FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
How to determine an average square ft price labor for interior painting. Determine the area of the room Length × width (excluding doors and trim) Walls average $1.25 per sq ft using the floor space square footage up to a 10 ft high wall Ceiling will average .50 per sq.ft Trim average is $1.00 per sq ft. Doors and closet doors$25.00 each. Includes both sides Example: 8×10 room 1 closet door and one entry door Total sq.ft 80 sq. Ft Walls would be $100.00 Ceiling would be $40.00 2 doors $25 ea = $50.00 Trim/baseboard 80 linear ft + door casings $80.00 Total project cost $270.00 labor One coat application only Most color changes require 2 coats How to determine the amount of paint to use? Most interior paint coverage is approximately 250 to 300 sq.ft of wall space per gallon Paint average is $30 per gallon For the 8 x 10 project 1 gallon for walls $30.00 1 gallon for ceiling (flat) $20.00 1 gallon for trim $30.00 Grand total for 8 x 10 room to paint ceiling trim window and door casings, 2 doors and walls 1 coat $350.00
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Lead abatement Ladder safety training Confined space entry Rrp Aerial lift operation Fall protection and safety Osha 10 Respirator protection and fit testing
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I worked for my father's painting company at an early age. It was my first trade, I admired the way he did his job and I liked the reaction he received from satisfied customers.