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Hiring an Atlanta Painter
If you enjoy do-it-yourself projects around the home, you might have second thoughts when it comes to painting, especially if you have to use a ladder to get to those high places. You might want to consider hiring a professional painter to take on the task especially if you’re concerned about safety. By hiring a qualified Atlanta painter you can make sure the job is done right and leave tackling those high spots to someone else.
Most people paint their home as a routine part of maintenance and to keep up appearances with the neighborhood but if the paint is of poor standard or the work is poorly done, you defeat the entire purpose of the project. Painting is not the hard part. Doing it right is and knowing how to paint properly takes some knowledge and talent, so don’t just hire someone that says they can paint. The size of your project isn’t important. You need to know you’re getting a qualified painter for the job.
Where to Find a Reliable Atlanta Painter
There are plenty of places to look if you decide to hire a professional Atlanta painter. A good place to check is with the local home building store center or paint store. Contractors, including painters, will use the bulletin boards at these places to leave their contact information. Look on the web for sites that maintain a list of local Atlanta painters. Since getting listed in these directories can sometimes involve time and money, they are often only used by qualified professionals.
Maybe you have a friend or family member that is familiar with a painter. They’ll probably be happy to show you any work they’ve had done and tell you if they’re happy with the job or not. If you receive a positive report on the Atlanta painter and like his work ask for his name and number.
The Atlanta Painter Interview
It’s probably not in your best interest to grab the first Atlanta painter who comes along with a low price. Take the time to interview each painter before asking for a quote. The time spent in talking will you in choosing the person for the job. Have each painter do an on site walk through with you and ask about their level of experience. Inquire if they have worked as a subcontractor on larger jobs. Working as a subcontractor within the industry is a good sign of a painter that provides quality work.
Ask for proof of up to date license and insurance from each Atlanta painter. Liability insurance is also a must for every Atlanta painter to protect you from any possible damage. They should also have workers compensation if they have employees. If a worker gets injured on your property and there’s no insurance in place, you could be held liable for any medical expenses. The painter should also be bonded. If for some reason he walks off the job and leaves you with unfinished work, a bond will protect you and help you get the project completed.
Getting references from an Atlanta painter is a good idea but don’t count on references alone when you make your choice. References are always expected and should be checked but they’ll only disclose some satisfied customers. You won’t find disgruntled customers on the list. A better choice for checking any contractor is the Better Business Bureau. If there have been any complaints they will be able to let you know as well as tell you if any complaints have been taken care of. Having one or two complaints doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a problem but how the painter took care of the complaint is what matters.
You’re ready to ask for some bids once you’ve gathered your list of prospective painters. Bids can be confusing if you aren’t prepared. Every painter has his own methods of doing the job, from the brand of paint to how he handles the cleanup. It’s even possible for the prep work to vary since one painter may take the time to scrape and sand the surface while another may use a power washer. Both of these techniques require varying time and effort and this will show in the bids you get. Give each painter a list of the things you want to see included in each quote. Setting these guidelines will help in providing you with some uniform bids that you can then compare side by side.
Securing a Contract with the Atlanta Painter
It’s time to get a contract once you’ve found the Atlanta painter you feel is right for your project. This should detail your project, the steps required to get it done, the paint that will be used and the cost of labor. The painter’s phone, address and any other contact information should be included along with his state license number and copies of liability and workers comp policies. A time frame for completion of your project should also be included.
The painter should provide some type of guarantee in case there is chipping or peeling of the paint within a couple of years after the job is completed. You should get it in writing and make sure it states that any necessary rework will not cost you. Most paint manufacturers will provide a specific warranty but that does not take care of the cost of having to hire a painter to do the job over.
When you hire a painter you want to know it’s going to be someone you can trust. The painter will probably be working alone most of the time and you won’t be able to watch him every step of the way. When the job is finished you will have a hard time telling if the proper primer was used or if there were one or two coats of paint applied. When you want to hire a qualified Atlanta painter, you should keep in mind that like any other contractor, he’ll be working in your home and you want to find the best person for the job.
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