Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most painting companies offer interior and exterior painting, as well as additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the skills and training to help you select interior paints, textures, and finishes 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 moldings, trim, cabinets, door frames, and windows. Some (for an additional fee) will remove wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Before exterior painting, painting contractors fix weathering damage, strip old paint, seal leaks with caulk, and wash the walls. They follow by painting fences, decks, doors, trim, siding, window frames, and additional outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Qualified painting companies may also provide the following additional services, depending on their 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 Sandy Springs
Below are some factors to consider when choosing which painting professional to hire:
- Cost: Ask for pricing from a few companies before deciding. Be cautious if one contractor offers substantially lower estimates than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand the scope and duration of coverage.
- Paint types: Have your painting pro walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you select the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, are more eco-friendly or better at withstanding weather damage.
- 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, especially 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, ensure that your contractor follows the regulations surrounding lead-based paint set out by Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division.
- Reputation and reviews: Request references from friends and neighbors, and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of companies you’re considering. You can also check reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Sandy Springs?
How much you'll pay to paint your house is influenced by its size, the kind of paint, and scheduling. Paint companies usually charge higher prices between June and August. Interior and exterior painting jobs both run, on average, between $0.91 and $3.65 per square foot. Most homes have more interior surface area than exterior, which means the cost to paint inside will be greater than the cost to paint the exterior. The average cost of painting a 2,000-square-foot home in Sandy Springs is $4,564 for outside work and $1,826 to $7,303 for inside work. Sandy Springs' local painters may offer alternative rates of $20.09 to $33.49 per hour. Bundling exterior and interior painting services together may mean lower overall costs than if you'd split them into separate projects.
