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Is the cost of house painting worth it? It is, if it's done right.
A professional house painter has the tools and experience to do it right. Remember, the overall paint job cost is about more than the cost of the paint.
All materials must be purchased prior to starting
- Sandpaper and sanding discs
- Patching compounds.
- Caulking
- Tape, paper, plastic, etc.
- Primer
- Paint
This is a starting list. Additional tools are needed to apply the paint and these can be expensive, adding to the cost of house painting. Quality tools and materials can amount to 1/3 or more of the contract amount.
These costs put a great burden on the painter and his/her ability to make a living.
What about Insurance?
You guessed it; you're paying for that too. And of course there are other business expenses.
- Workmen's comp (If app.)
- Taxes, income and social security
- Gas, oil changes, ware and tare on vehicles and equipment
- Health insurance (If app.)
You are purchasing more than just a service
The cost of house painting is always expenses and profit. Expenses are the materials and labor. With profit being a small portion of the actual contract amount. Keep in mind you are also paying for experience, quality and a guarantee.
What about experience?
This is truly hard to put a price on. The more experience a painter has the more detailed the job will be. And the real value is in the details. Plus this experience is needed in order to choose the best or most appropriate materials and correct preparation and finishing techniques for your project.
If you plan on hiring a painting contractor, there is more than the price to think about.
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