Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting companies provide interior and exterior painting, plus other services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting specialists will review the different types of interior paint, types of paint finishes, and maintenance needs to help you determine what’s best for each room. Services could include prepping, priming, and painting cabinets, door frames, moldings, windows, and trim. Optional pre-painting groundwork such as removing wallpaper or textured coatings may result in additional charges.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters repairing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to doors, window frames, decks, siding, trim, fences, and other outdoor areas.Additional Services
Painting contractors may also provide the following extra services, depending on their qualifications and experience:- 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 New Brunswick
As you assess residential painting companies, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three companies. Be wary of any contractor that offers a substantially lower price than others.
- Guarantees: Request guarantees in writing and ensure you know which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Your painter can advise you on the different paint options and their advantages and disadvantages to help you choose the best type for your needs. Certain paints, for instance, protect against weather damage more effectively or are better for the environment.
- 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 double check 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 prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, consider looking for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask friends and neighbors for references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to browse painters you’re considering. You can also read customer feedback on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in New Brunswick?
Home painting prices vary depending on project size, your paint selections, and seasonal demand changes, with summer's busy months being the most expensive. In New Brunswick, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.85 to $3.41 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which results in higher paint costs inside versus outside. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior costs approximately $4,258, while the interior will run about $1,703 to $6,813. Some painters in New Brunswick may offer alternative rates of $18.09 to $30.14 per hour. Getting exterior and interior painting bundled together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
