What to Expect During a Paint Estimate for Your Coquitlam Home

It is always recommended to get an estimate from a professional painter before embarking on your painting project. In this blog article we are going to explain the advantages of the estimate process, and what you can expect in Coquitlam.

The advantage to you as the homeowner is you get to meet one or more of the team. Painting projects can take several days, so it is nice to see who you will be working with. The painter will have a number of questions for you and will take a careful look at your house. This is also your opportunity to ask him or her questions about the project.

Below are some of the things that the painter will be assessing:

Condition (repair)

Whether the paint project is interior or exterior, the painter will be looking to see if anything needs repair before painting, and if those repairs would fall within the scope of the painter or if you need another professional to repair something before they start. The quality of the finished product of the paint project always is a function of the quality of the surface being painted.

Cleaning

Some surfaces may need cleaning, and these tasks may take more or less time. So the painter is factoring in how long it will take for everything to be prepped for painting. Hint: it usually takes more time for exterior surfaces to be prepped than interior. 

Time Frame

The painter will also be considering time frame and possible weather if this an outdoor project. Exteriors can be painted all year round in Coquitlam, but the weather has to be good enough for surfaces to be cleaned, dried, painted, and then drying.

Colour

Your professional painter will discuss colour with you for a few reasons. For one, darker colours typically need more coats. If you are putting light colours over dark colours, that may require extra coats. Perhaps you want the opinion of the painter on a colour scheme. Here is your chance! So, expect some colour discussions. Also, if you are in Coquitlam, your painter will need to know if you are part of an HOA that governs colour choices that he or she will have to abide with. The same might apply to a Heritage Home that has colour restrictions.

These are some of what you will discuss with your painter, and it will be an interesting exchange. Ask any questions that you may have on your mind, so that everyone is on the same page.

If you need professional painter for your painting projects, this is our business, and we can be reached in Coquitlam at (604) 910-4828.

Level 5 Painting are experienced and dependable interior and exterior, residential and commercial painters based in Surrey, British Columbia. The Level 5 Painting crew performs at the highest industry standards to exceed your expectations and deliver painting projects with phenomenal results. 

If you have any questions about this article or would like to talk to us about your next painting project, then please call us at (604) 910-4828.