Hiring a painting pro for your painting project.
Do you live in Sebring, Lake Placid, or Avon Park? Are you thinking about having your home repainted for maintenance, or possibly to change the look? If so, and if you don’t want to tackle what can be a time consuming and physically demanding task, then hiring a painting contractor can be your best option. Before you do, knowing what to look for in a painter will help you find someone that you can work with who is technically competent and attentive to your needs.
Step by Step
A. Family and friends are always a good place to start in finding your painter. If they are happy with their painter, there is probably good reason for it. Word of good work travels fast, and a competent painter can stay busy on just referral work alone.
B. Online research is a modern way of finding potential painters. “Googling” for painting contractors in Highlands County will give you a good starting point for who is out there. The Better Business Bureau, classified ads, and the local paint store are all great sources to pickup names for your search. From their, researching their online reputations, and in-person interviews will help you decide between those you can work with and those you can’t.
C. Once you have whittled down a list of potential candidates to paint your house, then getting multiple bids from this list are a good next step. Price is always important, but it shouldn’t be the only factor in choosing a painter. Does the person seem to be technically competent? Does he or she listen to you and try to understand your needs? Does he or she have a good reputation in the community? Will he be around the next time you need him? Always ask lots of questions, and make sure they are answered to your satisfaction.
D. Finally, after you have made a decision, make sure your painter is licensed and insured. Can he provide referrals? Will his start date work with yours?
Choosing a painting contractor doesn’t need to be a difficult task if you do your homework. If Highlands Handyman can be of assistance in your next painting project then please don’t hesitate to call!
Jim