Hiring an Orlando painter based solely on his estimate is not usually a good idea. Spend some time talking about your project with each painter you consider hiring before you ask for an estimate. Choose a few painters to come to your home and look over the project. Start by asking each one some questions concerning their past experience and knowledge in the field. Ask if they have done any work with other established local contractors. This is usually a good indication that they provide quality work.
Request proof of current state license and insurance policies from each Orlando painter. An Orlando painter should carry liability insurance that protects the homeowner in the event of damage. You'll also need to check that they carry workers compensation if they have any employees. If an employee gets hurt while working on your property, you don't want to be held liable for any potential medical bills. Make certain the painter is also bonded. If he should leave you with some unfinished work you then have recourse for getting the job completed.
Ask for references from each Orlando painter and follow up on them, but don't rely on references alone. While references might be a good indicator of a reputable painter, the truth is if there are any unsatisfied customers out there, you probably won't be given their contact information. Check with the local Better Business Bureau to see if there are any complaints on file. Ask what they were and if they were resolved. Complaints can happen to the best of businesses but how they are handled is what's important.
Once you have a few painters in mind, it's time to get some estimates. If you don't plan ahead, this could be confusing since every Orlando painter has his own method of handling a job, from the paint he prefers to use to the final cleanup. There could be differences in the prep work such as on exterior work where one painter may scrape and sand and another may use a pressure washer. These differences can greatly impact the figures on the bids you receive. You should supply each Orlando painter with a list of what you would like included in their bid. This way when you look at the bids they should all be uniform in the scope and details of the project which will make them much easier to compare.
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