A Different kind of Painter

Hire A Professional Painting and Decorating Contractor
Before you decide to "do it yourself" or hire the least expensive painter you can find, here are some points to consider that suggest the lowest price may not be the best value.
Safety:
Painting can be hazardous work, whether itŐs working on a ladder or dealing with solvents. Hiring a professional contractor means you donŐt have to worry about these problems. Care is also taken in protecting your furniture & floors.

Preparation:
Getting the surface properly prepared makes all the difference. Professional contractors know the value of preparation and will do it right. Knowing Paints and How to Apply Them: The choices today are more complicated than just oil or latex, and professional contractors will know what works, how to use it, and will have the right tools for the job.

Always ask if the contractor is licensed and insured.
Quality contracting firms will be only too happy to provide you with copies of their certificates of insurance. They should provide bonding information (if the job is large enough to require such) and documentation of safety training and compliance programs.

Reputable contractors will encourage the use of a written contract. This contract should clearly explain the scope of the work to be performed. It should also cover such items as surfaces to be painted, methods and extent of surface preparation, time schedules for the project, and payment procedures. Knowing the total scope of the work enables you to carefully evaluate the different bids you may receive with the proper information and keep them on a level playing field. The contract serves to protect both you and the contractor.