Questions to Ask When Hiring a Commercial Painting Contractor in Oregon

Business owners know that part of successful operations includes reinvesting in your assets. When it comes to commercial painting you need to make sure your business always looks professional and appealing to clients and potential customers. 

Plus, the right painting services will extend the life of your facilities. But choosing the best provider can be confusing. 

We have all heard horror stories of small amateur painting companies who take forever to complete a task. Or, they disappear before the job is finished. 

If you’re picking a contractor to handle the painting needs of your business there are some important questions to ask up front.

Let’s make sure you find the best overall value. Ask your potential Oregon painting company these important questions before you make a decision:

One of the best ways to separate amateurs from professionals is their longevity in the business. Make sure they have been around for a while. 

When it comes to commercial work they should have plenty of reviews. Further, if you’re contracting a larger job ask for references of similar work.

Let’s face it: There is a difference between the needs of commercial and residential clients. 

Your contractor should have great references as well as a wide range of experience with facility types, different materials, and business requirements. 

There are often different teams when it comes to sales and service. Before you sign on the dotted line make sure your Oregon painting company identifies the manager who will handle your needs. 

Insurance is critical. Some contractors will want to hide under your umbrella policy. 

That won’t do. Make sure their company and employees are insured on the job. 

You will be granting these contractors access to your business. Make sure they are properly screened and aren’t a security or safety risk. Here at Fitzpatrick Painting, we conduct drug testing and background checks on every employee we hire.

This is an important loophole to close. Your painting company could augment their team with contract labor. 

Make sure all workers are direct employees covered under the same insurance, training, and screening. 

You want to make sure that your contractor is in full compliance with all OSHA regulations.  This includes their training record and material handling regulations.

Ask about their safety record too. They should be in compliance with keeping a safety log and have up-to-date information available. 

You can’t leave commercial painting tasks to amateurs or fly-by-night firms. You need an established business with a proven track record of customer satisfaction and overall value. 

Fitzpatrick Painting can help. Our clients love our services because we offer great service at a great price. 

There is nothing worse than trying to factor in price when you don’t have a good estimate of costs. 

We offer potential customers a free estimate to help the decision-makers determine their best options available.

Don’t wait to find the best painting options for your business.

Contact Fitzpatrick Painting now and receive your free estimate.