Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painting contractors offer interior painting, exterior painting, and 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 maintenance requirements to figure out what works best where. They can prep, prime, and paint windows, door frames, cabinets, trim, and moldings. Some professionals provide wallpaper or textured finish stripping for an added fee.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 fences, trim, decks, doors, siding, window frames, and other outdoor features.Additional Services
Painters may also provide the following additional services, depending on their qualifications 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 Auburn
When deciding on a residential painting contractor, keep these key factors in mind.
- Cost: Request quotes from at least three painters. Be cautious if one company's prices are significantly lower than the rest.
- Guarantees: Ask for guarantees in writing and ensure you know which items are covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Have your contractor walk you through paint options and related pros and cons to ensure you select the right kind for your project. Some paints, for example, are more eco-friendly or better at withstanding weather damage.
- Qualifications: Painters in Washington must be licensed as specialty contractors by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. In most cases, painters cannot employ subcontractors. The state requires contractors to be bonded and insured, and it's important to verify this information with the painter you hire, particularly if they’ll be working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, you might look for a firm and a contractor that are certified by the Department of Commerce to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Request references from family, friends, and neighbors, and check the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of companies you’re considering. You can also find ratings on sites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Auburn?
The cost to paint your home will be determined by your home’s square footage, the paint you select, and the season. Painters typically bill more in the busy summer season. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting ranges from $0.82 to $3.29 per square foot. Since most homes have more inside than outside space, painting the interior tends to cost more than painting the exterior. For a 2,000-square-foot home in Auburn, expect to pay around $4,107 to paint the outside and $1,643 to $6,571 to paint the interior. Auburn's local painters may offer alternative rates of $17.09 to $28.49 per hour. Bundling exterior and interior painting services together may mean paying less overall than you would if you split them into separate projects.
