Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting services offer both interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painting contractors can assist you in deciding on interior paint types, textures, and finishes, and can educate you on upkeep requirements to determine what works best where. They can prep, prime, and paint trim, windows, cabinets, moldings, and door frames. Some professionals provide wallpaper or textured finish removal for an extra fee.Exterior Painting
Before exterior painting, painters mend weathering damage, strip old coatings, seal any leaks with caulk, and clean walls. They follow by painting trim, window frames, decks, siding, fences, doors, and additional outdoor elements.Additional Services
Experienced painters 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 Brighton
Below are some factors to consider when selecting which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three companies. Be cautious if one company's prices are significantly lower than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand what’s covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Ask your paint pro to explain paint selections in detail, covering the pros and cons 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: Make sure the company you hire has the licensing required in Brighton and in the state of New York. All painters should be properly bonded and insured, especially 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, you may want to look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from family, friends, and neighbors, or review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of local painting companies. You can also find customer ratings on websites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Brighton?
The cost to paint your home will be determined by your home’s size, the paint you select, and the time of year. Painters oftentimes bill more in the busy summer season. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting averages $0.71 to $2.84 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 Brighton, you can expect to pay around $3,552 to paint the exterior and $1,421 to $5,683 to paint the interior. Alternatively, Brighton's local painters may charge you an hourly rate between $13.45 and $22.42. It usually costs less to schedule exterior and interior painting together rather than as separate services.
