Painting your house is a big deal and it requires a lot of thought and consideration. Though the first step is actually hiring a professional, there are a lot of things you should know before kick starting the real deal. Make sure you are prepared to ask the right questions so that you have a fairly good idea of what your painting job entails. To help you prepare, here are the most important questions to ask a professional painting your house exterior

What type of colors are suitable?

Colors have the ability to influence your mood to a great extent. Regardless of how big or how small your house is, if you choose the wrong colors, it will end up looking like an eyesore. Considering the location of your house, ask your painting contractor for suggestions on what kind of color you should choose. You want your house to look inviting and classy, not flashy and hideous.

What brand of paint is being used?

If the painter you have hired is willing to work at a relatively low cost, chances are that they will use cheap paint. While the cost difference may not be significant, the quality difference becomes apparent. Also, cheap paints are less likely to be long-lasting. Asking your paint contractor to specify the exact brand of paint they will be using will be advantageous. You can run a background check and choose the kind of paint you want to use and make sure your money is spent wisely.

Is there a warranty?

Reputed paint contractors offer a warranty period of at least 2 years. It is very important to know beforehand especially when you are going to be investing in it. The longer the warranty period, the more justified the expenditure because even if some problem arises, your paint will be insured and the expenses required to solve it will also be covered.

How durable is it?

Warranty and durability are different things. Although paint that is more durable may also be more costly, it is wiser to spend a premium price once rather than repeatedly repainting your house. Cheap paint wears off quickly making your house look patchy and rough. Durable paint will save you time and money and give your house a rich look.

How much will it cost?

It is important to know how much you will be spending. This will help you determine the area you would like to cover and the type of paint you would like to use. If you are using high quality paint you might not be able to afford covering the whole area with the same kind of paint. Remember, if it is too expensive you might not be able to afford it. But at the same time, if it is too cheap, then you might be compromising on the quality. It is wiser to calculate the cost beforehand according to the area you want to cover so that necessary changes can be made in due time.

It is important that you consider all of these aspects for a better looking house exterior. Try talking to your paint contractor about the aspects mentioned above so that you can make an informed decision.