Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most painting companies offer both interior and exterior painting, as well as additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the skills and training to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can explain the maintenance needs of your choices. This helps you choose the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint door frames, cabinets, moldings, windows, and trim. Some (for an additional fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Painters start exterior jobs by repairing weather damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and washing walls. They then paint window frames, decks, siding, trim, fences, doors, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painting contractors may also provide the following extra services, depending on their training and skills:- 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 Winter Springs
- Cost: Contact a few painters to get price estimates. Be wary of unusually cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Make sure you get a written contract outlining any guarantees and that you understand the scope and duration of coverage.
- Paint types: Your painting company can guide you through the different paint selections and their advantages and disadvantages to help you pick the best one for your needs. Certain paints, for instance, resist weather damage more effectively or are better for the environment.
- 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 with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built before 1978, and you're concerned about the presence of lead, you might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask for references from friends and neighbors, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of providers you’re considering. You can also check reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.