Wednesday, 10 September 2014

Factors To Consider When Selecting Contractors For Commercial Painting Toronto

By Jody Leach


Anyone can pick a paint brush and call themselves a painter. There are many people in the market calling themselves painters, but are not licensed or qualified to perform good quality jobs. It is hence very important to make sure you settle for the right individual or company, to ensure you get a well painted project. When searching for companies specializing in commercial painting Toronto building owners and managers should observe the following factors first.

Perhaps the first thing you will do is to find prospective painting companies. Ask building owners and managers who have recently painted their buildings to recommend service providers they used. Ask them why they think the company they are recommending will be suitable for your needs. However, if you fail to get credible referrals, consider searching for local companies in online databases.

Among the first things you need to check if the company is licensed in your state. Licensing means that a company has fulfilled certain requirements to provide the services in question. A valid licensing certificate can also help you to know the reputation of a specific company and if there are any unresolved complaints by past clients.

Bonding and insurance covered services are of vast importance especially in a business environment. Bonding means that the company has secures additional funding to cover you should your property get damaged or a worker injured. Bonding gives you an instant access to funds without the need of waiting for an insurance settlement. Similarly, depending on the scope of your project, you should make sure you settle for a firm that has a suitable insurance policy cover.

Experience in the industry is one of the most important things you should check. Ask how long the company has been in the industry and how many similar projects it has handled successfully. An experienced commercial painting contractor understands the importance of the appearance of building, and will hence strive to ensure your project is done perfectly.

Many companies tend to use the services of subcontractors to handle the actual project. In some cases, these subcontractors may be inexperienced with your specific type of job. Even though the main contractor might be insured, you must also check if the subcontractor is also licensed, insured and bonded. Again when using subcontractors, make sure to get a lien release form signed by any and all subcontractors who will be handling the project. This is to avoid a case where subcontractors ask you for their pay when you have already paid the main contractor.

Cost of services vary from company to company. Comparing estimates and detailed quotes from at least three companies will help you to determine who not only charges reasonably, but also provides excellent services. A reputable company will consider checking the scope of your project before issuing a detailed quote.

The task of choosing a painter for your commercial establishment should be done carefully. Ensure you check their suitability for your project by checking aspects such as licensing, experience in the industry, proof of other similar jobs done and reputation in the industry. Ask friends, building owners and managers to recommend painters they have worked with before.




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