House painting is a simple task compared to other home improvement jobs like roof or gutter installation, which is why many homeowners choose to do it themselves. However, leaving house painting to professionals has certain benefits. In today’s post, home improvement contractor Four Star Roofing shares the reasons why it’s worth considering hiring a pro to paint your house.
1. Your House Will Be Painted Properly — To get the best house painting results, you have to follow the correct procedure, which includes a great deal of preparation before a single can of paint is opened. This means work areas will be appropriately covered and protected, while surfaces to be painted will first be sanded, cleaned and primed. You also need to ensure the paint you choose is appropriate for the surface being painted. A professional will make sure everything is planned properly.
2. You Don’t Have to Risk Your Safety — Tasks like house painting and cleaning upper-story windows involve the risk of injury. House painting professionals know what safety procedures to follow to minimize risk. We invest in safety equipment such as harnesses, anchored ladders and protective gear to minimize the risk of falling. We also conduct safety training periodically to ensure awareness among our installers and house painters. Our insurance coverage includes workers’ compensation, in case of worksite injury. The bottom line is, you won’t have to risk your safety when you leave house painting to the pros.
3. You Have a Quality Guarantee — Mistakes can happen, even with something as simple as a house painting job. One disadvantage of taking the DIY route is that the cost to correct mistakes, whether it’s a simple retouch or a major do-over, will have to come from your own pocket. Professional painters can guarantee good results upon completion. There will also be some form of quality guarantee, which means mistakes will be corrected at no additional cost.
4. You’ll Have More Time to Do Things — If you can’t get house painting done because you simply lack the time, then have the pros do it for you. A typical house painting job can take longer than an entire weekend to finish on your own. Leaving it to professionals can free up valuable time you can spend with your family.
Looking for a painting contractor? How about a GAF Master Elite® contractor for your roofing needs? Call Four Star Roofing at (281) 359-7663 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
