Painter Inquiry

[Tommy]

What follows is general advice unrelated to any particular business. . . Reputation based on past performance is a good place to start when picking a paint/body shop. But things can change if the business falls on hard financial times or has turnover in key personnel or the owner. Ask about these matters and ask to talk with a very recent customer. I recommend you search for previous discussions on how to deal with paint shops. For example, never give too much money up front. Don't make the last payment until you personally find the work acceptable. Discuss the timetable up front and have a plan for what you will do if it is taking longer than promised. And provide the painter with as much detailed guidance as you can (e.g., materials, work to be done, etc.) before he starts.