What a Professional Paint Quote Should Include

Many people do not have experience when it comes to dealing with painting companies. There are a lot of them out there, and each company has their own way of doing things. How do you know which painting company to go with? This decision can be difficult if you don’t know what to look for. Below we will discuss the things that a professional paint quote should include. These points will help you choose the company who can take care of your particular needs.  

What Every Paint Quote Should Include 

Price of the Paint Job

 

The most obvious piece of information a paint quote should include is the price. When considering the cost of a paint job, price can be the main decider for many people. It is important however to understand why some companies are more expensive. Do they include more in their services that may be worth the extra price? Sometimes price can be an indicator of quality, especially for services like painting. If someone was selling a diamond ring for $20, you’d be skeptical of the jewel’s authenticity. On the other hand there is a difference between a company who knows their worth and one who cheats its customers. Consider this mindset when comparing quotes between paint companies.

Insurance Information

Another essential addition to any professional paint quote is proof of insurance. Anytime you hire a contractor, there is some risk involved. These are strangers coming to your house to do things with your property. Sure they’re professionals, but they’re also human. If mistakes are made on your project that result in the damage or destruction of your things, you will be glad your contractor has insurance.

Contact Information

Every paint quote should include a number for you to contact with questions about your project. For most companies, this will be the number of the sales person who gave you the estimate. Again, this is a very obviously necessary piece of information, so if you get a quote without this, turn the other way.

What a Professional Paint Quote Should Include

Preparation and Process

Including a clear description of the painting process is something that shows professionalism in a contractor. Professional painting companies should explain to you how they plan on preparing your home for your project and the measures they will take to protect your home throughout it. As a customer, you want to know exactly what happens when the paint crew arrives. This addition to the quote allows you to set your expectations immediately and also creates a standard of quality that is understood by both parties.

List of Products

Every painting contractor has their own preference when it comes to paint products. An experienced company will have tested dozens of brands over the years. With that being said, they will still be using these products on your home. You have the right to do your own research before agreeing to anything. A professional paint quote should include a list to ensure you have no issues with a particular product. At Elite Pro Painting, we like to use Sherwin-Williams products, though we occasionally have customers who prefer other brands! We work with them just like any customer to meet their particular needs and expectations.

Past Customer Experiences

The best way to know if a company is trustworthy is by reading their reviews. A company’s reputation on Google can highly affect their business, good or bad. A professional contractor has nothing to hide, so they include real customer experiences on each paint quote. This is an excellent resource for someone considering a contractor. It provides the customer with an idea of what their experience could be like and if the contractor’s quality is consistent.

List of Quality Awards 

Any painting company you talk to will tell you they are the best around. Is that just their not-so-humble opinion, or can they back it up? A professional paint quote should include a list of quality awards. These are outside sources that credit a company for doing the things they say they will. The more quality awards you see, the more trust you can put in the contractor.

An Area Map of  Locations 

A professional painting company should include a map of past project locations in every quote. Why? Well, so you can see if they have done work near you already! If people in your neighborhood are using this painting company and liking them, you probably will too.

Community Impact  

Professionalism is more than standard procedure, it is above and beyond action. Does this company do anything other than paint houses and charge people? Any company, painting or otherwise that gives back to their community is worth looking into. This shows the company’s care for the people around them as well as motivations that run deeper than your wallet. Seeing any examples of this on your paint quote should be a huge green flag.

Review

Many of the things on this list are not essential for a painting quote, but all the information provided is valuable. Elite Pro Painting wants to be as transparent as possible when it comes to communication with our customers, and this is one tool we use to make sure that we are. Pick out the information that is important to you and your needs when going through any quote. If the company doesn’t provide the information you’re looking for, consider your other options! Always be sure you have a clear understanding of what you’re signing up for before proceeding.