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Very polite and great work. Anthony is great and transparent with his communication, highly recommend his services.

Fence Painting

$650

Great efficient painter.

Fence painting

$100

Leonard did a fantastic job on our fence, keeping me informed and getting the job done efficiently and effectively. Highly recommended.

Paint fence

$400

Lovely guy, did an amazing job! Will definitely hire again

Shape & paint fence pickets

$800

Great work, fast and efficient, got the job done with out any issues. Will be using again

Paint deck and spray paint fence

$40

Great work very efficient

Paint fencing

$300

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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

Paint my fence and fence extensions

$500

Croydon North VIC 3136, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Looking for quotes to paint our fence and fence extensions whether by hand or gun. I will supply paint.

Re-Paint fence

$240

Bundoora VIC, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Paint and roller/brush supplies. Labour only to repaint 1 coat 30l/m of timber fence

Paint my fence

$200

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Description: Looking for someone to paint a small timber picket fence at our home. The fence is approximately 10 metres long and standard height. Scope of work: • Light prep if required • Paint both sides of the picket fence • Neat and tidy finish Paint is supplied. Location: Freshwater Flexible with timing but ideally completed within the next 1–2 weeks. Please include: • Your quote • Estimated time required • Any relevant experience or photos of similar work

Colourbond Fence Painting required

$2,000

Bass Hill NSW, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Need approx 70m of 1.7m Colourbond fence painted in Shale Grey. Will need to be cleaned, primed and painted with 2 coats. Will need to provide paint, primer, material and tools. Attached photos of the fence that needs painting.

Spray Paint Fence

$500

Somers VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2026

Spray paint paling fence, both sides. In total approx 50m. Paint will be provided. You will need to supply spray gun.

Paint fence

$200

Rowville VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Paint brickwork front fence , front & back

Fence painting - Upper Kedron

$200

Upper Kedron QLD, Australia

4th Mar 2026

New timber fence needs to be painted. I will provide 20 litres of colour paint. I have fence paint brushes but not a sprayer. If you have a sprayer and think this will do the job then ok . Total 74 meters of fence 1.8 meters height. Please consider weather then suggesting days that the work can be done. Fence has been brushed and pressure washed.

Fence painting

$2,500

Carina Heights QLD, Australia

4th Mar 2026

Paint 1.8 m high lapped timber fence, boundary 40 x 7.6 m , about 82 m long, capping on top, LHS painted and may only need cleaning or one coat, same colour on RHS, can be inspected

Paint fence

$350

Carina QLD, Australia

4th Mar 2026

I have the paint and brushes just need someone to paint two back fences roughly 4x 4 metres .

Prompt and did a great job

Fence Painter Required – (The Gap)

$250

The Gap QLD, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

Looking for an experienced painter to assist with fence painting for a residential project in The Gap. Job Details • Timber fence painting • New and existing fencing • Approx. 600mm high fencing + front fence & gate • 2 coats required • Paint supplied • Tools preferred but can discuss Location 📍 The Gap, Brisbane Requirements ✅ Experience with exterior timber painting ✅ Attention to detail ✅ Reliable & punctual ✅ Own brushes/rollers preferred ✅ Clean workmanship Please include: • Your daily rate or total price • Experience • Availability Looking to start immediately.

Really happy with the work. Ahmed showed up on time, worked hard, and did a great job with the fence paint. Easy to communicate with and left everything clean and tidy afterwards. Would definitely recommend and use again.

Paint my fence

$500

Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

3rd Feb 2026

Need an experienced painter to paint our rendered dividing wall. Paints supplied and some materials but own materials beneficial.

Sadly was late, didn’t communicate quickly and efficiently to lock in a time once I accepted the task. Was late and also went to wrong address. Spilt paint on many surfaces with little clean up. Left masking tape on surfaces. And was not detailed in the finish quality and also the wall has different finishes on it, patchy. Sadly I won’t be able to use them again.

Fence paint touch up

$200

Kelvin Grove QLD 4059, Australia

1st Feb 2026

The neighbours have installed a fence and painted parts of it on our side. The job is to patch it up and make it look better. See photos. About 20m of wooden rails and 3 m2 of wall. Monument colour paint to be supplied.

Dale was punctual and did a fantastic job. Strongly recommended

Fence painting by experienced painter

$1,200

Buderim QLD 4556, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Looking for an experienced painter to paint Timber fence. Colour is Surfmist Below are all measurements: Front fence and gate. 3.5m x 1.8m Left hand boundary fence. 17.5M x 1.7M and 18.5m x 1.2m. Rear boundary fence. 20m x 1.8m Right hand boundary fence to existing colourbond fence 12.5m x 1.8m

Guy were efficiently and friendly. The job was done with highest attention to detail. Highly recommended for your painting needs.

Paint fence in Gardenvale - length 70m

$500

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Looking for painter to spray new timber paling fence in Gardenvale. Two coats preferred. Fence is 1.95m high plus lattice. Length is approx 70m I will supply Woodland Grey fence paint Exact date flexible and subject to weather conditions but want job completed in early January.

Great work! Good communication, and reliable

Fence painting

$500

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

11th Jan 2026

Metal fence, 5 years old. Needs to be repainted in monument colour. Paint is wearing thin. Includes side gate/fence. Fence length about 15m (includes side gate).

Eric painted our metal front fence. Outstanding communication, professional approach, knowledgeable about materials and methods. Punctual and got the job done on time and to an extremely high standard.

Fence Painting

$10

Dandenong South VIC, Australia

2nd Jan 2026

Need a good painter for fence and double gate painting . All material supplied .

Very good painter .

Colorbond fence painting

$500

Rankin Park NSW, Australia

31st Dec 2025

Wanting our old Colorbond side fence spray painted in monument grey. Fence is 1.4m high, 18m long. Will need paint supplied.

Amazing job! Very hard worker, no issues even when we asked for a couple of more things to be done. Will definitely use again. A+++

Paint my fence

$1,750

Margate QLD 4019, Australia

28th Dec 2025

Hi all, I have a wooden fence I am hoping to have painted. I gave it a pressure wash a few months ago. I presume there is some prep work involved. I am looking for someone who can supply materials and paint and paint it for me. I am thinking the dark grey "monument" colour but am open to suggestion. Keen to hear what might be involved and have someone do it for me. Please and thanks. Measurements in photos. I am in a townhouse so its just the one side/my side 😊

I was stoked with Stephen's work ethic and the overall product. Thank you very much for your work. Would absolutely recommend and would be happy to use his services again if needed. Photos are before and then after first coat only and it looks even better now

Fence painting

$3,000

Kedron QLD, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Hello - I have 2 side fences (pine wood) 32m each which I need painted. I have paint and paint sprayer.

Kian - was fantastic, came to look at the job beforehand so was super prepared and efficient when he came to complete the job. Explained his approach and was open to answering questions. The result looks great. Would recommend his work and will be using him again in the future.

External house and fence painting

$2,000

Cloverdale WA, Australia

15th Dec 2025

Approx 3 days work from 20th December. Ready for you to view job on the 19th December. Spraying fence and external walls of house. Paint supplied, spray gun needed.

Humphrey did a great job on the paint work and juggling his time over the Xmas period.