Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters provide interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painters can help you decide on interior paint types, textures, and finishes, and can educate you on care requirements to determine what works best where. They can prep, prime, and paint door frames, moldings, trim, cabinets, and windows. Some professionals offer wallpaper or textured finish stripping for an extra fee.Exterior Painting
Professional painters will begin exterior work by mending weathering or damage, stripping old paint, sealing potential leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint siding, doors, window frames, decks, fences, trim, and other outdoor areas.Additional Services
Painting contractors 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 Philadelphia
When selecting a house painting service, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Request price estimates from at least three painters. Be cautious of any contractor that offers a substantially cheaper rate than the average.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing and that you know the scope and duration of coverage.
- Paint types: Your painting company can guide you through the different paint options and their advantages and disadvantages to help you choose the best type for your needs. Certain paints, for instance, withstand weather damage more effectively or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Verify the company you hire has the licensing required in Philadelphia and in the state of Pennsylvania. 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 concerned about the presence of lead, you might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Get references from family, friends, and neighbors, or verify the Better Business Bureau (BBB) listings of local painters. You can also find customer ratings on websites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Philadelphia?
The price to paint your home will vary based on your home’s square footage, the paint you choose, and the time of year. Painters typically charge more in the busy summer season. In Philadelphia, painting jobs for both interiors and exteriors usually run $0.91 to $3.62 per square foot. Most homes have greater interior square footage, which leads to higher paint costs than when painting the exterior. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior costs approximately $4,527, while the interior will run about $1,811 to $7,243. Alternatively, local Philadelphia painters may charge anywhere from $19.85 to $33.08 per hour. Hourly rates may save you money, especially if you're bundling services. For example, you'll pay less to have your home's interior and exterior painted together than you would if you’d scheduled them separately.
