Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting companies offer interior and exterior painting, plus other services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the skills and training to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can answer questions about the maintenance needs of your selections. This helps you find the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prime and paint trim, moldings, cabinets, door frames, and windows. Some (for an extra fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by repairing weather damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They then paint fences, doors, siding, decks, trim, window frames, 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 Wylie
When choosing a residential painting contractor, keep these key factors in mind.
- Cost: Contact a few companies to get price estimates. Be wary of unusually cheap prices compared to the average.
- Guarantees: Get a written copy of any guarantees and ensure you confirm what they cover and how long they last.
- Paint types: Have your contractor walk you through paint options and related advantages and disadvantages to ensure you select the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, resist weather damage better than others or are more eco-friendly.
- Qualifications: Make sure the company you hire has the licensing required in Wylie and in the state of Texas. Make sure your painter is properly bonded and insured, especially if they’re working on a ladder or using power equipment. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, consider looking for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask family, friends, and neighbors for references, or use the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website to review painters you’re considering. You can also read customer feedback on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Wylie?
The price of professional painting work is influenced by the size of your home, the paint categories chosen, and the season. Most painters increase their rates during the summer in response to increased demand. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting ranges from $0.98 to $3.92 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior is generally more expensive than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Wylie, expect to pay around $4,904 to paint the exterior and $1,962 to $7,847 to paint the interior. Wylie's local painters may offer alternative rates from $22.32 to $37.21 per hour. Bundling exterior and interior painting services together can mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
