2. Thoroughly Review the Contract
When hiring a painting contractor, make sure you read through the contract thoroughly prior to signing.
It’s important to understand what the company says they’ll do as part of the project so there are no surprises.
Also, make sure the painting company has outlined the level of surface preparation that plan on implementing on the project because this will have a direct impact on how long the paint will last.
Your contract should include the painter’s key information such as name, address, telephone number, license number, and the details surrounding your estimate.
It’s important that the painting contractor tells you what is and isn’t included in the job before you sign the dotted line.
During this process, you must get a detailed estimate.
This should include a break down of labor, material costs and how much paint is needed to complete the job.
This is also a a great time to discuss any additional work such as an replacing siding boards or repairing a drywall hole.
Speak to the person who will carry out the work, equipped with a list of questions so you can glean whether they’re the right fit.
But remember the actual cost could be higher or lower depending on the paint you choose, the warranty involved, how large the painting company is and other factors that will impact your overall experience with the company.
