Hire a Contractor

Bear in mind that, as the client, you should be allowed to specify the coatings to be used and the manner in which they are to be applied. Just as you would hire a carpet, wallpaper or tile installer, you are about to engage the services of a painting professional to "install" the finish you specify.

We note that many painters (even good ones) are at first uncomfortable when introduced to a brand of paint with which they are unfamiliar. Under these circumstances, we suggest that you provide them with our Specifier's Manual or website or encourage them to call us at our toll-free number.

While locating a good professional painter may not be an easy task, the results will be worth your effort. Please keep the following in mind during your search:

• Seek a painter who likes to work with first-class finishes (all the good ones do!) Avoid those who are unwilling to apply a coating which they have not used in the past, or those who demand that they select the coating to be used.

• Seek a professional who will allow you to specify the use of a particular brand of paint. We will be pleased to discuss our finishes with contractors you are interviewing. Remember that you are hiring a contractor to do a specific job, which need not include the procurement of the finishes.

• Obtain at least two written estimates, which specify the use of our coatings according to the instructions in this manual. Allow the detailed instructions in the Specifier's Manual to become part of the painting contract. (We will be pleased to provide additional copies.)

• Demand a copy of insurance certificates for liability and workman's compensation with your bids.

• Demand and verify at least two references before signing any contracts. Frequently you will determine that the lowest bidder does not necessarily offer the best value. NEVER shop a paint job on the basis of price alone.

• As good painting contractors are in constant demand, we suggest that you schedule your work well in advance. A quality contractor is well worth waiting for.

BUDEKE'S CONTRACTOR REFERRAL HOT LINE:

To match your upcoming painting project with a licensed residential, commercial or industrial contractor, please call 410-732-4354 x27 or
e-mail us at ron@budekes.com . We will respond as soon as possible.