Exterior Painting

6 Considerations for Cost Effective Commercial Exterior Painting

Business owners area face numerous decisions when planning commercial painting projects – not the least of which is ensuring that the job comes in within your budget. Understanding the factors that influence cost of commercial painting helps ensure the best value while also achieving professional and long lasting results.

Making informed choices about the materials, methods, and contractors you use in any exterior commercial painting project can significantly impact both your immediate expenses and the long-term maintenance costs.

Property managers and building owners must carefully evaluate various aspects of their exterior painting projects to optimize their investment. From material selection to project timing, each decision affects both the initial cost and the long-term durability of the finished project.

In this article the exterior commercial painting experts at JLR Group in the Auburn Hills and Rochester, MI area provide guidance – offering 6 top considerations that ensure your painting project aligns with both your budget constraints and quality expectations.

Quality Materials in Exterior Painting Projects

The brand and type of paint you use has a big impact on the results and longevity of your project, so you don’t want to skimp on a cheap product. Better paint will also reduce your maintenance costs and how often you need a full repaint. The National Institute of Building Sciences emphasizes that high-quality coating systems typically provide better coverage, superior durability, and enhanced resistance to environmental factors.

Experienced commercial painting contractors like those at JLR Group understand how different paint formulations perform in Michigan’s challenging and variable climate. Premium materials often offer better protection against UV radiation, moisture penetration, corrosive pollutants, and extreme temperature fluctuations. These characteristics become particularly important for commercial properties in the Auburn Hills and Rochester area where humidity levels, precipitation, and temperature vary wildly.

JLR Group’s expertise in exterior commercial painting material selection ensures optimal performance while maintaining cost-effectiveness. And our relationships with leading paint suppliers allows us to offer premium painting products at the most competitive prices, providing excellent cost savings for our clients – without compromising quality.

Coverage Considerations for Exterior Painting Success

The other crucial aspect of any commercial exterior painting project that influences costs is how many coats will need to be applied. If you’re planning a dramatic color change, more coats will be needed for coverage, compared to a simple refresh of your existing color scheme. Not only will the quantity of paint increase, but so will the work hours needed to apply it, both impacting the final cost.

So, if cost is an issue, you can save money on exterior commercial painting by selecting a paint color that is the same or close to your existing paint color.

Additionally, certain paints include a primer built in, so you’ll save money on buying that separately. The Paint Application Standard provides specific guidelines for coverage rates and film thickness requirements based on substrate conditions and exposure levels. A commercial painting contractor like JLR Group that understands these requirements helps ensure adequate protection while optimizing material usage.

JLR Group’s professional painting estimators accurately calculate coverage requirements for each project, ensuring appropriate material quantities while avoiding waste. We can give you an accurate exterior commercial painting project cost – without waste or overages. This ensures that your painting project comes in on budget – achieving optimal coverage efficiently while maintaining competitive pricing for their clients.

Design Elements in Exterior Painting Projects

If you have something creative in mind for your building, then this will also influence the cost as the complexity increases. However, a unique or detailed final look can be an opportunity for you to set your property apart from your competitors with visual curb appeal.

The American Institute of Constructors recommends considering how design elements affect both initial costs and long-term maintenance requirements. Different color schemes and patterns may require specific application techniques or additional labor to achieve desired results. However, this can be offset in some cases by the increase in property value due to improved visual appeal or uniqueness.

JLR Group’s design expertise helps clients achieve distinctive appearances while also  managing costs effectively. Our professional design and estimating team understands how to implement complex designs efficiently without compromising quality or durability.

Environmental Impact on Exterior Painting Decisions

Did you know that your choice of exterior paint color can impact your energy costs? Lighter paint colors can actually reduce your facility’s cooling costs.  And dark exterior paint colors can lead to energy savings by absorbing sunlight and reducing heating costs.

As an added consideration, lighter external paint colors show dirt more and may require more frequent cleaning and touching up which translates into higher maintenance costs in the long run.

Choice of paint also has other environmental and safety ramifications. The Environmental Protection Agency provides guidelines for selecting environmentally responsible coating systems. Professional commercial painting contractors must consider factors such as VOC content, disposal requirements, and energy efficiency when recommending materials and colors.

JLR Group maintains the strictest environmental compliance, while helping clients make informed decisions about paint color and material selection and maintenance requirements. Our experience and professional approach ensures sustainable commercial painting solutions that align with both environmental responsibilities and your budget constraints.

Equipment Requirements for Exterior Painting

Selecting a commercial painting contractor with the right equipment ensures that your project is completed in a safe and timely manner.

Commercial painting contractors often need to use specialized equipment to access parts of a site, whether that be the upper levels of a skyscraper, apartment building, or high ceilings above a stairwell. Rope access, swing stages, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms – along with the necessary safety equipment such as harnesses – will ensure that your commercial exterior painting job is done safety and efficiently.

OSHA regulations specify requirements for equipment selection and usage during commercial painting projects. Professional contractors must ensure compliance while maintaining efficient project progress. JLR Group has all of the necessary exterior painting equipment to get your project done rapidly and safely.

Surface Preparation in Exterior Painting Projects

Maintenance problems can significantly affect the scope and cost of your exterior painting project. Concrete issues, foundation failure, crumbling brick, rotting wood, efflorescence, leaks, and lead paint are common commercial building issues that need attention prior to painting. They can affect the structural integrity of your building, and the longevity of your new paint if not addressed before the painting begins.

JLR Group has extensive experience repairing any and all building maintenance issues and can include that in the painting estimate. This will save your business time and money, over hiring multiple contractors.

Timing of Exterior Painting Projects

Commercial exterior painting projects can cost your company money when they disrupt operations or leads to safety hazards for customers and employees during normal operating hours.

Unlike other commercial exterior painting contractors JLR Group offers the option to work around your schedule – and even complete the project on weekends or after hours. This minimizes the disruption to your operations or tenants.

Commercial Exterior Painting | Auburn Hills & Rochester, MI Area

Selecting the right contractor for your commercial painting project is crucial for achieving cost-effective, long-lasting results. In the Auburn Hills and Rochester, MI area, JLR Group’s professional exterior painting expertise can make the difference between a project that provides value for years and one that requires premature maintenance.

Don’t risk your investment in exterior painting with an inexperienced painters, inadequate planning, or poor execution. Contact JLR Group today to get a free quote and learn how our experienced team can help you achieve optimal results while managing costs effectively.

Our commitment to quality, competitive pricing, and customer satisfaction makes them the ideal choice for your next exterior painting project in Auburn Hills and Rochester.

Auburn Hills & Rochester, MI Area Commercial Exterior Painting: 248.909.6183