Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting companies offer interior painting, exterior painting, and other services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painting companies can help you decide on interior paint types, textures, and finishes, and can educate you on maintenance requirements to figure out what works best where. They'll prep, prime, and paint moldings, windows, door frames, cabinets, and trim. Some professionals offer wallpaper or textured finish stripping for an added fee.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by repairing weather damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They then paint siding, fences, doors, trim, decks, window frames, and other outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Painting companies with the right training and experience can also complete additional work, such as the following:- 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 Salem
As you compare residential painting companies, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three contractors. Use caution if one provider's estimates are much lower than others.
- Guarantees: Get all 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 pros and cons to ensure you choose the right type for your project. Some paints, for example, withstand weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Confirm the company you hire has the licensing required in Salem and in the state of Massachusetts. Make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured, especially 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, you might look for a contractor who is a licensed lead-safe renovation contractor.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from family and friends, or review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of local painting companies. You can also browse customer ratings on websites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Salem?
The cost of professional painting work varies by the square footage of your home, the paint categories chosen, and the season. Most painters raise their rates during the summer in response to increased demand. In Salem, painting projects for both interiors and exteriors typically cost $0.85 to $3.39 per square foot. Most homes have greater interior square footage, which results in higher paint costs than when painting the homes exterior. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior runs approximately $4,233, while the interior will run about $1,693 to $6,772. Alternatively, painters in Salem might charge hourly rates between $17.92 and $29.86. Bundling services will usually reduce costs. If you schedule exterior and interior painting concurrently rather than as separate projects, you’ll likely pay less in total.
