6 Tips to Save on the Cost to Paint a House
Posted on February 8, 2020
Everyone loves a fresh coat of paint whether it be on the exterior or interior of the home. It makes the appearance of the home look brighter and more vibrant. But whether you are hiring a professional or taking the project on yourself, painting projects can be expensive. So how do you keep your home looking it’s best while not spending too much to get it repainted? Keep on reading to find out!
The amount of money it is going to cost you to paint your house depends on a variety of different factors and is unique to each individual situation. The expenses generally fall into two main categories:
Labor Costs
How much time is it going to take the painters to complete the project? Most of the painter’s time goes to preparing the surface that needs to be painted. So, if you can reduce the amount of time the painter has to spend cleaning, patching sanding, etc. you will save money.
Cost of Materials
The paint is an obvious cost. It ranges between $20-$70 or even more per gallon depending on which type you chose. Make sure you are picking the best paint, some are mold resistant, some have life time warranties, do your research so your money goes to good use. Also consider the space you are painting, if you are just painting the garage you can probably downgrade in your paint choice. The good news is most paint can last about 9 years as long as the proper preparation is done.
Other materials such as tarps, tape, brushed and rollers are typically included in the overall price when hiring professional painters. However, if you are completing the project yourself buying all of this can get pricey. Consider asking friends or family if they have any of these materials for you to borrow.
Now that we have broken down the costs, let’s get into the best ways to save on painting:
- Get Multiple Estimates
- Before hiring painters, get multiple estimates.
- As mentioned above, do some of the work yourself.
- Trim shrubs, remove furniture, remove outlet covers, switch plates and door knobs and do the prep work if you can.
- Don’t wait long to Repaint
The exterior of your home will show signs of wear more so than the interior. But you want to re-paint before it gets to that point. Don’t wait until the paint is peeling because this will take a lot of time for a painter to prep the surface again.
