Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting companies offer interior painting, exterior painting, and other services.
Interior Painting
Professional painters will advise you on various interior paints availible, paint finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you determine which paint works best for your space. They'll prep and paint your moldings, cabinets, windows, door frames, and trim, depending on what your project calls for. Some painters will remove any existing wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an extra charge.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters fixing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to decks, doors, fences, trim, window frames, siding, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Experienced painting contractors may also offer the following additional services, depending on their expertise:- 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 Benton
When deciding on a house painting company, keep these key considerations in mind.
- Cost: Ask for pricing from several companies before deciding. Be cautious if one company offers substantially lower rates than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get a written contract outlining any guarantees and that you know the scope and duration of coverage.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to go over paint selections in detail, including the pros and cons of each. This will help you select the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more environmentally friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: Painting contractors working on jobs valued at over $2,000 must be licensed by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board. Subcontractors working under a licensed contractor are not required to be licensed themselves. Always confirm that your contractor is fully bonded and insured. This is especially important if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built before 1978, and you're concerned about the presence of lead, you may want to 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 business 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 Benton?
What you'll pay to paint your house is influenced by its square footage, the kind of paint, and the timing. Paint companies commonly charge higher prices during the summer. In Benton, painting projects for both interiors and exteriors typically cost $0.76 to $3.02 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which results in higher paint costs than when painting the homes exterior. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior costs approximately $3,778, while the interior will run about $1,511 to $6,045. Benton's local painters may offer alternative rates from $14.94 to $24.89 per hour. Getting exterior and interior painting bundled together may mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
