Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters provide both interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painters will advise you on various interior paints availible, paint finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you decide which paint is best for your space. They'll prepare and paint your cabinets, windows, door frames, trim, and moldings, based on what your project entails. Some painters will remove existing or outdated wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an additional fee.Exterior Painting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, siding, window frames, decks, trim, doors, and other outdoor areas.Additional Services
Painting companies with the right qualifications and experience can also handle 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 Hobbs
Below are some factors to consider when choosing which residential painting company to hire:
- Cost: Contact a few companies to get price estimates. Watch out for unusually cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Get a written copy of any guarantees and ensure you understand how long they last and what they cover.
- Paint types: Ask your painting contractor to explain paint selections in detail, covering 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: Confirm the company you hire has the licensing required in Hobbs and in the state of New Mexico. Make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured. This is especially important if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built before 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, you might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Request references from family, friends, and neighbors, and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of providers you’re considering. You can also find reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Hobbs?
Home painting costs differ depending on your home's surface area, your paint selections, and seasonal demand changes, with summer's busy months being the most expensive. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting ranges from $0.70 to $2.81 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior tends to cost more than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Hobbs, you can expect to pay around $3,518 to paint the exterior and $1,407 to $5,628 to paint the interior. Alternatively, local Hobbs painters may charge between $13.23 and $22.05 per hour. Hourly prices may save you money, especially if you're bundling 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.
