Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting companies offer interior painting, exterior painting, and extra services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painting contractors can assist you in deciding on interior paint types, textures, and finishes, and can educate you on maintenance requirements to figure out what works best where. They'll prep, prime, and paint trim, door frames, moldings, windows, and cabinets. Some professionals provide wallpaper or textured finish removal for an extra fee.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters fixing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to window frames, fences, trim, doors, decks, siding, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Experienced painting contractors may also provide the following additional services, depending on their experience:- 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 Ontario
Below is what you should consider while selecting which residential painting company to hire:
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three painters. Be wary of any company that quotes a substantially cheaper rate than the average.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get a written contract outlining any guarantees and that you understand the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Have your painting pro walk you through paint options and related benefits and drawbacks to ensure you select the best type for your project. Some paints, for example, are more eco-friendly or better at withstanding weather damage.
- Qualifications: Painters who work on jobs valued at over $500 must be licensed by the California Contractors State License Board. To obtain this license, a contractor must have proof of experience and must have workers' compensation insurance if they have employees. Any contractor you hire should be properly bonded and insured, particularly if they’re working with power equipment or on ladders. 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 and neighbors for references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to review painters you’re considering. You can also read customer reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Ontario?
The cost to paint your home will depend on your home’s dimensions, the paint you pick, and the month. Painters generally quote more in the busy summer season. In Ontario, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors typically cost $0.79 to $3.15 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which leads to higher paint costs inside versus outside. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior runs approximately $3,941, while the interior will run about $1,576 to $6,305. Alternatively, painters in Ontario may charge you an hourly rate between $16.00 and $26.68. Bundling services will usually reduce costs. If you schedule interior and exterior painting together rather than as separate projects, you’ll likely pay less overall.
