Question 1

How much does it cost to paint a house?

Accepted Answer

Every home is different, so we quote each job after looking at it. The price depends on the size of the area, the condition of the surface, how much preparation is needed and the access. The quote you get is in writing and covers the whole job, so there are no surprises at the end.

Question 2

Are you insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ZN Painting Services holds public liability insurance, so your property is covered while we are working on it.

Question 3

Do you charge for quotes?

Accepted Answer

No. Quotes are free and come in writing after we have seen the job. Call Zabi on 0422 074 031 or send the enquiry form and we will organise a time to look at the work.

Question 4

What areas do you cover?

Accepted Answer

We are based in Geelong and cover Geelong, Melbourne, Colac, Ballarat, Bannockburn, Torquay, Lorne, Portarlington, St Leonards and Queenscliff. If you are just outside those areas, call and ask, because we often take jobs nearby.

Question 5

How long will my job take?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the size of the job and how much preparation the surface needs. A single room can be done quickly, while a full exterior or a roof takes several days including cleaning, prep and drying time. Your quote includes an expected timeframe before work starts.

Question 6

Do I need to move furniture before you start?

Accepted Answer

Move small and fragile items if you can. Larger furniture can stay: we shift it to the middle of the room and cover it, along with floors and fittings, before any preparation or painting starts.

Question 7

Can you match my existing paint colour?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, yes. Bring a sample, a photo in good light, or the name of the colour if you know it, and we will match it as closely as modern colour matching allows.

Question 8

Do you work on weekends?

Accepted Answer

We work Saturday mornings from 7am to 1pm and are closed Sundays. Weekday hours are 7am to 4pm.

Question 9

What paint do you use?

Accepted Answer

Trade-grade paints matched to the surface and the conditions. Exterior work gets durable exterior coatings suited to local weather and coastal air, and interior finishes are chosen for the room, from flat to low sheen and semi-gloss. We talk through the options at the quote.

Question 10

Do I need to be home while you work?

Accepted Answer

Not for exterior jobs, as long as we can get access to the areas being painted. For interior work we arrange access with you beforehand, and Zabi is on the job either way.

Question 11

How should I prepare before you arrive?

Accepted Answer

Clear small, fragile and personal items from the work areas and take down curtains or blinds where windows are being painted. Keep pets somewhere safe. Masking, drop sheets and covers are our job.

Question 12

Do you take small jobs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Single rooms, feature walls, doors, fences and touch-up work are all worth a call. Describe the job and we will tell you straight whether it suits us.

Question 13

What does the written quote include?

Accepted Answer

The preparation, materials, labour and number of coats for the agreed areas, plus an expected timeframe. It is settled in writing before work starts, so the scope and the price do not drift halfway through.

Question 14

Can you help me choose colours?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can suggest finishes and colours that suit the light, the brick or roof, and the look you are after. For bigger decisions we recommend test patches on the actual wall before committing.

Question 15

How long will an exterior paint job last?

Accepted Answer

A properly prepared exterior with two top coats holds up for years, though sun exposure and coastal air shorten the life of any coating. A wash every year or two extends it noticeably.

Question 16

Can you paint in winter?

Accepted Answer

Interior work runs all year. Exterior work depends on dry surfaces and reasonable temperatures, so winter exterior jobs are scheduled around the weather and may shift by a day or two.

Question 17

Who actually does the work?

Accepted Answer

Zabi quotes the job, works on it and checks it at the end. You deal with the one person from first call to final walkthrough, not a rotating crew.

Question 18

Do you clean up afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Covers and masking come off, work areas are left tidy, and leftover materials are taken away or left with you if you want touch-up paint kept on site.

Question 19

How do I book a job?

Accepted Answer

Call Zabi on 0422 074 031 or send the enquiry form. We look at the work, give you a written quote, and once you accept it we lock in the start date.

Question 20

How far ahead do I need to book?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the current schedule and the season. Call and we will give you an honest window. Exterior dates can shift slightly with weather, and we keep you updated if they do.

Question 21

Can you repair cracks, holes or damaged surfaces first?

Accepted Answer

Minor repairs like filling holes, patching cracks and sanding back flaking paint are part of normal preparation and are included where quoted. Bigger issues like rotten boards or blown render are pointed out at the quote stage so you can decide before work starts.

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