10 Signs Of A Quality Paint Contractor

When you invite people over to your home, some of the first things they will notice are your paint colors and overall decor. Does your home embrace them in a nice warm welcome as they enter? Or does the inside or outside of your residence need some extra care this season?

If you answered yes to needing help with updating the paint at your Northern Colorado property, CertaPro Painters®️ of Fort Collins can provide you with reliable and reputable painting services throughout Northern Colorado. Below are some of our tips for knowing that your painting contractor is worth working with.

What You Need To Know About Your Northern Colorado Paint Contractor

1. They have been a part of the local community for at least 10 years. You want to make sure that who you select to work on your property has the level of expertise to complete your job in an effective and efficient manner. You also want to make sure they know what paint issues and failures are most often confronted and how to either prevent or mitigate them. Colorado’s weather and UV exposure is rough on exterior paint, and there are some critical factors that need to be accounted for in product selection and preparation that may not be apparent to a painter who just moved here from elsewhere in the country.
2. Your painting contractor should be able to give you a detailed written proposal for your prospective project. This should include the paint brand, type, quality, and any sheens to be used.
3. Workers comp insurance is a must. You want to have the peace of mind that your contractor is genuine and cares about their team should something go wrong over the course of a painting project. You also want to make sure you don’t share in the liability of workers on your project!
4. References from previous projects is also a great way to check up on a potential contractor. Get a reference reference address or two so you can take a look for yourself if possible.
5. It is imperative that your contractor knows to use, and is willing to pay for, high-quality paint on your home. You don’t want to choose a brand simply because it is low-cost. Premium paints from Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore are what we recommend here at the CertaPro Painters®️ of Fort Collins. Even within those two great brands, there are a wide range of paint options in terms of price and quality that have a drastic difference on the longevity of your paint job.
6. Read online reviews and see what their online presence and personality is like. If you see rave reviews and projects to back them up, they may be a great option.
7. You will want to work with a contractor who is invested in your project. This means they show up to assess the job, provide an estimate quickly, and get you each detail in a timely manner. If a company makes you wait to hear back for days on end, can you rely on them when it comes time for the actual project?
8. They have a dedicated team of experienced painters and support staff. This ensures that there are personnel and resources available to best handle each aspect of your project, from estimating to scheduling/logistics to the painting itself. You don’t want to be calling the lead painter and not get a response until they’re off the ladder at 5pm because nobody else is available to help you. Do they have an estimator? An office manager / project coordinator? A production manager?
9. Look into their general liability insurance coverage. A quality painter will have an appropriate insurance plan to match their painting projects. This insurance is what will cover any accidents that could cause damage at your property.
10. They have the required licenses and certifications needed for the scale of your interior or exterior painting job.

Contact Our Team Of Painting Professionals Today

Is your interior or exterior paint starting to fade, chip, or peel? If so, it is time to work with a skilled painting company to restore the appearance of your home or business. When you work with the CertaPro Painters®️ of Fort Collins, we can even set you up with a color consultation to get one-on-one insight from a color/design professional! Click for a free, no obligation estimate.