Key Factors That Influence Pricing
Several variables contribute to the overall cost of painting and decorating
Client Care & Communication
How important is your experience during the process? Would you like to have a point of contact to discuss progress and any changes you might want to make, or are you happy to manage the team on-site yourself and deal with any issues as they arise?
Every PTTG project has a project manager assigned to provide the client with a single point of contact and to manage the team.
Preparation
Proper sanding and surface preparation ensure a long-lasting finish. It’s quicker not to do this but over time, paint that’s been painted over un-sanded surfaces will start to blister and peel, meaning that the work will need to be re-done.
Correct Base Coats & Products
Using correct primers extends the longevity of the work and ensures that new layers of paint stick to existing surfaces.
All PTTG estimates include all necessary preparation and primers etc to ensure a high-quality, long-lasting finish.
Materials
Has your decorator included the cost of material (paint etc.) in their quote or will this be added to the final bill? Will they get the paint, or are they expecting you to have it there ready for them?
Our estimates include a realistic budget for all necessary materials - even if you haven’t chosen your paint yet. We take care of sourcing and delivering everything needed for the job, so you can relax while we handle the rest.
Equipment
Has your decorator allowed for all necessary equipment or are they expecting to be able to use your hoover/ broom/ to stand on your chair to reach the high bits?!
We supply everything needed, from brushes to scaffolding.
Protection
Will your decorator take sufficient care to protect everything before starting work to ensure that no paint goes where it shouldn’t?
We use biodegradable dust sheets, floor coverings, and masking tape to safeguard furniture and floors.
We have a line item for this in our estimates for transparency and to ensure sufficient time is allocated for this so it’s done correctly.
Insurance
If something goes wrong, will your decorator be covered and able to afford the repair/ replacement costs?
Our fully insured team ensures peace of mind.
Access Requirements
Scaffolding or ladders may be needed for high ceilings or exteriors. See chair comment above!
Carrying out high exterior work from a ladder to save the cost of scaffolding can be a false economy. It can often mean the work takes longer (the ladder needs to be moved all the time) and that the work isn’t carried out to the highest standard (if the decorator is struggling to reach the area or fearing for their life!)
To provide an accurate quote, we recommend an initial consultation - sending images or videos of your space can help refine the estimate.
