Melbourne's Premier Commercial Painting Contractor

Specialising in cost-effective repainting and tailored maintenance solutions

Higgins Coatings, Melbourne
1/297 Ingles St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
P: 03 9646 9999

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Marcus Higgins
General Manager VIC
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David Stephens
Branch Manager
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Brandon Ilicic
Sales Manager
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As Melbourne’s leading commercial painting company, Higgins Coatings delivers premier commercial painting services across Victoria, backed by national capability and delivered by an experienced local team. We support repainting, restoration and planned maintenance programs for operational sites, helping you improve presentation, protect surfaces and reduce disruption.

Our commercial painters in Melbourne have built an exceptional reputation across diverse industries, including education, healthcare, commercial property, strata/body corporate, sporting and industrial facilities. We've delivered projects at well-known Melbourne locations including Victoria Racing Club, Commonwealth Golf Club, Royal Women's Hospital (plus many more across metro and regional VIC).

With safety and sustainability at the forefront of everything we do, we're equipped to provide tailored painting and maintenance solutions for projects of all shapes and sizes. From repainting and restoration of historic attractions to the new construction of inner-city developments - every project is supported by documented planning, safety controls and quality checks, so you get a clear scope, predictable schedule and a finish built to last.

Our Melbourne commercial painting services include:

  • General commercial painting and repainting
  • Planned maintenance programs
  • Strata & body corporate painting
  • Industrial painting & protective coatings
  • Interior & exterior painting
  • Heritage restoration (where applicable)
  • National multi-site programs
  • Colour consultation
  • Floor rejuvenation for high-traffic environments
  • Drone pressure washing for building exteriors

What you can expect from us:

  • Local, Melbourne-based team of professional and experienced painters
  • Quotes tailored to your budget and property
  • Highest commitment to quality, safety and the environment
  • Clear programming and project management
  • Professional, uniformed crews
  • Flexible scheduling (after-hours/ weekends/ shutdowns)
  • Safe, compliant delivery with documented controls
  • Australian family-owned and operated business

What our customers are saying

Richmond Club Hotel
"The Richmond Club Hotel was beginning to look tired and our research indicated that the venue was presenting as old-school and masculine. This repaint aimed to help the venue appeal to a wider demographic. With Higgins, we had full confidence in their ability to handle the high-traffic area, acquire all the necessary permits and ensure OH&S compliance. They delivered the project on time, and the communication, professionalism and project administration were all top-notch. The end result was outstanding and I would recommend using Higgins again.”
Group Project Manager, Sand Hill Road Richmond Club Hotel
Yarra Valley Grammar
“Higgins Coatings has provided painting services to Yarra Valley Grammar for a few years and their service has been excellent. The team on-site are always neat and tidy and do a very proficient job preparing and painting various areas of the school. They are always very flexible with school holiday arrangements, easy to work with and very responsive to requests. I would happily recommend Higgins Coatings for other school work.”
Jane Macneil, Corporate Services Manager Yarra Valley Grammar
AgriBio
“I really appreciate Higgins for completing all the painting works at AgriBio without any major issues. It has been a really good experience working with the Higgins team thanks to their understanding about the operational requirement and the expectations of our client.”
Project Manager, Honeywell AgriBio
99 A'Beckett St
“Higgins provided us with an extremely professional service from the planning stage to the end product of our building restoration. The staff were always helpful and extremely pleasant to deal with. They went above and beyond to help us through the external painting and rendering project at hand, and made the job a smooth and successful process. We would recommend them to all considering taking on their services. Thank you, Higgins, for all your help and hard work.“
Owners Corporation Manager 99 A'Beckett St
Richmond Club Hotel
"The Richmond Club Hotel was beginning to look tired and our research indicated that the venue was presenting as old-school and masculine. This repaint aimed to help the venue appeal to a wider demographic. With Higgins, we had full confidence in their ability to handle the high-traffic area, acquire all the necessary permits and ensure OH&S compliance. They delivered the project on time, and the communication, professionalism and project administration were all top-notch. The end result was outstanding and I would recommend using Higgins again.”
Group Project Manager, Sand Hill Road Richmond Club Hotel
Yarra Valley Grammar
“Higgins Coatings has provided painting services to Yarra Valley Grammar for a few years and their service has been excellent. The team on-site are always neat and tidy and do a very proficient job preparing and painting various areas of the school. They are always very flexible with school holiday arrangements, easy to work with and very responsive to requests. I would happily recommend Higgins Coatings for other school work.”
Jane Macneil, Corporate Services Manager Yarra Valley Grammar
AgriBio
“I really appreciate Higgins for completing all the painting works at AgriBio without any major issues. It has been a really good experience working with the Higgins team thanks to their understanding about the operational requirement and the expectations of our client.”
Project Manager, Honeywell AgriBio
99 A'Beckett St
“Higgins provided us with an extremely professional service from the planning stage to the end product of our building restoration. The staff were always helpful and extremely pleasant to deal with. They went above and beyond to help us through the external painting and rendering project at hand, and made the job a smooth and successful process. We would recommend them to all considering taking on their services. Thank you, Higgins, for all your help and hard work.“
Owners Corporation Manager 99 A'Beckett St
Richmond Club Hotel
"The Richmond Club Hotel was beginning to look tired and our research indicated that the venue was presenting as old-school and masculine. This repaint aimed to help the venue appeal to a wider demographic. With Higgins, we had full confidence in their ability to handle the high-traffic area, acquire all the necessary permits and ensure OH&S compliance. They delivered the project on time, and the communication, professionalism and project administration were all top-notch. The end result was outstanding and I would recommend using Higgins again.”
Group Project Manager, Sand Hill Road Richmond Club Hotel
Yarra Valley Grammar
“Higgins Coatings has provided painting services to Yarra Valley Grammar for a few years and their service has been excellent. The team on-site are always neat and tidy and do a very proficient job preparing and painting various areas of the school. They are always very flexible with school holiday arrangements, easy to work with and very responsive to requests. I would happily recommend Higgins Coatings for other school work.”
Jane Macneil, Corporate Services Manager Yarra Valley Grammar
AgriBio
“I really appreciate Higgins for completing all the painting works at AgriBio without any major issues. It has been a really good experience working with the Higgins team thanks to their understanding about the operational requirement and the expectations of our client.”
Project Manager, Honeywell AgriBio
99 A'Beckett St
“Higgins provided us with an extremely professional service from the planning stage to the end product of our building restoration. The staff were always helpful and extremely pleasant to deal with. They went above and beyond to help us through the external painting and rendering project at hand, and made the job a smooth and successful process. We would recommend them to all considering taking on their services. Thank you, Higgins, for all your help and hard work.“
Owners Corporation Manager 99 A'Beckett St

Frequently Asked Questions

What commercial painting services do you offer in Melbourne?

We offer comprehensive commercial painting services, including general commercial painting and repainting, industrial painting, body corporate and strata painting, exterior and interior painting, heritage restoration, ongoing maintenance programs, multi-site projects, and colour consultation. Our experienced Melbourne team delivers tailored solutions for projects of all sizes.

Yes, we understand that business continuity is crucial. Our Melbourne team can schedule work during off-peak hours, weekends, or after-hours to ensure minimal disruption to your operations. We're flexible and work around your business needs.

Our Melbourne team provides prompt, detailed quotes and can typically commence projects within agreed timeframes. Contact us on 03 9646 9999 to discuss your project timeline, and we'll work with you to meet your deadlines.

Absolutely. Every project includes comprehensive planning and dedicated project management through our HOW (Higgins Operational Way) system. You'll have a single point of contact who manages all aspects of your project from start to finish, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

We combine established expertise as an Australian family-owned business with ISO tri-certification for quality, safety and environmental standards. Our Melbourne team offers local knowledge backed by national resources, highly skilled tradespeople, cutting-edge project management technology, and a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

Yes. Our Melbourne painters have extensive experience with specialised projects including heritage-listed buildings, industrial facilities, high-rise buildings, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and more. We understand the unique requirements and compliance standards for each sector.

Yes, colour consultation is included in our commercial painting services. Our team can help you select colours that align with your brand, enhance your property's appeal, and create the right atmosphere for your business or facility.

Safety and sustainability are at the forefront of every project. We hold ISO 45001 certification for Occupational Health and Safety, conduct police checks for uniformed personnel, use Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and Worksite Risk Assessments, and maintain full compliance with WHS&E regulations.

Yes. Our Melbourne team has extensive experience with landmark institutions including Commonwealth Golf Club in Oakleigh (heritage style clubhouse refurbishment with surface preparation, timber repairs and traffic management for uninterrupted member access) and Royal Women's Hospital in Parkville (ongoing painting maintenance with satisfaction leading to additional Building Services work at facility providing 250,000+ episodes of care annually). We're happy to provide references and case studies relevant to your industry or project type.

Quality is managed through our ISO 9001-certified processes, including detailed site inspections, progress reviews, defect tracking through our HOW system, experienced on-site supervision, and final quality checks before project completion.

Yes. Our experienced team can identify and address maintenance issues, including concrete cancer, water damage, surface preparation requirements, and other non structural concerns. We can coordinate additional building services or provide recommendations as needed (subject to location).

Our Melbourne branch services [list specific suburbs/regions]. We provide comprehensive commercial painting services throughout Victoria, with local teams who understand the area and its climate.

Simply call our Melbourne team on 03 9646 9999 or request a free quote. We'll arrange a site visit, discuss your requirements, and provide a quote tailored to your property and budget with no obligation.

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