Table of Contents
- Painting in Scarborough: what this neighbourhood demands
- Scarborough's three housing-stock eras: scope reads differently for each
- Every service we offer in Scarborough
- Why Scarborough owners hire us
- Recent Scarborough projects
- What Scarborough clients say
- How we work in Scarborough
- Pricing
- Scarborough painting FAQ
- Related reading from our blog
- Nearby Areas We Serve
- Get your free estimate
I've been painting condos, homes, and townhouses in Scarborough for over 20 years. Walk through Agincourt's established streets, visit Scarborough Village with its mix of high-rises and character homes, drive through West Hill, explore Malvern and Bendale, you see genuine community, diverse families, people who've chosen Scarborough for its authenticity and affordability. When you call us, you're talking to me directly. I'll come see your space, understand what you need, and give you a transparent quote.
Painting in Scarborough: what this neighbourhood demands
Scarborough is East Toronto's largest neighbourhood, and it's diverse. You've got high-rise condos in the Scarborough Village core mixed with older bungalows and detached homes on quiet streets. Agincourt and Rouge have established character homes. West Hill has a mix of older and newer construction. Bendale brings newer townhouses and subdivisions. Cliffside and Malvern have their own residential character.
That diversity means different painting approaches. High-rise condos need building coordination and proper protocols. Older bungalows often have plaster walls and architectural detail that deserve respect. Newer townhouses sometimes want clean, contemporary finishes. Multi-unit buildings need coordinated scheduling and clear communication.
Benjamin Moore is my standard throughout Scarborough. Aura for the client who wants premium quality and durability, Regal Select for solid everyday performance. For exterior work on older homes, I choose Benjamin Moore formulated for aging materials and Ontario's climate demands. Scarborough's housing stock is diverse, so paint choices vary by property.
I approach Scarborough projects with genuine respect for the community's character. Older homes in Agincourt sometimes benefit from colours that acknowledge their heritage while feeling refreshed. Newer subdivisions go cleaner and more contemporary. High-rise condos often respond to sophisticated colour choices. The consultation determines what your specific space needs.
Scarborough's three housing-stock eras: scope reads differently for each
Scarborough is the most architecturally diverse of Toronto's former municipalities, spanning roughly six decades of construction from 1950s post-war bungalows through 2020s high-rise condo towers. The scope and timeline for a paint job changes meaningfully depending on which era your unit comes from.
1950s–1970s bungalows and split-levels (Agincourt, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, Bendale): plaster walls common in original construction, accumulated paint layers averaging 6–10 coats, oil-based trim paint underneath later water-based topcoats, pre-1980 popcorn ceiling probability at 60–80 percent positive for asbestos. These quote at the higher end of our per-square-foot range because of prep depth: paint stripping on built-up trim, plaster repair, oil-to-water transition primer, asbestos testing on ceilings before any disturbance.
1980s–1990s tower stock (Scarborough Centre, the Eglinton corridor): builder-grade drywall, transitional cohort for popcorn (testing recommended on anything pre-1990), 8-foot ceilings common, settlement cracks at the wall-ceiling joint typical due to building age. Mid-range pricing with a routine prep scope.
2000s+ condo and townhouse builds (Scarborough Town Centre developments, the Sheppard East cluster, Wellington Bay): factory-primed drywall, 9-foot ceilings, smooth ceilings throughout, contemporary construction baselines. Bottom of the range per square foot.
We service all three. Travel surcharge applies from our Toronto base for jobs east of Markham Road (typically +$50–$150 depending on unit size), but we don't charge extra to come to Scarborough Centre or the closer-in neighbourhoods.
Every service we offer in Scarborough
We're a full-service condo painting contractor. Whatever paint-adjacent work your unit needs, the scope is below with direct links to the full service detail.
Interior painting
- Interior condo painting — Full-unit repaints with Benjamin Moore Regal Select or Aura, MPI-spec sheen selection, low-VOC for closed HVAC. Most Scarborough jobs start here.
- Bedroom painting — Sleep-quality colour selection by LRV, zero-VOC Aura or Natura for sensitive clients, occupied-unit scheduling.
- Bathroom painting — Benjamin Moore Aura Bath & Spa with mildewcide film, exhaust-fan upgrade recommendations.
- Kitchen wall painting — Grease-film degrease protocol before primer, durable scrubbable finishes for cooking zones.
- Ceiling painting — BM Waterborne Ceiling 508 dead-flat finish; spec changes under pot lights.
- Accent walls and feature finishes — LRV-contrast colour math, limewash feature walls, two-tone applications.
Cabinets and detail work
- Kitchen cabinet refinishing — Off-site spray application, ASTM D3359 adhesion-tested finish, Benjamin Moore Advance or INSL-X Cabinet Coat per substrate.
- Trim and baseboard painting — BM Advance semi-gloss, MPI G5 spec, MDF-edge sealing protocol.
- Door painting — Full hardware removal, off-hinge painting for finish quality.
- Crown moulding painting — Profile-aware brush technique, Sashco Big Stretch caulk on the crown-to-ceiling joint.
Surface repair and prep
- Drywall and plaster repair — CGC Durabond setting-type for structural cracks, USG Sheetrock for cosmetic skim, 72-hour moisture-meter protocol on water-stained walls.
- Wallpaper removal — Era-specific adhesive identification, steam-and-score method.
- Caulking — ASTM C920/C834 sealant selection by joint location.
- Popcorn ceiling removal — Mandatory asbestos testing on pre-1990 buildings, Type 3 abatement referral if positive.
Other
- Handyman services — Picture hanging, TV mounting, light-fixture replacement, small drywall patches.
- Colour consultation — Complimentary on-site session with every project; Benjamin Moore deck plus Farrow & Ball samples on request.
Why Scarborough owners hire us
Insurance and licensing. $2M commercial general liability through Federated Insurance, full WSIB clearance per Section 141.1 of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act. COI named to your specific Scarborough building submitted within one business day of booking confirmation.
5-year workmanship warranty in writing. Every invoice. We come back and fix any application failure inside that window at no charge. The warranty is tied to the address, not the homeowner, so it transfers if you sell. Full terms on our warranty page.
Property managers we work with in Scarborough:
- Crossbridge Condominium Services
- FirstService Residential
- Del Property Management
- ICC Property Management
Scarborough buildings and neighbourhoods we've painted in:
- Scarborough Town Centre developments
- Sheppard East cluster
- Wellington Bay
- Agincourt and Birch Cliff heritage homes
- Eglinton corridor towers
Direct contact. When you call (416) 896-1071 you reach the owner, not a call centre. On-site visit booked at your convenience, including evenings and weekends. Most quotes returned within 24–48 hours of the walk-through.
Ready to start your Scarborough paint project?
Request a free on-site quote or call (416) 896-1071. We respond within one business day, and most Scarborough projects book within 2 weeks of the walk-through.
Recent Scarborough projects
What Scarborough clients say
I was looking for a good painter to paint my condo because after my recent tenant moved out all walls had damages. This company gave me a very reasonable price. They painted my condo in a way I could not have been pleased more. All damages were gone, all discoloration, water damage, picture holes are gone and walls look like brand new walls. I'm satisfied with this company and recommend them to anyone.
"Chad's team painted our Agincourt bungalow and the transformation was remarkable. They understood the architectural character we wanted to preserve, the colour consultation was thoughtful and helpful, and the quality of work was exceptional. They treated our home with genuine respect throughout the entire process. Highly recommend.", Margaret Wong, Scarborough
How we work in Scarborough
Over 20 years, I've painted condos and homes throughout Scarborough's neighborhoods. Agincourt's established streets, Scarborough Village's high-rise core, West Hill's character homes, Bendale's newer construction, Malvern and Rouge's residential pockets, Cliffside's mix. I understand the housing stock, the building protocols, what works aesthetically in different parts of the community.
Here's what the process looks like on a typical Scarborough project:
- I come to your condo or home for an on-site visit and colour consultation
- You receive a detailed written quote within 24 hours
- For high-rise condos, we handle all building coordination behind the scenes
- Our crew arrives on time, sets up complete protection for floors and furnishings, works systematically
- We clean up completely each day. Your space stays normal
- Final walkthrough before we leave. Any touch-ups done on the spot
Most Scarborough clients are living in their homes throughout the project. We work around your schedule to make that seamless.
Pricing
Scarborough condo and home painting typically runs $1,600-$2,400 for a one-bedroom, $2,400-$3,900 for a two-bedroom, and $3,800-$6,800 for three-bedroom homes and bungalows. Exterior painting for a two-storey home starts at $2,200. Cabinet refinishing starts at $3,000. All prices are plus HST and include premium paint, prep, drywall repair if needed, and our 5-year workmanship warranty.
Every quote is based on seeing your home, I won't give you a number over the phone that doesn't reflect what's actually involved.
Scarborough painting FAQ
How much does painting cost in Scarborough? Pricing depends on unit size and scope. A typical one-bedroom condo runs $1,800–$2,400, two-bedroom runs $2,800–$3,800, and larger units quote individually. All prices include premium paint, full prep, building coordination where applicable, two coats, and our 5-year workmanship warranty. HST not included.
Do you handle the COI submission to my building's property manager? Yes, completely. We submit a $2M commercial general liability Certificate of Insurance naming your specific Scarborough building to the property manager within one business day of booking. Most major Toronto property managers (Crossbridge, FirstService, Del, ICC) already have our paperwork on file.
Can you paint while I'm living in the unit? Yes — most of our Scarborough clients stay during painting. We sequence rooms so a working bedroom and bathroom are always available, wrap furniture in plastic in place, use zero-VOC paint that lets you sleep in the unit the same night, and vacuum the work area at end of every day.
How long does a typical Scarborough project take? A studio: 0.5–1 day. One-bedroom: 1–2 days. Two-bedroom: 2–3 days. Three-bedroom or larger: 3–5 days. Cabinet refinishing is a separate scope and runs 5–10 working days including off-site door spray.
Do you offer Farrow & Ball or just Benjamin Moore? Both. Most Scarborough jobs use Benjamin Moore (Aura, Regal Select, Advance for trim and cabinets). We also work in Farrow & Ball Estate Emulsion and Modern Emulsion when clients want the specific depth and colour-shift quality F&B is known for. F&B typically needs three coats vs BM's two, and we factor that into the quote.
Do you charge a travel surcharge for Scarborough? We quote travel transparently at walk-through. Scarborough is within our standard service radius for most jobs. Far-edge addresses may include a small travel line on the quote.
What's the warranty? 5-year workmanship warranty in writing on every invoice. We come back and fix any application failure inside that window at no charge. The warranty is tied to the address, not the homeowner, so it transfers if you sell. See our warranty page for full terms.
Related reading from our blog
If you're in research mode before booking, these cover the questions most Scarborough owners ask us at the walk-through.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Scarborough is close to several other East Toronto and GTA communities we work in regularly.
- North York, Diverse residential, mixed building types
- Ajax: Suburban east, Durham Region
- Markham: North suburban, established communities
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