"They say you can't buy happiness, but I can buy a new coat of paint for my house and that makes me happy, so I guess you can buy happiness afterall."
-Carol Williams
My house needs painting this year so I planned ahead and hired a painter back in February. It's not easy to find reliable subs in this area so I thought it was best to start searching early. Turns out I hired a guy from our church who has been moonlighting as a painter for about 20 years. His full time job is as a teacher.
I hired him for a couple reasons.
1) First, he's a nice guy and has a lot of grandkids to buy Christmas presents for.
2) Second, his quote was reasonable compared to others. I think this is because he works solo and doesn't have to pay ridiculous L&I insurance coverage on a crew.
He did the power washing on Wednesday evening. Thoroughly dry now, it's time to get on with the priming and painting... and it's a perfect day for it!
It may take him a little longer than a crew but I don't mind. I'm helping to support a local family.
Happy Spring!
Ward County Notary Services - Minot, ND
Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker
It's nice when you can find a contractor that meets your needs as he does and you like the fellow on top of that Carol Williams . Here in Minot you better shop a year in advance as well if you are looking for a painter.
Apr 21, 2018 12:15 PM
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
It sure is Bob "RealMan" Timm . I love the "reasonable" price. Why are we paying people unemployment when there are so many jobs available?
Apr 21, 2018 02:01 PM
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Carpinteria, CA
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy
Carol,
I am sure your house is going to turn out beautifully, and so glad you are supporting a family. We feel the same way about our farmers. A
Apr 21, 2018 02:29 PM
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Carol Williams
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Bob "RealMan" Timm
Minot, ND
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon
I drove down the Columbia Gorge today and the weather was stunning. It would be a fabulous day to paint a house. I am sure it will turn out terrific!
Apr 21, 2018 09:08 PM
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce
Not quite secure in temperatures here yet to do that kind of work....but good to plan and book ahead for when the sunshine and warm termperatures are the deal of the day ...Painters book quickly !
Apr 23, 2018 03:24 AM
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Good morning Ron and Alexandra Seigel ,
I'm really pleased so far! I'm really looking forward to when it is done.
Apr 23, 2018 05:29 AM
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Hi Lynnea Miller ,
I grew up in the Columbia Gorge (Corbett / Troutdale area). There's nothing better than a nice day in the Gorge!
Apr 23, 2018 05:31 AM
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Hi Sally K. & David L. Hanson ,
Yep... I booked this guy early enough that I am first on his schedule this season. As soon as the weather forecast looked good he got started.
Apr 23, 2018 05:32 AM
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time
Carol, it does feel good to have a fresh coat of paint on the house - had mine painted last summer. Glad you gave this guy the job!
Apr 23, 2018 06:44 AM
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You
I'll bet it looks great. And naturally, I like the reason why you chose the painter. It makes good sense to me. D
Apr 23, 2018 07:46 AM
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Hi Joan Cox
It's looking good so far! I'm looking forward to having it finished so I can get my patio furniture back out and enjoy this lovely Spring weather.
Apr 23, 2018 07:28 PM
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Joan Cox
Denver, CO
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Hi Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD ,
It does look good. I'm anxious to get it done so I can get my courtyard furniture and everything back in place. Time to enjoy the lovely Spring evenings with a glass of wine and a book in the courtyard.
Apr 23, 2018 07:29 PM
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL
Hi Carol Williams, a fresh coat of paint makes a huge difference, glad to hear you found a contractor and selected him for the right reasons.
Apr 24, 2018 08:21 AM
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Carol Williams
Wenatchee, WA
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Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
Hi Beth Atalay ,
It's going to be the same color but it sure does look better already. I'm anxious for him to finish so I can get everything back in place.
Apr 24, 2018 08:47 AM
Premier Property Sales & Rentals - Springfield, PA
& Doug Durren (484) 431-3686 in SE PA
Carol, Good that you are helping a local family with your paint project. That will make them happy and you as well.
Apr 26, 2018 08:32 PM
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
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Ohhhh, so cool! Pretty, protected house + happy deal + happy local family = PERFECTION!
I am also seeking a house painter - can you send him down when you're done with him? <3
May 26, 2018 08:07 AM
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