Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Exterior Paint Removal
Exterior Paint Removal guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Exterior Paint Removal? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Exterior Paint Removal work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Exterior Paint Removal work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Exterior Paint Removal labor cost? What are the important Exterior Paint Removal quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Exterior Paint Removal - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Exterior Paint Removal? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Exterior Paint Removal expect to pay between $5.33 to $10.65 per square foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Exterior Paint Removal work? | Your Exterior Paint Removal project may require design approval and/or permits from your local building authority. Verify requirements with your local building department before any Exterior Paint Removal work starts, particularly for ay structural or systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) projects. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Exterior Paint Removal work? | The effectiveness of Exterior Paint Removal will depend on service provider skills, use of proper tools and attention to detail. |
| Is Exterior Paint Removal something that I can do myself? | Most of the Exterior Paint Removal project can be completed by a moderately experienced do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Exterior Paint Removal requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Exterior Paint Removal work? | Normally, this work can be completed in 1 day. |
Exterior Paint Removal - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Exterior Paint Removal. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Exterior Paint Removal work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- Remove only those items that have been clearly marked for demolition
- Remove indicated materials without damaging surrounding structural elements, materials, fixtures and finishes
- Remove exterior paint with minimal damage and deliver to recycling center or agent
- Remove all materials, fixtures and appliances from job site; all items must be disposed of legally
Exterior Paint Removal - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Exterior Paint Removal. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the exterior paint work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Review written list of work to be completed; review quality requirements and payment terms before work begins
- Determine if permit is required for Exterior Paint Removal by local building authority, before any work begins
- Prepare area for safe, efficient work; move items that restrict work access or are vulnerable to damage; cover and protect items that cannot be moved
- Review material choices for Exterior Paint Removal with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Photograph or videotape the work area before work begins, to document the location of structural elements and condition of existing finishes and materials
- Carefully remove fixtures, fittings, finish plates, grilles, knobs, pulls and trim that will be reinstalled later; label and safely store these items for later use
- Remove existing exterior paint (optional)
- Remove hazardous materials and tools from work area and provide adequate safeguards for all hazards when the work area is unattended
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Exterior Paint Removal and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
