Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters provide interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the expertise to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can answer questions about the maintenance needs of your selections. This helps you choose the right paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint windows, moldings, door frames, cabinets, and trim. Some (for an added fee) will remove wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by repairing weather damage, removing old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They then paint doors, siding, window frames, trim, decks, fences, and other outdoor features.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 Ocoee
Below are some factors to consider when choosing which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Talk to a few companies to get price estimates. Watch out for unusually cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand what’s covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to explain different paint options, including the benefits and drawbacks of each, so you can make an informed decision. Some options are designed for specific needs, such as weather-resistant or eco-friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: A painter in Florida can be registered, which means they can work in their local area, or certified, which means they can work anywhere in the state. Painters also need a general contractor license from the Construction Industry Licensing Board. No matter their other credentials, it's important to verify that your contractor is bonded and insured, especially if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built before 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: Request references from family and friends, and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of companies you’re considering. You can also find reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Ocoee?
The price of professional painting work varies by the dimensions of your home, the paint categories chosen, and the season. Most painters raise their rates during the summer due to increased demand. In Ocoee, painting projects for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.80 to $3.20 per square foot. Most homes have greater 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 $3,995, while the interior will cost about $1,598 to $6,392. Some painters in Ocoee may offer alternative rates of $16.36 to $27.27 per hour. Bundling services can lead to savings with these hourly rates. For example, you'll likely spend less if you schedule exterior and interior painting together rather than as separate projects.
