subject: How To Hire The Best House Painters In Concord [print this page] How to Find a Professional Painter in the Concord Area
So you have decided it is time to bring in a professional to paint your home. Whether you are inquiring about interior, exterior or both there are many things to consider when making this important decision.
Steps to finding a Professional Painter:
*How long have they been in business
* Check to make sure that they have a contractor's license.
*Get two or more references.
*Get at least one other bid for the job to make sure your bid is
fair and equitable.
*Ask if they have a portfolio of pictures of completed jobs.
Think about the last time you purchased a car. Chances are you didn't go to the yellow pages, choose a dealership at random, and buy your car from the first lot you visited. Many times, though, this scenario describes the way homeowners find a painter -- they look in the phone book and call the painter with the largest ad or the first one listed. But much like purchasing a car, finding a qualified painter requires research and comparison shopping
The best place to start asking about painters is your family and friends. Other good sources of referrals include contractors, real estate agents and your local paint supply store. Your city may even be able to provide a list of recommended painters who are familiar with the codes in your area. When asking for referrals, be sure to check the type of job the painter was called in to accomplish. Also, determine if the painter specializes in residential or commercial work.
Closing Tips
For large jobs ask a number of painters and discard the cheapest and most expensive
option. The cheapest bid usually has been underestimated and expensive does not always guarantee the best work.
When relying on references from friends and family they are often reluctant to give a bad reference for someone they know. So make sure that you ask a bunch of questions and encourage them to have a conversation about the painting experience
Contact your local Better Business Bureau to ascertain if any complaints have been filed against your potential candidate
