Usually, the paintwork on the outside of your house should be redone every 10 years. This is because it ends up getting damaged and discoloured from being exposed to too much humidity and sunlight. Additionally, regularly redoing the paintwork on the inside of your house is one of the best ways to keep it looking modern and aesthetic.
If you don’t have the time to spend painting your house, we recommend that you hire a professional painter to do the work for you.
In order to choose the best painting service for you, our expert house painters will explain the different factors that determine the cost of hiring a professional.
Plan your painting project before contacting a professional
Painting the interior or exterior of your house is a great idea, but first you need to plan what you want the end result to look like. Planning out your renovation project is the key to success! You’ll need to consider the following things before contacting professionals:
– The types of room you wish to paint ;
– The number of rooms ;
– The size of each room ;
– The colours you want to use ;
– The total budget.
Once you have all this information, you can start getting quotes from various house painters, so you’ve got a few different offers to compare. It’s important to find the painter that offers the best value for money. Whilst looking on their websites, it’s also always good to check out their blog pages and find reviews from their previous customers.
What is the hourly rate of a house painter?
The cost of hiring a painter mainly depends on their experience, as well as the size of your room etc. mentioned above. However, other factors can also affect the price, such as the time the work will take, the type of paint used, the preparation of the surfaces and the service, etc.
You should be aware that some professionals charge by the hour, others offer fixed rates, and some even determine their rate according to the size of the rooms.
Generally, in Quebec the hourly rate of a house painter is $30-$80/hour. These figures can vary depending on the service provider. That’s why we recommend that you contact several painters beforehand to get a few quotes to choose from.
What factors influence the cost of hiring a painter?
As mentioned above, there are several factors that can influence the cost of a house painting service. To avoid being shocked by unwelcome additional fees, it is important to know what these factors could be.
1. Experience and reputation
The quality of work produced is often related to the painter’s experience. A very experienced painter will usually be more efficient than a beginner and the finished product is likely going to be more polished. Regarding popularity, a painter with a good reputation will understandably increase the price of their services.
2. Time frame for the work to be completed
In the house painting industry, spring is a highly anticipated season. If you want to have the interior or exterior of your house painted, it’s not a bad idea to hire someone just before this busy period, in January, February, or March. You’ll have a better chance of getting lower rates for good quality work.
3. Requested deadline
The painter that you choose will paint your house within your agreed time frame but if you want the work to be finished sooner, they could charge you slightly more.
4. Surface prep
The preparation of the surfaces for painting can take a fair amount of time. If your walls need to be plastered or sanded down before being painted, this will be included in the quote.
5. Choice of paint
Most painters provide their clients with their desired paint. However, they can also let their customers purchase their paint themselves if they prefer. If this is the case, make sure you ask your painter for advice before buying the very first paint that catches your eye.
6. Complexity of the work
Depending on the complexity of the job, the professional painter may ask for additional fees. For example, working at heights requires more equipment than a standard renovation and it takes longer to set up everything.
7. Travel costs
Many house painters cover a large area of Quebec in order to offer their services to as many people as possible. If the painter has to travel several kilometres, the cost of hiring them may be higher. To avoid any unpleasant surprises, ask your painter to specify their travel costs in your quote.
To find out how much your painting project will cost, contact Peintres Premium
As we’ve discussed, the cost of hiring a professional painter varies, whether it’s based on their hourly rate or the ins and outs of your project.
To find out how much your painting project should cost, contact a top-rated house painter now! To be sure that they’ll produce good quality work, it’s advisable to contact former clients and verify that they are recognized by the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec (RBQ). Painters often promote their RBQ number on their websites. Our RBQ number at Peintres Premium is #RBQ: 5790-9178-01.
