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Professional, mobile-first websites that build trust, improve local search rankings, and showcase your best work.

Customers choose painters they trust. A well-built website turns lookers into leads: clear service pages, fast mobile browsing, galleries that show workmanship, and local SEO so you appear for nearby jobs.

60%+
Customers search on mobile
80%+
Trust sites with a portfolio
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Rank higher in nearby searches
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Why Every Painting Company Needs a Professional Website

Homeowners and property managers pick painting contractors based on trust, clarity, and visible proof of quality. A professional website acts as your 24/7 salesperson: it answers common questions, displays licenses and insurance, explains warranties, and shows before & after work—so potential clients choose you with confidence.

Builds Trust Instantly

Professional design, clear contact details, and a visible portfolio are trust signals. Your website should include licence numbers, insured badges, and a short bio that explains your experience and guarantees.

Reduces Questions & Speeds Quotes

A dedicated services page (interior, exterior, deck restoration, protective coatings) with approximate pricing ranges and turnaround times helps pre-qualify leads so your quotes are faster and more accurate.

Helps You Be Found Locally

With proper local SEO, your site appears for searches like "house painter near me", "commercial painters [suburb]", or "deck sanding and coating". That visibility drives high-intent enquiries.

Showcase Your Best Work — Convert Browsers Into Jobs

Galleries and project pages are where painters win clients. High-quality images, concise captions, and project details (materials, prep work, challenges) show professionalism and help customers visualise results.

before and after exterior house painting

Exterior House — Full Colour Change

Prep included: sanding, priming, two coats. Dulux premium exterior enamel.

interior living room painting

Interior — Living Room Refresh

Colour consultation, patching, and clean finish. 1 day turnaround.

deck restoration and coating

Deck Restoration & Coating

Sanding, repair, and two-coat protective finish for coastal exposure.

Portfolio Best Practices

  • Show clear before & after photos (same angle, consistent lighting).
  • Include brief project notes: job type, products used, time to complete.
  • Group projects by service type so visitors can quickly find similar work.
  • Use load-optimised images so pages stay fast on mobile.

Local SEO for Painters — Appear Where Customers Search

Local search drives the majority of painting enquiries. Your website must send the right signals to search engines: location pages, consistent NAP (name, address, phone), service pages with suburb targeting, schema markup, and Google Business Profile optimisation.

Suburb & Service Pages

Create short pages for each suburb you serve (e.g., Exterior Painters — Bondi). Include typical jobs, estimated timeframes, and local photos.

Tip: Avoid duplicate content—write unique copy for each area.

Technical SEO & Schema

Structured data (LocalBusiness, Service, ImageObject) helps Google understand your business and display rich results like service types and opening hours.

Included: Congero automatically adds basic schema and meta tags so you don’t need to worry about technical setup.

Reviews & Trust Signals

Feature starred badges for licences, insurance, and payment options. Link to Google and other review sites so customers can verify your reputation.

Must-have Website Features for Painting Companies

Clear Service Pages

Interior, exterior, commercial, deck, heritage—explain what’s included and typical pricing ranges.

Before & After Galleries

High-quality images with captions and project notes build proof of workmanship.

Fast Mobile Experience

Mobile-first design with quick load times ensures customers can call or request a quote on the spot.

Licensing & Insurance Display

Show licence numbers, insurance details, and warranty info to reduce friction when clients choose a contractor.

FAQ & Job Prep Guides

Answer common prep questions: furniture protection, access, and expected disruption to increase lead quality.

Analytics & Conversion Tracking

Know which services and pages drive enquiries so you can promote profitable jobs.

Photography & Captions — The Difference Between Swipe and Call

Great photos sell painting services. Poor photos leave customers unsure. Invest time in clear angles, consistent lighting, and concise captions that explain what was done.

Image Checklist

  • Show full project before and after (same vantage point)
  • Include close-ups of workmanship (cut-ins, edges)
  • Use compressed images for speed (no loss of visible quality)
  • Write a short caption: surface, products used, days on site

How to Get a Painting Website That Actually Works

Quick, practical steps to launch a site that brings leads and builds credibility.

1. Gather Your Essentials

  • Business name, ABN/licence number, and insurance info
  • Service list and typical price ranges
  • 7–12 good project photos (before & after)
  • Contact details and service areas

2. Choose Your Launch Path

You can spend weeks building or get a professional, optimised site fast. Congero builds sites with industry-ready templates and SEO best-practices so painters launch quickly without the technical hassle.

Typical timeline: Live in 60 seconds for a demo, full site delivered in 24–48 hours once content is confirmed.

Simple Pricing

All-inclusive monthly plans cover hosting, SSL, domain, unlimited updates, and local SEO optimisation for a predictable fee—no surprise invoices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can a painting website go live?
Demo sites are available instantly. With your content (photos, contact, services) confirmed, most painting websites can be delivered within 24–48 hours.
Do I need to take professional photos?
Good phone photos are often sufficient if they show clear before & after angles. We can also suggest simple staging tips that improve perceived quality.
Will the site help me get local jobs?
Yes. Sites include local SEO basics, service-area pages, and schema so you rank better for searches like "painter near me" in your service areas.
What if I need updates after launch?
Subscription plans include unlimited updates—text or message the change and we'll publish it quickly. No hourly fees for routine edits.
Do I keep my domain and content?
You always own your domain and content. We can register a domain for you or help transfer an existing one.

Grow Your Painting Business with a Website That Works

Convert more enquiries with a mobile-optimised portfolio, local SEO, and clear service pages — built fast and maintained for a flat monthly fee.

All sites include hosting, SSL, domain support, local SEO, and unlimited updates — cancel anytime.

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