How to Quote a Paint Job on a House
Whether you're trying to make a couple extra dollars doing some house painting or you own a company, you'll need to know how to quote a price for the job. Painting a house can be a bigger project than what it looks like, and you'll want to receive sufficient money for the work you've done. By organizing a few facts and figures, you'll be able to quote the paint job and know you've given a fair price.
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Tips for Quoting a Paint Job for a House
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Make a bid form on your home computer. You can purchase generic bid forms at your local office supply store, but by making one yourself, you'll be able to gear it toward your specific paint job. The bid form states what the job entails and what it will cost.
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Consider whether you'll be doing the paint job yourself or you'll need to hire additional help. Figure out what the labor charges will be for everyone doing the job and add them to the quote.
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Ask the owner for the dimensions of the house or measure it. This is necessary to purchase the correct amount of paint and estimate the cost. Don't forget about the trim and doors.
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Figure in the cost for your preparation work. The house will more than likely need to be pressure washed and sanded before it is painted. You might also have to trim bushes away from the house. Consider how long it will take you and add it to the costs.
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Think about the costs for the miscellaneous items you'll need to purchase. These would be items such as paint brushes, rollers, pans, tape, drop cloths and anything else you'll need to buy to complete the job. You'll also want to add cleanup costs.
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Total your costs. Write down when you can start and how long you expect the job to take. List any guarantees you might have concerning the job and your work. The potential customer will want to know you stand behind your work if they hire you.
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References
- Photo Credit Homepainting.org
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