How to Estimate the Cost of a Paint Job

So, you are thinking about having your home’s exterior painted this year and you would like to include an estimate in your annual home budget. You don’t want to get too serious yet and call in professionals to give you an estimate, You simply want to come up with a ‘ball-park’ figure you can jot down and return to when you are closer to the time you want to get quotes.

• Start by acknowledging you will need to power wash the outside of the home as the essential first step and as part of the complete package for painting your home’s exterior. Power washing removes all the debris from the surface of your home and allows you to see where minor repairs may need to be made. When hiring a residential painting company, ensure that they offer power washing services.

• Consider the cost of supplies to paint your home’s exterior. Take the time to visit a store that sells paint and supplies to get input on the materials these experts suggest will be needed in order to complete the job. This is probably a worthwhile venture even if you intend to hire a residential paint company.

• The biggest cost for painting your home will be the labor involved. While many people tend to think house-painting requires little to no skill – quite the opposite is true. Exterior home painting requires finesse and patience. Professionals understand how to apply paint evenly and expertly. They know how to address small problems that may occur as the job gets underway. There are times of the day and year that are better for ensuring that the exterior paint job will have the greatest endurance. Professionals understand that painting is methodical, and they aim to ensure the last stroke is as well-placed as the first.

• Determine the square footage of your home by measuring the perimeter and height – and multiplying the numbers together. That is the maximum amount and does not include windows and doors. Multiply by the average cost of labor in your area.

A beautifully painted home or business is worth every penny! Contact the professionals at University Painters, Inc. for more information – we’ll be glad to provide a quote!