Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most painting companies provide both interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Professional interior painting companies 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 trim, cabinets, moldings, windows, and door frames. Some professionals provide wallpaper or textured finish removal for an added fee.Exterior Painting
Exterior work starts with pros repairing weather damaged areas, removing old paint, plugging leaks with caulk, and cleaning. They then apply paint to fences, decks, siding, window frames, doors, trim, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painters may provide the following services as well, 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 The Woodlands
Below is what you should consider while choosing which residential painter to hire:
- Cost: Ask for estimates from at least three companies. Be cautious of any contractor that quotes a substantially cheaper rate than the average.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get a written contract outlining any guarantees and that you understand the duration and scope of coverage.
- Paint types: Have your painter walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you choose the best type for your project. Some paints, for example, resist weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Ensure your painter is properly licensed to work in The Woodlands and in the state of Texas. Make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured, especially 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: Get family and friends to provide references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to browse companies you’re considering. You can also browse customer reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in The Woodlands?
How much you'll pay to paint your house depends on its size, the type of paint, and the timing of the job. Paint companies usually charge higher prices during the summer. Interior and exterior painting jobs both run, on average, between $1.00 and $4.00 per square foot. Most homes have more interior surface area than exterior, which means the cost to paint the interior will be greater than the cost to paint the exterior. The average cost of painting a 2,000-square-foot home in The Woodlands is $4,996 for exterior work and $1,998 to $7,994 for interior work. Some painters in The Woodlands may offer alternative rates from $22.92 to $38.21 per hour. Getting interior and exterior painting bundled together may mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
