How do I vet painters in Atlanta? What should I ask them before hiring?

<p>Hiring a painter sounds simple until you realize how many crews in Atlanta operate without insurance, skip prep work, or disappear mid-project. A few direct questions separate the professionals from the rest.</p>

<h2>Your 7-Point Vetting Checklist</h2>

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<li><strong>Are you insured?</strong> Ask for a certificate of general liability and workers compensation. If a painter gets hurt on your property without coverage, you could be liable.</li>
<li><strong>Do you carry a business license?</strong> Georgia does not require a state painting license, but a legitimate company will have a local business license and tax ID.</li>
<li><strong>What warranty do you offer?</strong> Look for written warranties, not verbal promises. OVO Painting provides a 5 to 10-year written warranty on every project.</li>
<li><strong>Can I see your Google reviews?</strong> A strong review history shows consistency. OVO carries a 5.0-star rating across 130+ 5-star Google reviews.</li>
<li><strong>Is your pricing fixed?</strong> Get a written quote before work begins. If the number can change after the job starts, walk away. OVO hands you a fixed-price written quote on the spot during your walkthrough.</li>
<li><strong>Can you share references from nearby projects?</strong> A company with 250+ completed Atlanta homes will gladly point you to neighbors who can vouch for the work.</li>
<li><strong>Walk me through your process.</strong> Listen for details about surface prep, primer, product selection, and cleanup. If the answer jumps straight to "we paint," that tells you everything.</li>
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<h2>Why These Questions Matter</h2>

<p>Most homeowners skip this step and regret it later. A company that meets all seven criteria is one you can trust inside your home. OVO Painting checks every box on this list because we built the business around transparency, craftsmanship, and communication.</p>

<p>Your project manager is on site every day. You get photo updates throughout the project. And your written quote is the number you pay. No surprise fees at the end.</p>

<p>Call (404) 630-2720 or fill out the form above for your free estimate.</p>