Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters offer interior and exterior painting, plus supplementary services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the expertise to help you select interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can explain the maintenance needs of your choices. This helps you choose the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint door frames, trim, windows, moldings, and cabinets. Some (for an additional fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Before exterior painting, painting contractors mend weathering damage, strip old paint, seal any leaks with caulk, and wash the walls. They follow by painting fences, window frames, siding, doors, decks, trim, and additional outdoor elements.Additional Services
Painting contractors may provide the following services as well, depending on their skills and qualifications:- 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 Washington
When selecting a residential painting contractor, keep these key factors in mind.
- Cost: Request quotes from a few contractors before deciding. Be wary if one company gives substantially lower estimates than the rest.
- Guarantees: Get any guarantees in writing and ensure you understand how long they last and what they cover.
- Paint types: Ask your paint pro to go over different paint choices, including the benefits and drawbacks of each, so you can make an informed decision. Some options cater to specific needs, such as weather-resistant or eco-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 confirm that your painter is 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 might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask for references from family, friends, and neighbors, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of providers you’re considering. You can also find reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Washington?
The price to paint your home will depend on your home’s square footage, the paint you select, and the time of year. Painters usually bill more in the busy summer season. In Washington, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.70 to $2.79 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which leads to higher paint costs than when painting the homes exterior. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior costs approximately $3,489, while the interior will run about $1,396 to $5,582. Alternatively, painters in Washington may charge anywhere from $13.04 to $21.74 per hour. Hourly prices may save you money if you choose to bundle services. For example, you'll pay less to have your home's interior and exterior painted together than you would if you’d scheduled them separately.
