Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting companies offer interior and exterior painting, as well as additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes and can explain the maintenance needs of your selections. This helps you find the right paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prep and paint moldings, windows, cabinets, trim, and door frames. Some (for an added fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with pros fixing weather damaged areas, stripping paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to window frames, fences, doors, decks, siding, trim, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painting companies with the right qualifications and experience can also complete 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 Lancaster
Below are some factors to consider when deciding which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Contact a few companies to get price estimates. Be wary of exceptionally cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Get a written copy of any guarantees and ensure you understand what they cover and how long they last.
- Paint types: Have your painter walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you choose the right type for your project. Some paints, for example, withstand weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Ensure the company you hire has the licensing required in Lancaster 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 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: Ask friends and neighbors for references, and look up each painter you’re considering on the Better Business Bureau (BBB). You can also check ratings on review sites such as Trustpilot or Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Lancaster?
How much you'll pay to paint your house varies depending on its size, the kind of paint, and the timing of the job. Paint companies typically charge higher prices during the summer. In Lancaster, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $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 $3,852, while the interior will cost about $1,541 to $6,164. Alternatively, painters in Lancaster may charge between $15.42 and $25.71 per hour. Hourly rates may save you money if you choose to bundle services. For example, if you get both your home’s exterior and interior painted at once, you’ll pay less overall than you would if you’d scheduled the projects separately.
