Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters offer interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes and can explain the upkeep requirements of your choices. This helps you choose the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prep and paint moldings, windows, trim, cabinets, and door frames. Some (for an additional fee) will remove wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Painting pros will begin exterior work by repairing weathering or damage, removing old paint, sealing potential leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint trim, siding, fences, window frames, doors, decks, and other outdoor elements.Additional Services
Painting contractors may provide the following services as well, depending on their skills and qualifications:- Concrete staining
- Crown molding installation and repair
- Drywall and plaster repair
- Popcorn ceiling removal
- Pressure washing
- Wallpaper hanging or removal
How To Choose a Painter in Prescott
As you compare house painting services, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Talk to a few companies to get price estimates. Be wary of exceptionally cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Get any guarantees in writing and ensure you understand how long they last and what they cover.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to explain paint selections in detail, including the positives and negatives of each. This will help you decide on the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more eco-friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: Painters in Arizona must be licensed by the Registrar of Contractors to work on jobs valued at over $5,000. To obtain a license, painters must hold a surety bond, pass a knowledge exam, and provide proof of experience. In addition to the bond, always confirm that your painter has sufficient liability insurance. This is especially important if they’re working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, you might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask friends, family, and neighbors for references, and look up each contractor you’re considering on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can also check ratings on review sites such as Trustpilot or Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Prescott?
Home painting costs fluctuate depending on your home's surface area, the paint you choose, and seasonal demand changes, with the busy summer months being the most expensive. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting is about $0.75 to $3.00 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior is generally more expensive than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Prescott, expect to pay around $3,752 to paint the outside and $1,501 to $6,003 to paint the interior. Some Prescott painting providers may offer alternative rates of $14.77 to $24.61 per hour. Packaging services together can help you save with these hourly rates. For example, your bill will likely be lower if you schedule interior and exterior painting together rather than separately.
