Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters offer interior painting, exterior painting, and supplementary services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painters will guide you through various interior paint, finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you decide which paint works best for your space. They'll prime and paint your windows, trim, cabinets, door frames, and moldings, based on what your project requires. Some painters will remove any existing wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an extra charge.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by fixing weather damage, removing old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and washing walls. They then paint trim, window frames, doors, decks, siding, fences, and other outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Painting companies with the right qualifications and experience can also take on additional work, such as the following:- 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 New Haven
Below are some factors to consider when choosing which painting professional to hire:
- Cost: Request quotes from at least three painters. Use caution if one company's prices are significantly lower than the rest.
- Guarantees: Make sure you get a written contract outlining any guarantees and that you understand the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Have your painter walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you choose the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, withstand weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Any contractor in Connecticut who works on contracts valued higher than $200 each or $1,000 total annually must register with the Department of Consumer Protection. Always verify that your contractor is properly bonded and insured, particularly 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 may want to look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from family, friends, and neighbors, and look at the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of providers you’re considering. You can also check reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in New Haven?
The price to paint your home will vary based on your home’s square footage, the paint you pick, and the time of year. Painters oftentimes quote more in the busy summer season. Both interior and exterior painting jobs typically cost between $0.82 and $3.29 per square foot. Most homes have more interior surface area than exterior surface area, which means the cost to paint the interior will be more expensive than the cost to paint the exterior. The average cost of painting a 2,000-square-foot home in New Haven is $4,118 for outside work and $1,647 to $6,589 for inside work. Alternatively, painters in New Haven may charge between $17.17 and $28.61 per hour. Hourly prices may save you money if you choose to bundle services. For example, you'll pay less to have your home's interior and exterior painted together than you would if you’d scheduled the projects separately.
