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Tips for Hiring a Painting Contractor South Carolina

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

GCI Services Inc.Painting & Improvements
864-346-3470
655 H. Fairview Rd. 181
Simpsonville, SC
Baker Painting & Improvements
803-370-7606
N/A
Rockhill, SC
Finishing Touch - Un-Faux-Gettable
803-479-1701
Broad River Road Area
Columbia, SC
Southern Coating, LLC
864-304-7997
PO Box 2750
Greer, SC
HOW MUCH TO PAINT.COM
(803) 609-8488
1 BARR RD
LEXINGTON, SC
custom painting and home repairs
843-530-1186 843-851-9056
349 Damascus dr
Summerville, SC
Elizabeth Design
864-992-3464
921 martin rd
starr, SC
McCauley Painting
864-323-7717
107 Sunnywood St.
Greenwood, SC
El Tano Painting
843-726-1665
20 Island Tank Rd # 32
Beaufort, SC
Peacock Painting, LLC
864-616-2988
120 Duncan Rd.
Greenville, SC

(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.

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    GCI Services Inc.Painting & Improvements

    864-346-3470
    655 H. Fairview Rd. 181
    Simpsonville, SC
    www.gciservicesinc.com
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