A surprise day of rain, wind or snow can mean lost income when you’re painting exteriors. Late-season painting—which Andy Roe, owner of Roe Painting in Boise, ID, talks about in this month’s ‘Ask A Pro’ column—can be tricky in four-season locales. Roe works on many homes in the mountains, “where the weather…
MoreThe old adage, ‘Proper planning prevents poor performance’ should be every painter’s mantra when it comes to getting ready for a job. In the past few years, manufacturers have developed a number of new products to help pro painters accomplish necessary prep more accurately and efficiently. Better outcomes lead to satisfied customers…
MoreYour customers are online right now at Houzz and Pinterest, gathering design ideas for their walls, floors and ceilings. They’re finding out about metallic paints and faux plasters; sandstone finishes; and artisan finishes like crackle with an aged-metal patina. They’re oohing and aaahing over Venetian plaster or brushed-suede accent walls. While DIY…
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When Bob Mazzant moved to Beaver Falls, PA to take a job as a police officer in the 1970s, the small town had all the elements of a thriving American community, complete with a booming main street and plenty of civic pride. But the population was made up of predominantly steelworkers, so…
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With the economy improving in most places, a lot of painting contractors are considering scaling up or diversifying. But how do you know when it’s time to make the leap, and what factors should you consider beforehand? THE WISDOM OF EXPERIENCE We tapped a number of seasoned pros to learn how they…
MoreYay—the economy is improving and the projected job outlook for painters is too. From 2012 to 2022, the field is expected to see job growth of 20%, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics. Boo—the economy is growing. “Labor is a challenge,” says Aaron…
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