|
The purpose of this section of our website is
to answer some of the more common questions our customers tend to
have. If you have an important question you think should be here,
but isn't, or would be of value to our visitors, please contact
us .
How soon can I get you to start my
job?
I am getting a few bids
before starting work on my home. Why is there so much variation in
pricing?
Do I have to be at home while the painting is
being done?
Can you repair holes in drywall or plaster and
fix water stains?
With water comes mold. What do you do about
mold?
What do I have to do in order to get ready for
the painters?
How do I know if I have latex or oil based paint
on my home?
I want to paint my varnished wood trim white,
will I need primer?
How is my furniture protected during
painting?
What kind of surface preparation is
done?
Can I paint the vinyl siding on my
house?
What kind of paint is
used?
What if I don't like the color I picked?
My friend has this color in their house that I
like. Can I use it in my house, and will it look the
same?
I have some cracks that always reappear, is there
anything we can do?
Do you remove
wallpaper?
How do I get an
estimate?
Is there a real difference between flat, high
gloss, satin and eggshell finish?
Which is better for repainting interior walls,
latex or alkyd based paint?
I see paint advertised all the time, which one
should I use?
What forms of payment do you accept?
Why is painting so
expensive?
What is your usual procedure to getting my place
painted?
If I decide to choose your company,
what do I do next?
How soon
can I get you to start my job ? You will be notified how long our backlog of work is
and we will keep you up to date on any scheduling issues by email or
by phone.
BackToTop
I am
getting a few bids before starting work on my home. Why is there so
much variation in pricing ? Attention to detail during preparation is one reason.
All of the steps from the prep process are covered up once your home
is painted, and this is where many people take shortcuts in order to
complete the work in less time, charging a lower price. The
preparation makes or breaks the whole job. This is why it's critical
that you receive a well written, detailed explanation of what each
paint contractor proposes to do.
BackToTop
Do I have to be at home
while the painting is being done? No, you don't, but we prefer to have someone
present. We normally arrive on the job before you need to leave for
work and special arrangements can always be made to pick up a key
ahead of time if needed. However, we realize that many people are
uncomfortable with leaving workmen in their residence unattended, so
even though we have never had a problem when it comes to the
trustworthiness of our painters, we prefer to have someone at the
job site.
BackToTop
Can you repair holes in drywall or plaster and fix water
stains ? Positively! We can
replace and repair any drywall areas that may require attention.
However, if water damage is involved we recommend that the source of
the problem be resolved prior to replacing or repairing any of the
damaged areas. We can also patch plaster walls and even match many
classic textures done in plaster for an absolutely seamless
repair.
BackToTop
With
water comes mold. What do you do about mold ?
For exteriors, we will pressure wash with
solutions that will kill the mold that is present, and remove with
scrubbing as necessary. Mold inside the home can be a sign of a
larger moisture problem and efforts should be made to find the
source of the problem to correct it. Fans in laundry and bath areas
help reduce the possibility of mold. We will properly clean, prime,
and paint the affected area with a mildew-ide paint. Paints with
mildew-ides are not a guarantee that mold won't reappear, but they
do offer some help in prevention.
BackToTop
What do I have to do in
order to get ready for the painters? When we come in
to paint your home, we are expecting to handle the surface
preparation and painting only, unless you request a setup
service.
Setup service would consist of placing all furniture
in the middle of the area to be painted, removing all pictures,
window treatments, switch plates and receptacle covers. All
furniture and belongings are carefully covered and all floors are
protected with canvas drop clothes during painting. The only items
we ask the customer to move are the small, fragile items such as
picture frames and glass decorations.*
Upon completion of the painting we will place all furniture back in
the location it was removed from and re-hang pictures and window
treatments. If the painted surfaces are not ready for the pictures
and window treatments to be reinstalled, then we can return the next
day and do that.
If you would like to set the areas up for
painting yourself, you do not need to cover all of the furniture and
belongings. We will provide all coverings and drop
clothes.
If you would like us to set the areas up for
painting, we will do the setup with an additional fee (usually
approximately 15% of the total cost of the job).
BackToTop
How do I
know if I have latex or oil based paint on my home ?
The easiest way is with a test packet
available at the paint store which you rub on the surface. If its
latex the color will come off on the swab, if its oil based the
color will not come off and the test area will regain its gloss. You
can also use fingernail polish remover to perform the same test with
a cloth or a paper towel.
BackToTop
I want
to paint my varnished wood trim white, will I need primer
? Wood trim is typically
varnished or has some form polyurethane applied as a finish. You
will need to lightly sand any glossy areas and prime with one coat
of a good quality alkyd primer to seal and allow excellent bonding
for the topcoats. Once the priming is done you are free to apply a
latex finish to the trim such as Semi-Gloss.
BackToTop
How is my furniture protected during
painting? After
moving the furniture into the middle of the room it will be covered
in plastic. All floors will be protected with canvas drop clothes.
We use clear plastic on the furniture so that you can always see
what is under the covering. Many times if the furniture is covered
with canvas you do not know what is under it and damage is much more
likely to occur from the canvas when it is removed, not to mention
the fact that nobody wants canvas with old paint all over it on top
of their belongings.
BackToTop
What kind of
surface preparation is done? All holes are filled and
sanded. All cracks are properly scraped out, filled and sanded.
Caulking is inspected around all windows and frames, doors and door
frames and re-caulked as needed. Crown molding, chair rail etc. are
all caulked and properly prepared. All nail pops are repaired and
sanded. Any water stains, crayon marks etc. are sealed before
painting and grease and heavy dirt accumulations are cleaned. Any
mildew that is present will be removed prior to
painting.
BackToTop
Can I
paint the vinyl siding on my house ? Yes you can paint vinyl siding and its one of the
easiest exteriors to paint. The siding requires little prep work
other than a good cleaning with TSP. We suggest 2 coats of
Low-Lustre applied by brush and small roller. You will find the
paint will go a long way as the vinyl will not absorb the paint like
a wood surface would. Lighter colors are best to avoid drawing the
sun and causing the siding to shift too much.
BackToTop
What kind of paint is
used? We only use paints and primers from what we
consider to be top of the line companies. As to the type of paint, oil based or latex,
we would have to evaluate your home and see what your particular
needs are. And we are certainly willing to meet your
wishes.
BackToTop
What if I don't
like the color I picked? We want you to be happy upon
the completion of your job. After selecting a painting contractor,
the selection of colors to be used are the next most important
decision that you need to make.
Take your time on color
selection and only use a company that is willing to assist you in
making those decisions. Ask for color charts ahead of time and maybe
buy a quart or so of paint to try it on a couple of different areas
of your home as well as in different types of lighting if you feel
you need to. The cost of a few samples of paint is much cheaper than
repainting a room or entire house if you end up unhappy with the
color chosen.
BackToTop
My friend has this
color in their house that I like. Can I use it in my house, and will
it look the same?
We can get the same color, but
keep in mind that every house is different and the color may not
look the same or have the same effect in your home as it does in
theirs. Find out from your friend what the color is and get a
sample. Lighting, carpet, furniture and other factors may give it a
different look in your home.
BackToTop
I have some cracks
that always reappear, is there anything we can do?
Cracks can always be repaired and regardless of the
preparation done some may reappear. However your best chance at
successfully repairing those cracks is to dig out the crack, fill
it, tape it with a fiberglass mesh tape and sand it smooth. Then
prime over your patched area before repainting.
BackToTop
Do you remove
wallpaper? Yes. We will remove wallpaper and this
service is charged on a per-hour basis.
BackToTop
How do I get an estimate? You may
contact us
and we will set up a time at your convenience to go over the work
that you would like to get done, and also inspect the location for
size and condition to give you the most competitive
estimate.
BackToTop
Is there a real difference between flat,
high gloss, satin and eggshell finish? Yes. The difference can be a big one depending on the surface
and area that you are preparing to paint. We always bring different
finishes that you can choose and we also advise you on which type of
finishes you need for different rooms.
BackToTop
Which
is better for repainting interior walls, latex or alkyd based paint?
For most applications on interior
walls, a latex paint will offer many advantages over alkyd paint. In
most available products you will receive better color retention and
the finish will be non-yellowing. Additionally, the latex products
will have a lower odor, dry faster, and you will be able to clean up
with soap and water.
BackToTop
I see paint advertised all the time, which one should I use?
When it comes to paint, it is true
that "You only get what you pay for." Discuss what you want the
paint to do with your professional installer or your paint store to
determine the best product for your needs. Remember that the paint
is only a small part of the job. It is always the best decision to
use the best products.
BackToTop
What
forms of payment do you accept?
We accept payment by cash or check.
BackToTop
Why is painting so expensive?
Painting, like everything else, is
expensive. In the last 10 years, what we have to pay out in labor
has doubled. The cost of paint has increased about $10.00 per
gallon. Insurance for a business has increased. So you are
absolutely right, it is expensive. But not when you compare it to
carpeting, fabric, wallpaper etc. which costs about $25.00 to $50.00
per square foot. At about $1.00 to $2.00 per square foot, painting
maybe the cheapest way to improve the look of your home and gives
you the highest return of investment.
BackToTop
What is your usual procedure to getting my place
painted?
Request A Free Quote.
We will contact
you to arrange a convenient time to meet.
PrecisionPainting will come to your location to discuss
what you would like to accomplish with your property.
We will
evaluate the possibilities and make our recommendations and
outline the cost in a written proposal.
When you decide to
have PrecisionPainting complete the work, we can discuss
a "start work" date and the written contract is signed.
On the start day:
The preparation begins! Moving and protecting your belongings* and
hardware will be followed by repairing any surfaces as required and
outlined in your written agreement.
The surface is
refinished as requested.
Your belongings
are returned to their original position as outlined in your written
agreement and all trash is removed from your property.
A final
"walk-through" with the Job Foreman ensures you are completely
satisfied with the results, at which time your balance for the work
is due.
BackToTop
If I
decide to choose your company, what do I do
next?
Contact
us and we will
send you a contract and schedule your work.
BackToTop
Below, you can find the
top 10 renovation projects and their average potential return on
investment:
|
|
painting,
interior
|
73%
|
|
kitchen
|
72%
|
|
bathroom
|
68%
|
|
painting, exterior
|
65%
|
|
flooring upgrades
|
62%
|
|
new windows and or doors
|
57%
|
|
main floor family room addition
|
51%
|
|
fireplace addition
|
50%
|
|
finished basement
|
49%
|
|
furnace and or heating system
|
48%
| | 
