What is Mamaroneck Painters?
Tell us about the job and we pass your painting request to an independent local contractor, who contacts you and quotes the job. The work is done by that contractor.
Does sending a request cost anything?
No. Sending a request is free and there is no obligation to hire anyone.
How much does it cost to paint a house?
This Old House lists exterior painting at about $2.20 to $4.40 per square foot of home, and a whole interior at about $1,800 to $10,000. These are national averages, and Westchester prices are often higher. A written estimate after a site visit is the only reliable number.
Do painters need a license in Westchester County?
Yes. Westchester County requires home improvement contractors, including painters, to be licensed by the Department of Consumer Protection. You can check a license online or call (914) 995-2155. Yonkers licenses its own contractors.
What is lead-safe painting?
It is a set of work practices that limit lead dust and chips when old paint is disturbed. Under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting rule, contractors paid to disturb paint in homes built before 1978 must be EPA Lead-Safe Certified and follow these practices.
When is exterior painting season here?
Usually late spring through early fall. Paint needs dry surfaces and temperatures above the manufacturer's minimum while it cures. Interior painting can be done year-round.
How many estimates should I get?
Two or three is a good number. Compare the scope, prep, repairs, paint, coats and payment terms, not only the total price.
What should be in a painting contract?
The contractor's name, address and license number, the surfaces and rooms included, prep and repair work, paint products and coats, start and finish dates, price and payment schedule. Get it in writing before work begins.
How much should I pay up front?
Keep the deposit modest and tie the remaining payments to progress, with the final payment after you have walked the finished job. Avoid paying the full amount before work starts.
Will the painter fix rotted wood?
Many painters handle small repairs like trim boards and sills, and some bring in a carpenter for larger work. Ask how repairs will be priced before signing.
Do I need a permit to paint my house?
Painting usually does not need a permit, but related work such as structural repairs may. Homes in historic districts may have extra rules about exterior changes. Check with your village or town, and your contractor should handle any permit the work requires.
What happens after I send a request?
We pass it to an independent local painting contractor who serves your town. That contractor contacts you directly to discuss the job and arrange an estimate.