4 Things to Do Before You Hire a Painter

Hiring a professional painter to paint your home’s interior or exterior has a ton of benefits like saving you money and time. However, when it comes time to hire a painter, deciding who to choose for the job can be stressful, as you want to make sure you are making the best decision. That is why we put together a list of four things to do before you hire a painter.

1. Get an Estimate

Getting an estimate for the work you want done is the important task before hiring a painter. It is also wise to ask if the company will charge you for the estimate. At CertaPro Painters® of Carrollwood and Tampa, we offer FREE estimates for all painting projects.

Typically, in the estimate process, you will discuss the scope of your project and budget, then the company will come up with options that meet your expectations.

Once you receive an estimate for your project the price should not change unless there is a change to the scope of work after the project started.

2. Do Your Research

When you decide you’re ready to paint your home, you need to research painting companies in Tampa and its surrounding areas. You want to feel confident in your decision and know that you can trust the company will do a good job for the paint project you want done.

Start by doing a Google search and look at reviews posted by previous customers. You can also talk to friends and family and see if they have recommendations for a painting company in the Tampa area.

CertaPro Painters® of Carrollwood and Tampa, has been serving Hillsborough County since 1994. We carry General Liability and Worker’s Compensation Insurance.

Take time to review our online portfolio, testimonials, and warranty information.

3. Learn the Process

Before you hire a painter, you should ask questions about the process. Some good questions to ask are how many crew members will there be, how is the project going to be managed, or what kind of products will the painting crew use.

At CertaPro Painters® of Carrollwood and Tampa, we have an on-site supervisor that oversees each project and provides daily updates.

We also use high-quality products to ensure quality results. For walls and ceilings, we use latex-based paint, and in areas of heavy contact, like trim or cabinet doors, we use oil-based paints that can withstand high traffic. Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams offer low VOC and no VOC paint options for those looking for an eco-friendly option.

We also use quality primers, stains, sealers, caulks, and other varieties of surface repair/ preparation materials.

Finally, when it comes to our clean up process, the crew removes all paints and materials, tidies up the work area, and for interiors, we will put everything back in place.

4. Set Expectations

You may want a quick turnaround time. However, factors like the size of the home, the condition of the surfaces to be painted, and the number of colors used to determine how long your painting project will take. Another factor that plays into the timeline of the project is how easy or difficult it is for the painter to access the space.

Finally, for exterior painting projects weather can also hinder your timeline. Communicating with your project manager is crucial to making sure that everyone is satisfied with the paint project.

CertaPro Painters® of Carrollwood and Tampa, is the locally owned and operated residential and commercial painting company you can trust.

Contact us today to talk about your painting project and schedule a free estimate!