The Painters You Need-- All In One Place

The Painters' Co-Op has simplified the process of finding a painter for home or business use. You can easily review the profiles of painters in your area, comparing them both by detailed individual profiles and with easy-to-read check-box lists. Once you've found companies suitable for your job, just check them on a list, and you can fill out just ONE form to recieve a quote from several firms. This saves you time and reduces error, wether you're a homeowner looking for a fair price to touch up a wall, a contractor seeking the first coat of paint on a new subdivision, or a business which needs their walls done in the company colors.

What Painters Charge (or how to not be whitewashed)

Your paint job will probably be billed in two parts: Labor and materials.

Labor costs are generally dependent on the amount of area to be painted, the amount of complex masking that has to be done, and the need for special tools or equipment. There are also often additional labor charges associated with the removal of old paint and power-cleaning the surface to ensure good adhesion.

Materials costs include not only the gallons of paint, but also single-use supplies like masking tape, roller brushes, and cleaning solvents. You may also be expected to pay rental fees for specialized equipment, like "cherry-picker" cranes to reach inaccessible locations. Many painters have arrangements with specific paint suppliers; because of their business volume, they may be able to offer you a better deal if you use their preferred brand. Don't hesitate to ask, but also remember you're not bound to their selection.

Are you concerned about an offer you recieved from a local painter? Get additional quotes. A quote significantly lower than the others may indicate a misunderstanding of the problem or cut corners on supplies. With the Painting Co-Op, you can be confident you're sending out the same specifications to each company, ensuring the most reliable estimates.

Even Newer Homes Need Quality Painting

Your house may look fairly new and clean, particularly if it's less than 20 years old. However, there are many important benefits to keeping it freshly painted.

• A solid coat of paint will seal tiny cracks, which allow expensively heated air to escape in the winter, and insects to intrude in the summer.
• New paint will give your home stand-out curb appeal, important in this tight real-estate market.
• The thorough cleaning and inspection associated with a new paint job can reveal cracks or insect and water damage you didn't realize you had-- letting you fix it before it's too late.