How to Find and Hire a Painting Contractor

Painting Contractors: What Do They Do?

Contractors who specialize in painting do more than just apply paint to your walls. In addition to getting the job done quickly, professionals can prepare and clean up after they have completed the work.

Here are some tasks you can expect when hiring a contractor:

• Moving furniture in order to gain access to the areas to be painted.

• Ensure that all areas that will not be painted are covered.

• Before painting, the surface should be prepared by filling in holes, evening out the surface, removing future covers, and lightly sanding or scraping away loose paint.

• Priming the surface

• Painting the trim and molding.

• Touch-ups on missed spots.

• Cleanup and removal of tarps/drop cloths

• Final inspection with homeowner.

How to Find a Painting Contractor?

• Do Your Research: check out social media handles, websites, testimonials and reviews, and ask friends and family.

• Schedule a Consult: assess the contractor’s personality and professionalism. Consider the company’s experience, the track record for completing jobs on time and budget and testimonials from their previous clients.

• Get Estimates in Writing: estimates are usually free.

• Get a Written Contract: After choosing the best estimate for you, request a written contract.

It all starts with a conversation — get a free quote!