Services Offered by Professional Painters
Many professional painters offer interior painting, exterior painting, and extra services.
Interior Painting
Professional painting contractors will guide you through different types of interior paints availible, paint finishes, and maintenance requirements to help you determine which paint works best for your space. They'll prime and paint your windows, door frames, moldings, cabinets, and trim, depending on what your project calls for. Some painters will remove any existing wallpaper or textured finishings before painting for an extra charge.Exterior Painting
Professional painters will begin exterior work by repairing weathering or damage, removing old paint, sealing leaks with caulk, and cleaning walls. They will then paint fences, decks, siding, doors, trim, window frames, and other outdoor elements.Additional Services
Painting contractors may also offer the following extra services, depending on their training and skills:- Concrete staining
- Crown molding installation and repair
- Drywall and plaster repair
- Popcorn ceiling removal
- Pressure washing
- Wallpaper hanging or removal
How To Choose a Painter in Nashville
When looking to hire a residential painting company, consider these key factors.
- Cost: Request quotes from at least three companies. Use caution if one installer's rates are significantly lower than others.
- Guarantees: Ensure that you get all guarantees in writing, and that you understand what’s covered and for how long.
- Paint types: Your painting pro can guide you through the different paint selections and their advantages and disadvantages to help you choose the best one for your needs. Certain paint types, for instance, resist weather damage more effectively or are better for the environment.
- Qualifications: For most residential painting jobs, you'll want to hire a painter that has a Home Improvement License from the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. A painter with this license can work on jobs valued between $3,000 and $25,000. Individuals or companies must be bonded and insured to apply, but it's important that you verify this information with any contractor working on your home. This is particularly important if they'll be working with power equipment or on ladders. If your home was built prior to 1978, and you're worried about the possible presence of lead, you might look for a contractor who is licensed by the EPA to work with lead-based paint.
- Reputation and reviews: Ask for references from family, friends, and neighbors, and review the Better Business Bureau (BBB) pages of companies you’re considering. You can also find reviews on sites such as Trustpilot and Google Reviews.
How Much Does Painting Cost in Nashville?
Home painting rates differ depending on the square footage, the paint you choose, and seasonal demand changes, with summer's busy months being the most expensive. In Nashville, painting projects for both interiors and exteriors typically cost $0.93 to $3.74 per square foot. Most homes have more interior square footage, which leads to higher paint costs inside versus outside. To paint a 2,000-square-foot house’s exterior runs approximately $4,673, while the interior will cost about $1,869 to $7,477. Alternatively, painters in Nashville may charge between $20.80 and $34.67 per hour. Hourly rates may save you money, especially if you're bundling services. For example, if you get both your home’s exterior and interior painted at once, you’ll pay less overall than you would if you’d scheduled them separately.
