The MAPA Painting "Fair Quote" Checklist: Are You Comparing Apples to Apples?

Written By amelia conte

When you’re looking at two different quotes, it’s easy to focus only on the bottom number. But in the painting industry, a lower price usually means a shortcut you’ll pay for later.

Use this checklist to see if your "budget" painter is offering the same value as MAPA Painting LLC:

1. Surface Preparation

  • The "Budget" Guy: Often paints right over construction dust or environmental grime.

  • The MAPA Standard: We perform a meticulous cleaning of all surfaces. If the paint doesn't bond to the wall, it won't last. We ensure a clean canvas every time.

2. Solving Surface Failures

  • The "Budget" Guy: Sees peeling molding or trim and simply paints over it to hide the problem.

  • The MAPA Standard: We identify why it’s peeling (usually improper priming) and fix the root cause so the problem doesn't return in six months.

3. The Three-Coat Promise When Using A Primer

  • The "Budget" Guy: Uses a "tinted primer" to trick the eye, giving you one coat of primer and one coat of paint while calling it "three coats."

  • The MAPA Standard: We are transparent about our process. If we use a primer, we’ll explain why. You get the full durability and color depth of a true multi-coat finish.

4. Product Transparency

  • The "Budget" Guy: Gives vague promises of "high-end paint" but won't put the specific brand or line in the contract.

  • The MAPA Standard: We list the exact premium products we use. You’ll know the brand, the sheen, and the quality before we open the first can.

5. Communication & Updates

  • The "Budget" Guy: You have to chase them down for an update, or they "ghost" the job for days at a time.

  • The MAPA Standard: You receive Daily Video Updates. You see the progress with your own eyes, and we stay in constant contact from start to finish.

6. The Guarantee

  • The "Budget" Guy: Offers a "tail-light warranty"—once you can't see their tail-lights, the warranty is over.

  • The MAPA Standard: We stand behind our work with a 3-Year Craftsmanship Guarantee and a 100% Reliability Guarantee. We show up, and we finish the job.

Don’t gamble with your property. If your quote doesn't include these standards, you aren't getting a "deal"—you're getting a headache.

Call 239-255-2835 or Visit www.mapapainting.com

amelia conte
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