Common Questions About Residential Painting

Are you considering repainting your home? Painting the entire house can be a huge undertaking and many homeowners don’t know where to begin. Whether you are a new or seasoned homeowner, hiring a painter can be overwhelming. There are many questions to ask a painting company before you hire them to paint your home, but here are some common questions and answers.

What color should I paint?

Choosing a paint color for your home can be stressful, it is a big commitment. A good painter can help you choose colors that fit your style without being too overwhelming. If you are having the whole house painted a painter can also help you determine which colors coordinate well with each other so your house flows nicely.

What are the options for paint sheens?

There are several different sheens for interior paint, each with their own pros and cons. Paints like stain or eggshell are good for hallways and other areas minor scuffs may occur, while flat paint is best for ceilings where it won’t be stained. A good painter can help you determine what your needs are room to room and decide which sheens to use based on that.

How quickly will the job be done?

The amount of time a painting job takes will depend greatly on the square footage of your home, but you can expect your painter(s) to move quickly and be done in a matter of days without sacrificing quality.

Will my property be protected from paint drips?

A reputable painting company will use drop cloths to protect your belongings while they paint. When looking for a painter be sure to ask them how they plan to protect your belongings.

Are painters insured?

Anytime someone comes into your home to do work you may be concerned about injury and how that will impact you and your insurance. Reputable, licensed painters should have their own liability insurance so you are not responsible in the event of an accident. Before hiring a painter make sure to verify they are insured.

Having your home painted doesn’t have to be a long and stressful process. At Winterton Painting, we pride ourselves on our quality work and excellent customer service. If you are in need of residential painting in Allentown, PA call us at Winterton, we’d love to help you make your house a home.