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Frequently Asked QuestionsWho
does the painting/paperhanging? What
kind of paint do you use? Are
your painters fully insured? “I’ve
had bids before that are high, low and all over the place. Why?” What's
the difference between a good paint job and a bad one? What
size, type jobs do you specialize in? Does
someone have to remain home while the painting is being done? What
do I have to do in order to get ready for the painters? How
often should you have to paint the interior? What
kind of surface preparation is done? How
many painters will be in my home? What
if I don't like the color I picked? I
have oil-based paint on my trim now, can I switch
to an acrylic latex enamel? I
have some cracks that always reappear, is there anything we can do? We
have drywall damage... Do we need to have that repaired before the painters
come? Which
is better for repainting interior walls, latex or alkyd based paint? How
long should I wait before cleaning my windows after painting? What
can we do with leftover paint from prior years? Which
paint sheen should I use? When can the job begin?
“The
last painter we hired would work for a few days, then they would leave for a couple days. Always starting and
stopping.” Will you stay on the job once you begin?
Who does the painting/paperhanging?The Final Coat Inc.
uses the "Lead Painter" system. Each of our Lead Painters manages a set
crew of 1-2 painters. Although crewmembers change from time to time, the
continuity this system offers has many advantages. For example, they are
more productive and efficient as a team because they understand each other's
styles and skills. Who
will supervise the job?"
Do you have references?What kind of paint do you use?About 90% of the time
we use the highest quality paint. However, the brand of paint we use can
be influenced by other factors including customer preference, the nature
of the project, and other bid specifications. Are your painters fully insured?Can you help with other things besides painting, like wall and ceiling repairs, wallpaper, tiling or carpentry?“I’ve
had bids before that are high, low and all over the place. Why?”
The level of thoroughness,
attention to detail, and quality desired, usually determines the cost
of a job. For example, it costs more to properly prepare
a surface for painting than to give it the "quick once over."
We would be happy to review, in detail, our calculations for your project
so you can make a fair comparison with other bids. What's the difference between a good paint job and a bad one?Not
cutting corners. Preparation. Preparation. Preparation. And finally, budgeting
enough time to do the work properly. Yes, a one-year limited
warranty on most work. What size, type
jobs do you specialize in? Does someone have
to remain home while the painting is being done? No. This presents no
problem whatsoever for us. We normally arrive on the job before you need
to leave for work and special arrangements can always
be made to pick up a key ahead of time if needed. We have never
had a problem when it comes to the trustworthiness of our painters. Your
home will be respected the same as it would be if you were there. However
we also realize that many people are uncomfortable with leaving workmen
in their house unattended. We understand this hesitancy by some and are
not offended by that. What do I have to
do in order to get ready for the painters? How often should
you have to paint the interior? Many factors can contribute
to that. 1. The quality of the
paint used is of the utmost importance. 2.
The amount of traffic through a particular area. 3. Whether or not there
are smokers in the home. 4. Is there a fireplace
that is used on a regular basis during the winter
months, and does the damper work properly? 5.
How many children and their ages? There are too many
factors to take into consideration, and each home can be different. However
a good quality job done by a professional crew under normal conditions
should last anywhere from 6-10 years. Call us and we will be happy
to evaluate your particular situation and offer you a more precise answer. What kind of surface
preparation is done? Most surface preparation
will be done based on your individual expectations.
We can do as much or as little as you like. Preparation is a major part
of your painting investment and we want to deliver what you expect. Although,
there are some preparation steps that we will not skip. All exterior surfaces
will be washed and peeling areas will be scraped.
If you wish, we can sand peeling edges and caulk as needed. All interior surfaces
will have adjacent surfaces protected and necessary steps taken to ensure
adhesion. Further preparation will be based on your desires. How many painters
will be in my home? While every job is
different normally you can expect a crew of 2-3
painters. What
if I don't like the color I picked? We want you happy upon
the completion of your job. But regardless of the quality of work done, if at the completion
you are unhappy with the color you choose, you most likely will not use
our company again. Every painting contractor has had a job where the customer
liked the quality of work, the crew and everything about the company but
they were unhappy with the colors used and now their whole perspective
is clouded and they view the job as a bad experience. After
selecting a painting contractor, the selection of colors to be
used is the next most important decision that you need to make.
Take your time on color. Ask for color charts ahead of time and buy a
quart or so of paint to try it on a couple of different areas of your
home as well as in different types of lighting if you feel you need to.
The cost of a few samples of paint is much cheaper than repainting a room
or entire house if you end up unhappy with the color chosen. I have oil-based
paint on my trim now, can I switch to an acrylic
latex enamel? Yes. However there
are necessary steps that must be taken first in
order to assure success. Excellent preparation will
be needed to make this change. You may request an
estimate by clicking and completing our estimate request form or you can
call us at 330-786-0961. If you complete the estimate request form, someone
will call you to arrange a convenient time to meet. Normally, estimates
are scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. There
are limited night and weekend appointments available. Upon special request
we may arrange to meet early in the morning. My
friend has this color in their house that I like, can I use it in my house,
and will it look the same? We can get the same
color, but keep in mind that every house is different and the color may
not look the same or have the same effect in your home as it does in theirs.
Find out from your friend what the color is and get a sample. Paint an
area approx. 6' x 6' in a few different sections and check how it will
look in your home. Lighting, carpet, furniture and other factors may give
it a different look in your home. I have some cracks
that always reappear is there anything we can do? Cracks can
always be repaired and regardless of the preparation done some
may reappear. Paint and patching compounds cannot hold two surfaces together.
We will do our best to give you a longer lasting repair. We have drywall
damage... Do we need to have that repaired before the painters come?
Our painters are experienced
in drywall repair and replacement. Virtually any repairs that need to
be made can be done as part of the preparation
work we do prior to painting. Which is better
for repainting interior walls, latex or alkyd based paint? For most applications,
a latex paint will offer many advantages over alkyd paint. In most available
products you will receive better color retention
and the finish will be non-yellowing. Additionally, the latex products
will have a lower odor and dry faster. Alkyd will provide
a smoother finish on trim but will yellow and smell for weeks. How long should
I wait before cleaning my windows after painting? We always recommend
waiting 30-days before allowing any cleaning agents to come
in contact with the new paint.
Paint dries in a matter of a few hours but all paint goes through
a curing process, which takes longer. What happens if
I contract with someone who is not properly insured and one of their
workers later claims to have gotten hurt while working on my home? You as the homeowner
can be held personally responsible for injuries
sustained by an uninsured worker while they are on your property. You
can be in a very awkward position with your own insurance company as
a result of this type of accident. Most people do not realize this,
but it can be verified by a phone call to your
attorney or insurance agent. Always ask for verification of insurance
if you have any doubt. And remember a contractor’s
general liability insurance is not the same as workers compensation! What can we do with
leftover paint from prior years? You can save leftover
paint for touch up if needed. You may never use it but you can never tell
when a surface will get damaged or you need to
make a repair at a water leak. Paint will stay fresh in a well-sealed
can for many years. It can also serve as your record for which colors
and product were previously used. When you decide to
have us do your painting project, we will deliver a color charts to you.
This will contain a variety of colors that you can choose from.
We will give you ample time to make your color selection. We will pick
up the color charts when the project begins. Which paint sheen
should I use? Paint sheens will have
an aesthetic purpose and a practical purpose. Choose a sheen that you
like but keep in mind that higher interior sheens are more washable and
resist marking better. Generally, we use flats
for ceilings; eggshell or satin for walls; satin or semi-gloss for trim.
Most of our exterior projects are done with gloss or satin to ensure more durability. |
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