Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting services provide interior, exterior, and additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painters will advise you on various interior paint, finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you decide which paint is best for your space. They'll prime and paint your cabinets, windows, trim, 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
Exterior work starts with painters fixing weather damaged areas, removing old paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to window frames, decks, doors, siding, fences, trim, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Experienced painters may also offer the following services, depending on their expertise:- 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 Rome
As you assess house painting services, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Request quotes from at least three companies. Use caution if one company's prices are much lower than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand the scope and duration of coverage.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to go over paint selections in detail, covering the benefits and downsides of each. This will help you determine the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more eco-friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: For projects over $2,500, make sure you hire a painter who holds a Georgia Residential Basic Contractor License. Always make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured. This is especially important if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, ensure that your contractor follows the regulations surrounding lead-based paint set out by Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask for references from friends and neighbors, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of painters you’re considering. You can also find ratings on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Rome?
The price to paint your home will depend on your home’s size, the paint you choose, and the time of year. Painters generally charge more in the busy summer season. The average cost of both interior and exterior home painting in Rome is $0.87 to $3.48 per square foot. Most homes have more interior space compared to exterior space, which results in higher indoor painting costs compared to exterior painting costs. For a 2,000-square-foot home, anticipate paying about $4,350 for exterior painting and anywhere from $1,740 to $6,960 for interior painting. Alternatively, painters in Rome might charge hourly rates between $18.69 and $31.14. If you schedule interior and exterior painting concurrently rather than separately, you’ll likely pay less in total.
