Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Indiana

Painting is one of the most popular home improvement projects you can undertake, but it can be more difficult than you might think. Whether you're planning an interior or exterior painting project, hiring a painting contractor will save a lot of time and energy in the long run.

Local Companies

PPG - Porter Paints
812-568-0519
306 N 7th Ave
Evansville, IN
Final Touch Painting
877.551.5484
2014 S. Blue Spruce Circle
Warsaw, IN
rodriguez painting
(317) 701-2080
1461 blaine av
indianapolis, IN
Rowland's Painting and More
765-821-2001
509 W 33rd St
Connersville, IN
Brushstrokes Painting Company
(317) 474-0319
175 E South
Franklin, IN
Thatcher Painting
317-306-9369
476 S. Livingston Ave
Indianapolis, IN
Any Color You Like
317.514.3468
6780 E. US 136
brownsburg, IN
Any Color You Like
(317) 514-3468
6780 E. US 136
Brownsburg, IN
Carter Bros. Contractors
317-412-5638
231 Noble st.
greenwood, IN
Any Color You Like
(317) 514-3468
6780 E. US 136
Brownsburg, IN

(ARA) - Painting is one of the most popular home improvement projects you can undertake, but it can be more difficult than you might think. Whether you're planning an interior or exterior painting project, hiring a painting contractor will save a lot of time and energy in the long run.

Before you hire a painting contractor, there are some things you should take into consideration:

  • How long has the contractor been in business? There can be a high turnover rate in the painting industry. Be sure to hire someone who has been operating for at least two to three years.

  • Are employees experienced painters? Make sure the company hires skilled workers. Ask what training or qualifications they have.

  • Does the contractor have insurance? It is absolutely critical that they have the necessary insurance. A reputable, licensed painting contractor will have coverage. Remember, it protects him and any workers he may have on site, as well as you.

  • What kind of preparation work does the painting contractor do? A cheaper job will skimp on the prep work to cut corners. A good contractor will take the time to do everything the way it should be done. The workmanship will show in the end, good or bad.

  • Can they provide a list of references? Once you have the references in hand, call them.

  • Can the painting contractor make recommendations on what materials will work best for your project? A professional keeps up-to-date on the latest products and techniques, makes suggestions for colors and finishes, and is knowledgeable about the latest trends. Experience counts.

  • Make sure they put everything in writing. A professional provides customers with written contracts and specifications.

  • Will they offer a maintenance program? Some will, it's worth asking.

  • How much do they charge? Getting the lowest price should not be your first consideration. You want to get someone with skill, experience, insurance, awareness of safety issues and good workers. That will not likely be the guy with the lowest bid. It doesn't need to be the highest bid either. Just be sure not to hire on price alone. Look at the whole picture. Painters operate on very tight profit margins. Some homeowners hire college students and are happy with the work. If the price seems too good to be true, however, it probably is.

    Now that you know how to look for a good contractor, where can you go to find one? At RenovationExperts.com you can get free estimates from contractors in your area who are prescreened for experience, licenses and insurance.

    Renovation Experts is a premium network of over 3,000 remodeling contractors, who carry out remodeling projects for any part of the house, from attic to basement.
    Locate and hire a contractor, get an estimate for your project and do it with the peace of mind that comes with knowing you're using professionals.

    Log on to www.renovationexperts.com, describe your project and sign in. They will send you at least four possible contractors for the project within 48 hours. You decide who you want to use. There is no obligation -- just competitive prices for you to get the job done right.

    Copyright © 2007, ARAnet, inc.

    Provided courtesy of ARA content
  • Featured Local Company

    PPG - Porter Paints

    812-568-0519
    306 N 7th Ave
    Evansville, IN
    www.qualityindustrialcoatings.com

    Related Articles
    Regional Articles
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Anderson IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Angola IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Bedford IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Bloomington IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Brazil IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Brownsburg IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Carmel IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Chesterton IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Columbia City IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Columbus IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Connersville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Crawfordsville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Crown Point IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Dyer IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor East Chicago IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Elkhart IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Evansville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Fishers IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Fort Wayne IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Franklin IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Gary IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Goshen IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Granger IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Greenfield IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Greenwood IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Hammond IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Hobart IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Huntington IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Indianapolis IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Jeffersonville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Kendallville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Kokomo IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Lafayette IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Laporte IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Logansport IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Marion IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Martinsville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Merrillville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Michigan City IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Mishawaka IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Muncie IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Munster IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor New Albany IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor New Castle IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Newburgh IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Noblesville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor North Vernon IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Peru IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Portage IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Richmond IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Schererville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Seymour IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Shelbyville IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor South Bend IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Terre Haute IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Valparaiso IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Vincennes IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Wabash IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Warsaw IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor West Lafayette IN
    - Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor Zionsville IN
    Related Articles
    Related Local Events
    Tri-State Antique Market - Aug
    Dates: 8/2/2009 - 8/2/2009
    Location: Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds
    Lawrenceburg, IN
    View Details

    Tri-State Antique Market - Jul
    Dates: 7/5/2009 - 7/5/2009
    Location: Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds
    West Lawrenceburg, IN
    View Details

    Rss   Delicious   Digg   Add To My Yahoo   Add To My Google   Bookmark   Search Plugin

    Topics:
    Advertising Family Home Services Real Estate Resources
    Business Services Fashion Industrial Goods & Services Retail & Consumer Services
    Career Financial Services Insurance Software
    Cars Food & Beverage Internet Technology
    Computer Hardware Franchise Legal Telecommunications
    Construction Health Miscellaneous Trade Shows
    Education Holidays Nightlife Travel
    Entertainment Home Appliances Online Database Weddings
    Environmental Home Electronics Pets World History