Name every room and surface.
Look for a room-by-room list. Walls, ceilings, doors, closets and baseboards should be identified rather than assumed. If you only want certain walls repainted, mark them clearly.
A bathroom wall repaint, for example, does not automatically include the vanity, cabinets, tile or fixtures. Our bathroom project shows a wall color change; it is a useful reminder to separate painting from other renovation work.
Make preparation and protection specific.
Ask which small holes, patches or caulk lines are included and which issues need a separate assessment. “Preparation included” is less helpful than a description of the condition being addressed.
Confirm how floors and nearby furnishings will be protected, who moves furniture and what needs to be cleared before arrival. These details matter just as much in a furnished condo as in an empty room.
Clarify paint, materials and the finish.
Identify the paint product or agreed specification, colors and sheen. The estimate should explain the proposed coats and any primer, along with how unexpected coverage issues will be handled.
Check whether materials are supplied by the painter or by you. Ask what cleanup includes and whether remaining labeled paint will be left for future touch-ups.
Agree on access, changes and completion.
Discuss access hours, the expected work sequence and any building requirements. Distinguish a tentative start date from a confirmed booking.
If you add a room or discover extra repair work, ask for the revised scope and price before that work proceeds. At completion, walk through the agreed surfaces together and point out any areas that need attention. Payment terms should be clear in the agreement.
Questions to ask before saying yes
- Are the exact rooms and surfaces listed?
- What preparation, protection, paint and cleanup are included?
- What is excluded, and how are added tasks approved?
- Are access, timing, total price and payment terms clear?