Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters provide interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can answer questions about the upkeep requirements of your selections. This helps you choose the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint cabinets, trim, door frames, moldings, and windows. Some (for an extra fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with painters repairing weather damaged areas, removing old paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to doors, trim, fences, window frames, siding, decks, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painters may provide the following services as well, depending on their training 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 Yorktown
Below are some factors to consider when selecting which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Ask for pricing from a few companies before deciding. Be wary if one contractor gives substantially lower estimates than the rest.
- Guarantees: Request guarantees in writing and ensure you know which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Ask your paint pro to go over various paint options, including the benefits and drawbacks of each, to help you make an informed decision. Some options are designed for specific priorities, such as weather-resistant or eco-friendly formulas.
- Qualifications: Make sure your painter is properly licensed to work in Yorktown and in the state of New York. 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 prior to 1978, and you're concerned about the 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 family and friends to provide 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 Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Yorktown?
What you'll pay to paint your house is influenced by its size, the kind of paint, and when the job is scheduled. Paint companies commonly charge higher prices between June and August. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting ranges from $0.92 to $3.67 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 Yorktown, you can expect to pay around $4,587 to paint the outside and $1,835 to $7,339 to paint the interior. Yorktown's local painters may offer alternative rates from $20.24 to $33.74 per hour. Bundling interior and exterior painting services together may mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
