Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters provide interior and exterior painting, plus supplementary services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the skills and training to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes and can answer questions about the upkeep requirements of your choices. This helps you find the right paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint moldings, windows, trim, cabinets, and door frames. Some (for an additional fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Painting pros will begin exterior work by repairing weathering or damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint fences, decks, siding, trim, doors, window frames, and other outdoor areas.Additional Services
Experienced painters may also offer the following services, 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 Dayton
Below is what you should consider while selecting which painting professional to hire:
- Cost: Request quotes from at least three painters. Use caution if one company's prices are much lower than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing and that you understand the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Have your painting pro walk you through paint options and related benefits and drawbacks to ensure you select the right type for your project. Some paints, for example, withstand weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Confirm your painter is properly licensed in Dayton and in the state of Ohio. All painters should be properly bonded and insured. This is especially important if they’re working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're concerned about the presence of lead, consider looking for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask family and friends for references, and look up each business you’re considering on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can also check ratings on review sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Dayton?
Home painting prices vary depending on your home's surface area, your paint selections, and seasonal demand changes, with summer's busy months being the most expensive. In Dayton, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors typically cost $0.77 to $3.08 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which leads to higher paint costs indoors versus outdoors. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior runs approximately $3,846, while the interior will run about $1,539 to $6,154. Some painters in Dayton may offer alternative rates of $15.39 to $25.64 per hour. Bundling services can help you save with these hourly rates. For example, you'll likely spend less if you schedule interior and exterior painting together rather than as separate projects.
