Sunday, April 8, 2012

It Just Makes Sense To Hire A Painting Contractor

Whether you need to paint the interior or exterior of your home, it is imperative to find the right painter for the project. Having a good home painter will ensure you have a quality job that is affordable and completed in a timely manner. Make sure you choose a painter with experience and who can do a good job for you.

Your first task is to get several quotes for your project before settling on a chosen painter. Make sure the quotes include details of 1. what is included, 2. price for the job and 3. an estimated completion date. If you're not paying by cash, find out what the payment options are and what  your final acceptance of the work. Be sure you have a warranty included for touchups if needed. It is advisable to pay the final portion of the job only when a thorough walk through is done and you have accepted the work. Make sure you obtain the contact information of each painter so you can ask follow up questions if needed.

Make sure you talk to each potential candidate to find out if they have adequate experience with the type of job that you'll be getting them to do. Ask for references and give those people a call to find out if they are still happy customers. Ask to see pictures of work examples so you can see for yourself the type of work they perform.

If yours is an old home, you may have lead paint and this is potentially hazardous. But an experienced and knowledgable painter will know what to do and how to dispose of materials to minimize risk. A painter will know how to avoid hazards to keep the family safe while completing a quality job. And of course, your house painter should already have all the supplies and tools specific to house painting.

After getting quotes, interviewing the candidates and checking on references, you should have enough information for you to be able to choose who you will hire. Choose the painter who has the best combination of skill and price. You will be working closely with this person to communicate colour choices and specifications, so be sure you pick someone you are comfortable talking with.

Probably the best way of finding a quality painter is via word of mouth. People who are happy with the work they have previously received from a painter will be eager to refer them for other jobs. Once you have your painting project complete and you are satisfied with the quality, keep the painter's details handy in case you have another project or a friend needs a referral.

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