Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters offer interior and exterior painting, as well as additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to aid you in picking out interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can explain the upkeep requirements of your selections. This helps you choose the right paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint moldings, cabinets, trim, windows, and door frames. Some (for an added fee) will remove wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by fixing weather damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and washing walls. They then paint siding, decks, doors, window frames, trim, fences, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painters may also offer the following extra services, depending on their qualifications and 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 Palm Springs
Below are some factors to consider when deciding which residential painting company to hire:
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three contractors. Use caution if one company's prices are significantly lower than the rest.
- Guarantees: Get a hard copy of your painter's guarantees and ensure you understand how long they last and what they cover.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to walk through paint selections in detail, covering the pros and cons of each. This will help you decide on the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more environmentally friendly formulas.
- 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, especially if they’re working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 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 for references from family and friends, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of painters you’re considering. You can also find ratings on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Palm Springs?
What you'll pay to paint your house varies depending on its square footage, the type of paint, and when the job is scheduled. Paint companies usually charge higher prices between June and August. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting is about $0.81 to $3.25 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior typically costs more than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Palm Springs, expect to pay around $4,067 to paint the outside and $1,627 to $6,507 to paint the interior. Palm Springs' local painters may offer alternative rates from $16.83 to $28.05 per hour. Bundling exterior and interior painting services together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
