprised to find almost ALL of the plants were spray painted white. This has damaged all the ferns and they'll likely die. My review is 50/50.

Get monument paint added to paint and paint fence

$100

Langwarrin VIC 3910, Australia

18th Jul 2026

I already got 10litres of paint and took wood to colour match but the girl at Bunnings has made a mistake. Just need someone to take the paint back to Bunnings in Frankston (purchased yesterday) and have monument added so it colour matches then paint 10m x 2m of fence. I do have a new spray gun you can use to do it

Was wonderful to work with, did an incredible job. Recommended to my neighbours and will use again

Fence painting

$250

Shenton Park WA 6008, Australia

29th Jun 2026

New back timber fence to be painted, (7.7m X 1.8m with colour bond capping), with some touch ups to be done of the side fence and front gates. We will supply paint.

Fantastic work! Went above and beyond. Genuine, lovely guy. Will definitely be getting him back for future jobs.

Paint fence

$500

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

Apply two coats of paint to the outside of the fence only. Paint will be supplied. Tasker to use a spray gun where possible and drop sheets to protect brickwork.

Great job thanks Eric

Colorbond fence painting

$10

South Penrith NSW, Australia

26th May 2026

Need fence painted in monument 29 panels in total See photos Please provide quote for material and labour

Antonio was very prompt and professional in his work. He turned up on time and completed extra tasks to help out. I would recommend Antonio for all painting and decorating tasks to anyone wanting a reliable tradesman.

Paint fence

$150

Summer Hill NSW, Australia

14th May 2026

Paint new fence to match surrounding colour

Brilliant painting job George, great result quick and good communication.

Colourbond fence painting

$900

Cleveland QLD, Australia

11th May 2026

45 metres of colourbond fence need cleaning, primed and sprayed in surf mist colour around boundaries

Calvin did such a great job on my colourbond fence! Would get him back in a heartbeat.

Prep and paint my fence

$500

Camp Hill QLD, Australia

6th May 2026

Looking to have my timber fence pressure washed and then painted. I will supply the paint but no equipment. There is approx 55m of timber fencing (30ish on one side and 20ish on the other - side boundary fences only). There is a fair bit of greenery along one side but I’m not too bothered if the parts of the fence behind the trees can’t be done perfectly.

Mike did a great job on our fence and was able to provide good advice about the approach and type of paint to use. Recommend!

A bit of fence painting

$350

Highton VIC, Australia

29th Apr 2026

Painting one side of the fence including the 2 metal fixtures as shown in the picture.

Paul was great. Job well done, the fence looks amazing!!

Paint my fence

$1,000

Connells Point NSW 2221, Australia

25th Apr 2026

I need my fence painted (in black), it is 14 panels so around 34 metres. You will see in the photos there is a garden but happy for you to paint as low as you can and I will just add some bark myself later on so you don’t need to move anything just go as low as you can. Primer or whatever it’s called to help it stick would be great and two coats is needed at least please as I want to stay in budget best I can also you will need to provide paint, any questions just ask thanks in advance

Amazing work! On time and absolutely stunning result, would recommend over and over because he is amazing at his job! Highly skilled and talented