Hiring a Painter

Paint peeling or need to paint the walls of a new or renovated house? Forget the mess, stress and expense of doing it yourself! A painting contractor can work to your budget and provide a pristine finish. But what do you need to know about hiring a painting contractor? Here we answer all your questions.

What Painting Contractor do I Need?

Most painting contractors will be able to do most painting jobs, including:

• Interior painting: preparing and painting walls, including feature walls.
• Exterior painting: enhancing the outdoor space and protecting it from the elements with hardy paint.
• Fences: this is done quickly and effectively with a spray gun.
• Roofs: paint is often applied with a spray gun.
• But their services don’t stop there. Many contractors also specialise in a range of areas including colour consulting, commercial painting and special finishes such as antique or restoration painting.

How Much do Painting Contractors Charge?

Painting costs depend on where you live, the job you need done and the type of paint required. It’s likely to cost anywhere from $35 an hour to have a painter work on your property. A bigger team will mean higher costs, as will trickier properties and larger spaces. Finding a Painting Contractor

No doubt there are many painters in your area. This is great news, but it can make it tricky to choose a contractor.

hipages makes finding a painting contractor easy and stress-free. You can search for painters in our local directory and save your favourite contractors to a shortlist.

The best way to estimate the cost of your painting project is with our free Get Quotes services. Simply fill in the short form and painters will get back to you with their quotes.

Comparing Quotes from Painting Contractors

When reviewing quotes from painters, ensure each estimate specifies the materials they’ll use, how long it will take to complete the job, and how much it’s going to cost.

The quote should contain the cost of labour, paint and materials, so you understand the total costs.

Also ask how many coats of paint are included in the quote. If you need wallpaper removed, make sure you mention this in the brief.