How to Choose Right Cabinet Repainting Service in the Greater Columbus, Ohio.

How to Choose Right Cabinet Repainting Service in the Greater Columbus, Ohio.

Repainting your kitchen cabinets is a great way of upgrading your kitchen and giving it a fresh new look. Since kitchen cabinets make up to more than 50% of the kitchen space, a quick paint touchup can magically transform your cooking space.

Choosing a painting contractor for your kitchen cabinet repaint in the Greater Columbus can however be an overwhelming task. After all, you have to balance between getting the most affordable quote and getting the highest paint job quality done. And in nearly all the cases, the best quality doesn’t come from the lowest quote on the list.

There are many things to consider when choosing a painting contractor for your kitchen repaint project. It’s imperative that you find a contractor that trustworthy, reliable and safe to work with. Below are some of the most important factors to look for when hiring a painting contractor for your kitchen repaint project.

1.      Experience

How long have they been in business? If the company has been able to stay in business for long enough, there is a good reason for that. While new companies aren’t necessarily bad, they may not have a solid track record they can point to for your reference.

We recommend working with a company that has been in business for at least 3 years, the more the better. Such companies will have more reviews, more references and an extensive profile of services. This helps you understand the kind of business you’re dealing with. Additionally, check that they have specific experience in painting cabinets and not just general home painting.

2.      Get References

You may want to hear how it’s like working with the painter you’re considering. And for this, you will need at least three references with contact information from the painter. If they are proud of the work they have done, they should have no problem providing these. If a contractor is unwilling or unable to provide references, it should be cause for concern.

3.      Read reviews

Reviews are important as they give you a feel of what other people who have worked with the contractor think of them. Most companies will have a feedback and review/testimonial section on their website for your reference. But these are usually regulated in favor of the company.

To get a true picture, get out there on other platforms such as Google reviews, Yelp, Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureau, and Porch and you will get honest reviews, at least most of the time. The reviews don’t have to be necessary shiny but take note of how the negative reviews and feedback is being handled by the company. Too many negative reviews and feedback should, however, be a cause of concern.

4.      License and insurance?

It’s safe to assume that if a contractor has been allowed to operate in the Greater Columbus, Ohio, he is licensed. However, it doesn’t hurt to verify if you have your doubts, especially if it’s a relatively new company. But most importantly, you need to check that the company is insured.

Any reputable painting contractor worth their salt should have liability insurance and workman’s compensation insurance. These insurance policies not only protect the people working on your project, but they protect you from financial liability for any accidents that may happen on your property. If you feel the need to verify this, you can do so with the insurance company at no cost.

5.      Get multiple bids

Once you’ve shuffled through the references and paperwork, and have 3 to 4 contractors in your consideration, ask them to give you estimates. Almost all the time, a contractor will come to assess your cabinets in person, take measurements and ask questions before putting together an estimate. The estimates need to be presented as a written copy and priced accordingly with details of the process outlined.

6.      Hire your contractor

Once you’ve received the bids and assessed them, it’s time to hire your contractor. Your goal here is to go for the painting contractor that offers the highest value for your money. And most of the times, as earlier mentioned, it won’t necessarily be the cheapest estimate on the list. Be sure to request for a written contract from your preferred painter, outlining the scope of work and price.

Bottom line

The process of hiring a painting contractor may seem like a lot of work, but you can actually finish it and get your contractor in a relatively short amount of time. The effort you put into finding your contractor will show in their work. Keep the above tips in mind and you won’t be disanointed. If you need help in any way with your cabinet repaint project, call us today and we will be more than happy to help.