My husband was asked by an older lady to paint her basement floor, which is like a small one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, bathroom, living room, and bedroom. He measured the area and found it's about 530 square feet. A guy he knows suggested charging $2 per square foot, which seems a bit high to me. What do you think would be a reasonable amount to charge for this job? We want to make sure we don't price ourselves out of the opportunity, but we also need to make it worth our while.
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Honestly, it’s tough to find anyone willing to come out and do a small job for under a thousand bucks these days. Just be sure to factor everything in and see what feels right for you both.
Before settling on a price, consider a few important details. How much prep work will your husband do? Is he planning on just one coat of paint or two? Are there any repairs needed? For a job like this, especially if he has to paint under appliances, I'd suggest charging more than $2 per square foot for a good finish. It’s important to be clear about what to expect, especially with durability after the job is done.
Exactly! The prep work can take just as long as the painting itself, if not longer. It's smart to estimate the time it will take and factor in a labor rate of around $25-$30 per hour.