The Painter
Going through the phone book and picking the first person you come to that paints may not be the best route for you to go when picking someone for your painting needs. Interviewing several people as potential candidates before choosing a painter will help you get the right person for the job. Remember you are hiring them to work for you and you want to make sure you are getting what your money is worth. Therefore, have them bring along a list of references or previous clients and get their insurance information so you can call and check on the insurance coverage each painter has.
Cost and Warranty
With the economy always going up and down it is a good idea to get a price quote from your potential painters. Prices may vary depending on the painting professional or the company. A little research may save you a few dollars or more when it is all said and done.
Also, when checking on prices check to see if the painter or company offers a warranty on his or her work. Hiring a professional painter that offers a warranty for their work is always a good route to go. If they are willing to put a warranty on their work, then they are willing to back up the quality of their work.
Quality of Paint
An important thing to keep in mind when hiring someone to professionally paint for you is the quality of paint they will be using. Will they be using a brand name paint that has been around for years? Are they using cheap stuff that will chip and peel off within weeks of the paint job? Will they be using primer?
The quality of the paint is just as important as the person painting for you. You would not let just any person off the street come and paint for you. Therefore, why would you let them paint with just any type of paint?
Time
How long will your paint project last? You do not want your house in shambles for weeks on end waiting for your professional painter to get the job done. Exterior and interior house painting depending on what all needs painted will determine the time frame for the project. They are working for you, so it is fine if you ask for it to be done within so many days or weeks.
With these things in mind you should have no problem finding a professional painter for your needs. Keep in mind they are working for you. Therefore, you have the right to be picky if necessary.
