Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting contractors provide interior painting, exterior painting, and additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting experts will review the different types of interior paint, types of paint finishes, and maintenance needs to assist you in deciding what’s best for each room. Services may include prepping, priming, and painting door frames, trim, moldings, windows, and cabinets. Optional pre-painting groundwork such as stripping wallpaper or textured coatings may lead to additional charges.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters fixing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to fences, decks, siding, trim, doors, window frames, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painters with the right training may also offer the following additional 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 Roseville
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three providers. Be wary of any company that quotes a substantially lower price than competitors.
- 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 advantages and disadvantages to ensure you select the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, are more eco-conscious or better at withstanding weather damage.
- Qualifications: Minnesota painters who provide just interior or just exterior painting may not need a license. However, painters who offer both services must be licensed by the Department of Labor and Industry. Contractors with employees must show proof of insurance to obtain a license—we recommend getting proof of insurance for all contractors who work on your home, especially if your painters will be 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: Ask friends and neighbors for references, and look up each painter you’re considering on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can also check ratings on review sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.