Best Painting Companies in Tempe, AZ

With about 190,000 people calling Tempe home, local painting companies stay busy in every season. That population supports a wide range of providers, which means real differences in pricing, scheduling, and quality. Ratings tell part of the story; recent reviews and local references tell you how a company actually operates. Start with the top-rated companies below, then request Arizona quotes with painting work in mind.

Tempe, AZ Painting market at a glance

Tempe, AZ population for the Painting market

189,834

#9 among the listed Arizona cities

Tempe, AZ county context for Painting

Maricopa County

Some city boundaries can cross county lines.

Tempe, AZ ZIP code coverage for Painting

Reference span: 85280–85288

ZIP codes associated with Tempe, AZ for this painting guide: 85280, 85281, 85282, 85283, 85284, 85285, 85287, 85288.

The span summarizes the listed ZIPs; it does not imply that every intervening ZIP belongs to the city.

painting labor costs around Tempe, AZ

$48,860/yr

Shown here: the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro-area median for Painters, Construction and Maintenance, about even with the national median. Since labor typically dominates painting pricing, expect Tempe quotes to reflect this local rate.

Tempe, AZ Painting permits and state licensing

Before any work begins, check permit requirements with the Maricopa County or Tempe building department; Tempe projects are permitted locally. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC), where you can verify a company's license.

Verify with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023); U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025. Population and wage figures are reference data, not project-price estimates.

Compare Painting Companies in Tempe, AZ

We track these painting companies for Tempe. Compare them on rating and reviews, then request quotes to see real local pricing.

Company	Phone
US 911 Painting VerifiedFeatured Owned service network · project-intake line for this city	(714) 386-7547

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Tempe, AZ Painting Hiring FAQs

How do I verify a painting contractor's insurance in Tempe?

Request a certificate of insurance directly and check the dates and coverage limits. Established painting companies serving Tempe expect this question; hesitation to answer it is a red flag in itself.

How do I avoid a bad painting contractor in Tempe?

Be wary of door-to-door offers, quotes far below every other bid, and companies with no local Tempe track record. Verify licensing, insurance, and recent reviews before any money changes hands.

When is the best time to schedule painting work in Tempe?

Demand in a city of about 190,000 residents means popular providers fill their calendars fast. Off-peak scheduling can bring better pricing and faster starts - ask each Tempe company how their season looks.

Do Tempe painting companies guarantee their work?

Reputable companies serving Tempe stand behind their labor with a written workmanship warranty alongside the material coverage. If a provider will not put their guarantee on paper, keep comparing.

The Tempe, Arizona Guide to Best Painting Companies