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Washington DC Painting and Staining
Painting and Staining
There are many health and safety issues you should be familiar with before painting your Washington, D.C. home, including existing lead-based paint, poisonous materials that you will want to keep away from children, ladder safety, and fire safety with flammable materials. A professional painter in Washington, D.C. will be very familiar with these safety precautions. When purchasing paint you should not only consider color, but also think about the type of paint and gloss factor. It is recommended that inexperienced DIYers use low-gloss paint, as this will show less mistakes. But if you choose to hire a professional painter, you may want to consider high gloss paint since higher gloss tends to clean better. A professional painter in Washington, D.C. can assist you in choosing the right paint for your needs. Professional painters are not required to be licensed in Washington D.C.
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Washington DC City Facts
• Washington, D.C. requires contractors to have an insurance policy of $50,000 for injury in a single accident, $100,000 for multiple people in one accident, and $10,000 for property damage in an accident. They must also have a $5,000 surety bond with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
• Washington, D.C. requires that every applicant for a building permit first complete an Environmental Impact Form (EIF) to determine possible environmental impacts of the project on the community.
• A Washington, D.C. permit for construction is required for new construction and foundations, additions, alterations and repairs of existing buildings, demolition, a retaining wall, fence, shed, garage, vault, signs, awnings, and interior layout of tenant spaces.