Services Offered by Professional Painters
Most professional painters offer interior and exterior painting, plus additional services.
Interior Painting
Interior painting companies have the specialized knowledge to help you choose interior paints, textures, and finishes of paint and can explain the upkeep requirements of your selections. This helps you find the best paint for your space. As part of the project, your provider will prep and paint cabinets, windows, trim, door frames, and moldings. Some (for an added fee) will strip wallpaper or textured surfaces prior to painting.Exterior Painting
Professional painters start exterior jobs by fixing weather damage, stripping old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and washing walls. They then paint window frames, fences, trim, decks, doors, siding, and other outdoor surfaces.Additional Services
Painters with the right training may also provide the following additional services, depending on their expertise:- 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 Huntington
When searching for a residential painting contractor, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Get price quotes from at least three painters. Be wary of any company that quotes a substantially lower price than others.
- Guarantees: Get any guarantees in writing and ensure you confirm what they cover and how long they last.
- Paint types: Your painter can walk you through the different paint selections and their benefits and downsides to help you pick the best type for your needs. Certain paints, for instance, resist weather damage more effectively or are better for the environment.
- Qualifications: Most home contractors in West Virginia need a license from the West Virginia Division of Labor for projects valued at more than $1,000. However, painting is considered an untested specialty, so depending on your local regulations your painter may not need a specific license. 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 before 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 references from family, friends, and neighbors, or review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) profiles of local painting companies. You can also browse customer reviews on websites such as Google Reviews or Trustpilot.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Huntington?
The price to paint your home will vary based on your home’s square footage, the paint you pick, and the month. Painters typically charge more in the busy summer season. The typical cost of both interior and exterior painting ranges from $0.74 to $2.94 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 Huntington, you can expect to pay around $3,681 to paint the outside and $1,472 to $5,889 to paint the interior. Alternatively, Huntington's local painters may charge you an hourly rate between $14.30 and $23.83. Bundling services will usually reduce costs. It typically costs less in total to schedule interior and exterior painting together rather than as separate services.
