FAQs

FAQs About Painting Services

Painting is a task that most homeowners and business owners dread. It is long, hard work that is typically not enjoyable to most. It is also physically demanding and dangerous. That is why most people prefer to hire a residential or commercial painting company to do their painting for them. Often, people have numerous questions regarding painting services and contractors that they want answered before they hire them. Below you will find some of the most common questions people have about professional painting services and their respective answers:

  • How long does it take to paint a room?

    The larger the room, the longer it takes to paint it. In general, the average 400-square-foot bedroom takes about 4-6 hours from start to finish.

  • What should I do to prepare the area that is being painted?

    To get the room ready for painting, you can move furniture away from the walls, vacuum the carpets, and cover furniture with plastic covering to protect it from paint drips. If you can remove some furniture from the room, all the better.

  • Do you paint the exterior of buildings?

    Yes, our painting contractors can paint both the interior and exterior of any property.

  • What time of year is it best to paint?

    Early summer and early fall tend to be the best times to paint. The warm temperatures with low humidity during these times are ideal for the paint-drying process.

  • What are paint sheens?

    Paint sheen refers to the light reflectivity of paint. Paints can include varying levels of sheen from no sheen to high gloss. Each manufacturer may call the sheens different names, but they are often called flat finish, eggshell finish, satin finish, semi-gloss finish, and high-gloss finish.

  • How do I know if I have lead paint?

    Homes that were built before 1978 have a high probability of having lead paint. If your home was built before then, chances are that lead paint is present in your home.  You can pay for a lab test to determine with definitely if you have lead paint.

  • Should I apply one or two coats of paint?

    Most often, it is best to apply one coat of primer and two coats of paint. While the paint is wet, one coat may seem like enough, but it often needs at least two coats. If your walls are white, then one coat of paint may do the job just fine.

  • What type of paint do professionals use for residential painting?

    Our professional painters use high-quality paint products from reputable paint companies. We can provide you with guidance on the types of paint that are best for the type of surfaces that you want us to paint and allow you to choose which you like best.

  • Will the painters clean up after the project is completed?

    Yes, we will never leave your place a mess. We will always clean up after the project. Our team will remove tarps, throw out used painting supplies, peel off painter’s tape, and clean up anything else in the area. It will be like we were never even there.

  • Can I stay in my home during the painting process?

    In most cases, you can stay in your home during the painting process. However, you may want to consider being away while we paint because the paint fumes can be overwhelming, and we may have to move some furniture for its protection. Our painting contractors will work with you to minimize any inconveniences to help you stay in your home while we paint.

  • How do I request an estimate for residential painting services?

    All you need to do is contact our local painters and request a free estimate. We will come to your home, assess the scope of the project, and provide you with a clear estimate of the cost and timeline for the painting project.