Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters provide interior and exterior painting, as well as additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional painters will guide you through various interior paints availible, paint finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you decide which paint is best for your space. They'll prime and paint your windows, cabinets, trim, door frames, and moldings, based on what your project needs. Some painters will remove existing or outdated wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an extra charge.Exterior Painting
Painting pros will begin exterior work by repairing weathering or damage, stripping old paint, sealing potential leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint fences, siding, decks, window frames, doors, trim, and other outdoor elements.Additional Services
Experienced painters may also offer the following services, 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 Clay
Below are some factors to consider when selecting which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three painters. Be wary of any company that quotes a substantially cheaper rate than the average.
- Guarantees: Request guarantees in writing and ensure you know which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Have your contractor walk you through paint options and related benefits and drawbacks to ensure you choose the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, are more eco-conscious or better at withstanding weather damage.
- Qualifications: Confirm your painter is properly licensed to work in Clay and in the state of New York. Make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured, especially if they’re working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 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: Ask friends and neighbors for references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to browse companies you’re considering. You can also find customer reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Clay?
The price to paint your home will vary based on your home’s square footage, the paint you pick, and the season. Painters oftentimes charge more in the busy summer season. In Clay, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.73 to $2.93 per square foot. Most homes have greater 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 runs approximately $3,666, while the interior will run about $1,467 to $5,866. Alternatively, local Clay painters may charge between $14.20 and $23.67 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 exterior and interior painted together than you would if you’d scheduled the projects separately.
