Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting companies provide interior and exterior painting, plus extra services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can explain the upkeep requirements of your choices. This helps you find the right paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint door frames, cabinets, windows, trim, and moldings. Some (for an extra fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Before exterior painting, painters repair weathering damage, strip old coatings, seal any leaks with caulk, and clean walls. They follow by painting doors, trim, window frames, siding, decks, fences, and additional outdoor elements.Additional Services
Painting companies may also offer the following additional 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 Proviso
Below are some factors to consider when selecting which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Request price estimates from at least three painters. Be cautious of any contractor that offers a substantially cheaper rate than the average.
- Guarantees: Ask for guarantees in writing and ensure you understand which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Have your contractor walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you choose the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, resist weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Verify the company you hire has the licensing required in Proviso and in the state of Illinois. All painters should be properly bonded and insured. This is especially important 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: Ask family and friends for references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to browse painters you’re considering. You can also find customer reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Proviso?
The price to paint your home will depend on your home’s dimensions, the paint you select, and the month. Painters oftentimes charge more in the busy summer season. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting averages $0.89 to $3.55 per square foot. Since most homes have greater interior than exterior space, painting the interior tends to cost more than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Proviso, expect to pay around $4,441 to paint the exterior and $1,777 to $7,106 to paint the interior. Proviso's local painters may offer alternative rates from $19.29 to $32.14 per hour. Bundling exterior and interior painting services together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
