Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many painting services provide both interior and exterior painting, plus other services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painting contractors can advise you when deciding on interior paint types, textures, and finishes, and can educate you on care requirements to figure out what works best where. They can prep, prime, and paint door frames, trim, windows, moldings, and cabinets. Some professionals offer wallpaper or textured finish stripping for an added fee.Exterior Painting
Before exterior painting, painting contractors mend weathering damage, strip old coatings, seal leaks with caulk, and clean walls. They follow by painting decks, doors, trim, fences, window frames, siding, and additional outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Painters may also provide the following additional services, depending on their training and skills:- 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 Portland
When looking to hire a residential painting company, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Get estimates from several contractors before deciding. Be cautious if one contractor offers substantially lower rates than the rest.
- Guarantees: Make sure you get all guarantees in writing and that you understand the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Your painting company can advise you on the different paint selections and their benefits and downsides to help you pick the best type for your needs. Certain paint types, for instance, protect against weather damage more effectively or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Painters in Oregon must be licensed by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board. To obtain a license, a contractor must pass a knowledge exam and provide proof of insurance. We recommend always asking for proof of insurance yourself, especially if contractors will be 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 trained and certified to work with lead-based paint under Oregon’s Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule.
- Reputation and reviews: Get family, friends, and neighbors to provide references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to review providers you’re considering. You can also read customer reviews on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Portland?
The price to paint your home will be determined by your home’s size, the paint you pick, and the month. Painters generally quote more in the busy summer season. Both interior and exterior painting jobs typically cost between $0.78 and $3.13 per square foot. Most homes have greater interior surface area than exterior surface area, which means the cost to paint inside will be more expensive than the cost to paint outside. The average price to paint a 2,000-square-foot home in Portland is $3,907 for outside work and $1,563 to $6,250 for inside work. Alternatively, painters in Portland may charge you an hourly rate between $15.78 and $26.30. Bundling services will usually reduce costs. It normally costs less to schedule exterior and interior painting at the same time rather than as separate services.
