The time has come to paint the interior or exterior of your home, and with all the concerns one has today in regards to safety - in all its forms - environment, and price, you must be very careful when choosing who will do the job, because home painting is something that must be done right from the beginning.
The company you select must have a solid record of quality work completed in a timely manner, at an affordable price, and with the understanding of what is best for its clients and the environment.
Here are 7 valuable tips you can put into practice to ensure you hire the right painting contractor to do the work:
Ask for several quotes
Never marry the first one! Get various quotes from different painting services before choosing one. Ensure the quotes mention, in detail, the services that will be provided, the materials that will be used, the total price, and an estimated completion date. Make sure you also know and understand the payment options they offer and what constitutes final acceptance of the work.
Request a warranty
The best painting services will include a warranty to deal with touchups and other eventualities, in case it is necessary. You should pay for the totality of the work only after a thorough walk of your home is completed and once you have accepted the work as in line with what you expected. Do not forget to ask for each painter’s contact information in case you have follow-up questions that need a prompt answer.
Conduct interviews
Asking for quotes is very important, but interviewing a representative from each candidate you are considering is a must. This is the only way you will be able to feel and confirm that they have the right experience to handle the job. This is the time to ask for references and to follow-up on them in order to confirm that the company’s customer experience is sound and that past clients are happy with the service they received. You should also ask for pictures of the jobs they have done so that you can see how they work.
Observe and listen closely
Anyone can say anything, but in the end, you will confirm the true nature of a company by observing and listening closely to what its staff says, how they say it, and how they act. An experienced home painter is knowledgeable. He will tell you what has to be done with hazardous materials such as lead paint, and will know how to dispose of them in a safe way, as well as how to keep the family and the environment safe while the job is being done. Equally, the company must have all the supplies and tools needed to perform the house-painting job impeccably.
Pay attention to word of mouth
Word of mouth is the best way to get the best of almost everything, and the best San Francisco painting services is not the exception. People who are highly satisfied with a painter’s job are eager to refer him to others; they will keep his information in hand for future personal needs or to help friends who need a referral. In fact, some painting services remain with a family for life.
Feel how you like the company
There is a lot of information you can get from a person or company’s vibe. Identify if you feel comfortable with the painters, if the company resonates with you, and if its principles and commitments are sound. You will have to talk a lot to the painters working in your house; thus, you want someone you can feel comfortable with and someone you know is open to listen to you.
Ensure the company is green
Being an environmentally responsible company takes time, dedication and the participation of employees and customers alike, and in today's world, it is a concept that is far too important to overlook. This industry is known for using products that are highly harmful for the environment; thus, the San Francisco painting services you hire must recognize the responsibility and need to improve its offer by providing eco-friendly solutions.
MB Jessee is a San Francisco painting company that has been serving the Bay area since 1995.
During this time, we have earned jobs in cherished old Victorian homes as well as modern ones, and in every case, we have worked closely with homeowners or experienced designers and contractors to ensure the best outcome.
Our services include:
- Interior painting
- Complete exteriors
- Custom color experts
- Unique wood stains
- Decorative finishes
- Residential and commercial painting
Feel free to contact us with any questions, comments or to request your free consultation. We also serve the following areas: Contra Costa, Oakland Hills, Berkeley, Alamo, Piedmont, Danville, Hillsborough, Marin, Pacific Heights and Presidio Heights.
