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How to choose a painting contractor

One of the easiest and most efficient ways for you to dress up your home is to add a fresh coat of interior paint. It can really change the look and feel of a room and it can do so with a minimal amount of disturbance to your overall lifestyle. In order to have a quality job done, you can hire a contractor that will care for the process for you in an efficient manner. The following are some of the things to consider when hiring a painter for your project.

Check their Licensing –

In the Reading, CA area, it is important to hire a contractor that is licensed and registered with the state. It is the best and easiest way to determine that you are not dealing with a fly-by-night outfit. In addition, licensed contractors are held to higher standards and that will benefit you when doing any interior painting project.

Get an Estimate –

Getting an estimate upfront from the contractor is a good idea, because it gives you an indication of how much you will expect to pay. Estimates are also called bids and any reputable painting contractor would be happy to give you one. The bids that we give are a good indication of how much a project will cost, but it is important to understand at time there can be unexpected costs that arise during painting. A written estimate is like a guarantee that you will get the project done for that price.

Be Specific –

When determining which contractor you will use, it is important to be specific about your individual painting needs. Let them see the area where the painting will be done and discuss any aspects of the project prior to the time that the estimate is given. Along with being specific about the project, it will also give them the opportunity to provide feedback from a professional standpoint.

References –

Ask for a list of references and do your due diligence in contacting those references prior to the time that the job begins.

Interview –

It is also a good idea to interview the candidate prior to the time that you accept their contract. Ask them questions about how long they have been in business, what type of guarantees they offer and if they are members of any associations. Have a list of questions prepared in advance so that you can ask each candidate from the same list.

If you are looking for a painting contractor in the Redding, CA area, contact the professionals at Golden Crest Painting. We are a professional painting contractor that prides ourselves on high quality work provided at a fair and affordable price.