The most common questions about painting and remodeling are questions about the cost of the project.
Cost questions are also the most challenging, however, because every house and situation is different. Even the best estimator cannot predict what you may find behind walls and under floors once the project is under way.
A great resource for a ball-park figure is Www.Remodeling.hw.net This guide not only gives the average cost for a remodeling project in your region, but the average value it adds to your home as well.
Granted, every home and project is unique and has its challenges. This guide is regularly updated, however, and should be able to give you a reference point for the estimates you receive.
Is Painting Your Own Home Expensive?
You may be able to paint your home for the cost of the materials and tools alone, which looks like quite a savings on paper. However, professional painters have tools and experience which allow them to do the same amount of work 3-4 times faster than you would yourself. And, unless you happen to be a very skilled painter, the finished product is often much more aesthetically pleasing and longer-lasting.
The value of your time and the benefit of a hassle-free new look in your home is why the cost of hiring a professional interior painter is usually well worth the cost.
What Should I Know When Planning My Interior Painting Projects?
The greatest friction occurs between contractors and homeowners when the unexpected pops up. How the situation is handled depends on the professionalism of the contractor and how thorough the communication is in the beginning stages of the project.
Contact the References…
Typically when you talk to a painting contractor’s references you are interested in quality of work and timing. Don’t forget to ask how the communication process went. If hidden damage is discovered, ask about the process for a new estimate and hourly rates to fix them. A quality painting contractor will have these answers ready and a speed bump can be simplified to a hiccup in your home remodeling process.
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