Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting contractors offer both interior and exterior painting, plus other services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting experts will talk you through the different types of interior paint, types of paint finishes, and maintenance needs to assist you in determining what’s best for each room. Services can include prepping, priming, and painting trim, cabinets, door frames, moldings, and windows. Optional pre-painting preparation such as removing wallpaper or textured coatings may result in additional charges.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by fixing weather damage, removing old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They then paint trim, doors, window frames, decks, siding, fences, and other outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Painters may also provide 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 Hamilton
Below are some factors to consider when deciding which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Contact a few painters to get price estimates. Watch out for exceptionally cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Get all guarantees in writing and ensure you know which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Ask your painter to walk through paint selections in detail, including the benefits and downsides of each. This will help you determine the best option for your project. Some paints have better weather resistance or use more environmentally friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: Painters in New Jersey must be licensed as a home improvement contractor by the Division of Consumer Affairs. To obtain this license, a contractor or business must be insured. Take the time to verify that your painter is properly bonded and insured, particularly if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built before 1978, and you're concerned about the presence of lead, consider looking for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from friends and neighbors, and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of companies you’re considering. You can also find reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Hamilton?
Home painting costs fluctuate depending on project size, your paint selections, and seasonal demand changes, with the busy summer months being the most expensive. Both interior and exterior painting jobs typically cost between $0.76 and $3.05 per square foot. Most homes have more 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 price to paint a 2,000-square-foot home in Hamilton is $3,806 for outside work and $1,523 to $6,090 for inside work. Hamilton's local painters may offer alternative rates from $15.12 to $25.21 per hour. Bundling interior and exterior painting services together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
