Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting contractors offer both interior and exterior painting, plus other services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting specialists will go over the different types of interior paint, types of paint finishes, and maintenance needs to help you decide what’s best for each room. Services may include prepping, priming, and painting door frames, moldings, windows, cabinets, and trim. Optional pre-painting preparation such as removing wallpaper or textured coatings may result in additional charges.Exterior Painting
Professional painters will begin exterior work by repairing weathering or damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint doors, siding, decks, window frames, trim, fences, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Qualified painting companies may also offer 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 Bloom
Below is what you should consider while selecting which painting professional to hire:
- Cost: Contact a few painters to get price estimates. Be wary of unusually cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Make sure you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand what’s covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Ask your painter to walk through paint selections in detail, covering the benefits and downsides of each. This will help you decide on the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more environmentally friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: Verify your painter is properly licensed to work in Bloom and in the state of Illinois. All painters should be properly bonded and insured. This is especially important 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: 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 Bloom?
The cost of professional painting work varies by the square footage of your home, the paint brands chosen, and the time of year. Most painters raise their rates during the summer due to increased demand. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting averages $0.89 to $3.55 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior is generally more expensive than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Bloom, you can expect to pay around $4,441 to paint the exterior and $1,777 to $7,106 to paint the interior. Some painters in Bloom may offer alternative rates of $19.29 to $32.14 per hour. Bundling interior and exterior painting services together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
