The short answer is: Definitely!

Many homeowners plan on performing home renovation work – such as painting – themselves. But, there are some tasks for which you will need professional help. Painting the exteriors of your house should be one of them. Read on to learn why professional painters are worthy of the cost.

You might think that it is super easy to apply paint all over the walls – how hard can it be? But there is more to it than meets the eye.  That is why you should seriously consider hiring a professional painter who is not only an expert but can also deliver quality results in a much shorter timeframe than you could by yourself.

So, to paint the picture – no pun intended -, here are some of the reasons why you should hire a professional painter rather than doing the job by yourself.

1) They Provide Painting-Related Services

To assure a smooth and beautiful finish the surfaces to be painted must be void of all damages such as nicks, dings, holes, dry-rot, etc. A professional painter will have the experience and know-how to make all necessary repairs before applying paint. What this means is that you can save a lot of time and added expenses since you would not need to find and hire different contractors to make the necessary repairs.

Some painting contractors will also include deck and fence staining, cabinet and door painting, drywall repair, wood siding, and stucco repair in their service offerings.

It is worthy to note, however, that not all painting contractors offer all types of services because it may require that they carry a host of different licenses, depending on their State’s requirements. So be sure to ask while interviewing painters. It is also worthy to note that only very experienced painters can spot potential problem areas such as dry-rot, thus saving you big problems down the road.

2) Superior Results Without Compromise

Of course, you could hire your kid to do the job, but it all comes down to quality. Chances are, the painting done by you (or some other local individual) will have several flaws such as uneven coating, improper line drawing along the edges, and such. Whereas, the work performed by a professional painter will be flawless and last for many years to come. In addition, a professional will know that kind of paint to apply where for the best results.

3) Time and Money Savings

A professional painting company will have a crew of experienced painters that will work cohesively to get the job done quickly and painlessly. You might be able to paint a room in one day but the exterior walls of your home may take you a week or more to complete. Unless of course painting is what you love to do, sacrificing a week of your precious time might be tough. Furthermore, they will already have all the equipment and tools necessary to perform their work. So, there is no need for you to purchase ladders, brushes, sprays, tarps, etc. in addition to the paint that later will need to be stored somewhere.

4) Painters Know the Recent Color Trends

One of the hardest things for most homeowners is to pick the paint color. Professional painters always keep themselves updated with the latest paint color trends. They also know how different lighting can affect the look of the paint and make it appear darker than the sample might indicate.  Many professional painting companies will offer paint color consultation as part of their service portfolio and give you amazing suggestions that will enhance the space.

Moreover, they have worked in the industry for several years. Hence, they understand what kind of painting and colors will be suitable for the interior and exterior settings. In addition, they are aware of how residential and commercial painting differs from each other. This is why hiring professional painters is more advisable.

5) Professional Painters Have the Proper Legal Credentials

First of all, professional painters are licensed, insured, and bonded. Also, depending on State requirements, they will have undergone proper training and take the relevant courses before being certified to work by the authority. Be sure to ask to see their credentials as well as a list of references you can check on.

No doubt, price is important, but so is time and the quality of the end result

As you can see, the answer to the question of Are Professional Painters Worthy of Their Cost is easily answered with a firm YES. But you should always get several quotes, read online reviews, call a few previous customers. and look into their credentials before you hire.