Painting Company Pitfalls: Should You Hire or DIY Your Kitchen Cabinets?
You go with the cheapest painting company
Sometimes the cheapest option is not always the best. Getting your home or business painted by a painting company can be an expensive project, but sometimes, pinching pennies means corners get cut. Often, when people choose the cheapest option, they are hiring an inexperienced painting company, or a painting company that will do a sub-par job in order to keep costs low. A lower price could mean cheaper materials are used which results in your needing to redo the project sooner than if you used higher quality materials that last. Request A Free Consultation
To avoid that, you want to make sure the painting company explains in detail what they are charging you for. A written estimate from a painting company is very important to shine light on what you are actually paying for. Sometimes, paying a little extra is the difference between a painting company doing a professional paint job that lasts and a never-ending headache.
You don’t get a written contract for the job from the painting company
Speaking of getting the project details in writing, it is very important to get a written contract from a painting company before the job starts. A written contract from a painting company should outline the expectations and specifics of the job. Getting the details of the job in writing from the painting company before starting, means everyone is on the same page and expectations are set. If something goes wrong or you feel that the job was not done the way you were promised by the painting company, the written contract will prevent you from having a “he said, she said” conversation which is very frustrating especially when you are paying a lot of money for the project.
The painting company is not insured and does not have a warranty
Not only do you want to have a clear idea of what work the painting company will be doing, you also want to make sure they are insured and have a warranty. Too often, you see people leaving reviews that say a painting company painted their home or business less than a year ago and the paint is already peeling, and the painting company refuses to fix it. A painting company’s warranty should guarantee the quality of the craftsmanship and explain what they will do to amend a project should it not live up to their expectations.
A painting company should also be fully insured
This means you are not responsible should an employee get injured when completing a project on your property. This insurance from the painting company should also cover any repairs, replacements, or damage done to your property. Mistakes can happen when painting a house, what distinguishes a good painting company from a bad one is how they fix the mistakes.
There is a lack of communication between you and the painting company
Customers expect good communication with a professional painting company. Nothing is more frustrating than prepping your home or business to be painted on a certain day and the paint crew not showing up or showing up unprepared. A reasonable expectation when working with a painting company is for the project manager to respond to your inquiry or problem within 24 hours and for the paint crew to complete the project in a reasonable time frame. Good communication is key to a good paint job from a painting company.
Not researching the painting company before hiring them
These days, it is easier than ever to research companies before hiring them. Google Reviews are a great place to start. The Better Business Bureau is also another great resource to see if a painting company is trust-worthy and professional. Actions speak louder than words. Taking 20 minutes to see what other people are saying about a painting company can save you hours of trouble later.
You hire an inexperienced painting company
Along the same lines as our previous point, hiring a new painting company comes with its own risks. The newer the painting company, the less of a reputation a painting company has. This means it is more difficult to discern whether the painting company is trustworthy and professional. This does not mean that you can’t hire a new painting company. Every painting company was brand new at some point, but it means you need to be extra diligent. It becomes even more important to get a written contract, verify they are insured, and make sure they have a warranty before hiring them. Request A Free Consultation.
You pay for the work before it is finished
If a painting company asks for full payment before the job is finished, this is a red flag. You should ensure the work is done and done correctly by the painting company before paying for the whole job. If a painting company tries to convince you otherwise, you may want to walk away. The last thing you want is for a painting company to take your money and not finish a job.
At TECC Painting, we strive to be the most professional and trust-worthy painters in the industry. We ensure our work is of the highest quality. We are fully insured and guarantee our quality of work. We finish our projects on time and ensure a thorough clean up afterward. Every project has a written contract, and the project managers are available to answer any and all of your questions. If something is not to your standards, we will work to fix the problem. We train our painters in house and expect all crew members to be respectful to you and your property. We have over 40 years of residential and commercial painting experience and are family owned.
