Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters offer interior painting, exterior painting, and supplementary services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the skills and training to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint 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 windows, trim, door frames, cabinets, and moldings. Some (for an additional fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Professional painters will begin exterior work by fixing weathering or damage, removing old paint, sealing potential leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint decks, siding, trim, doors, window frames, fences, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painting contractors 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 Springfield
When choosing a residential painting contractor, keep these key points in mind.
- Cost: Get price ranges from at least three companies. Use caution if one provider's estimates are much lower than the rest.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing and that you know the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Ask your paint pro to explain paint selections in detail, including the benefits and downsides 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 your painter is properly licensed to work in Springfield and in the state of Ohio. 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 before 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: Ask for references from family, friends, and neighbors, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of companies you’re considering. You can also check ratings on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Springfield?
Home painting costs differ depending on project size, the paint you choose, and seasonal demand changes, with summer's busy months being the most expensive. In Springfield, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.77 to $3.08 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 $3,852, while the interior will cost about $1,541 to $6,164. Alternatively, local Springfield painters may charge anywhere from $15.42 to $25.71 per hour. Hourly prices may save you money if you choose to bundle services. For example, if you get both your home’s interior and exterior painted at once, you’ll pay less overall than you would if you’d scheduled them separately.
