Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most painting companies provide both interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional painters will advise you on various interior paint, finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you determine which paint is best for your space. They'll prepare and paint your cabinets, door frames, windows, moldings, and trim, based on what your project calls for. Some painters will remove any existing wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an additional fee.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters repairing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to siding, doors, fences, trim, window frames, decks, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painting contractors 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 Marlborough
Below are some factors to consider when selecting which residential painting company to hire:
- Cost: Get price quotes from at least three providers. Be cautious of any contractor that quotes a substantially lower price 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 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: Confirm your painter is properly licensed to work in Marlborough and in the state of Massachusetts. All painters should be properly 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 may want to look for a contractor who is a licensed lead-safe renovation contractor.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from family and friends, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of companies you’re considering. You can also check reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Marlborough?
Home painting rates fluctuate depending on your home's surface area, the paint you choose, and seasonal demand changes, with the busy summer months being the most expensive. Both interior and exterior painting jobs typically cost between $0.93 and $3.73 per square foot. Most homes have greater interior surface area than exterior surface area, 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 Marlborough is $4,659 for exterior work and $1,863 to $7,454 for inside work. Some Marlborough painting providers may offer alternative rates of $20.71 to $34.52 per hour. Bundling services can help you save with these hourly rates. Having interior and exterior painting completed at the same time, for instance, may result in a lower bill.
