Make sure the same job is being quoted
A lower figure can cover fewer surfaces or less preparation. Compare the room or surface list first. Doors, skirting, ceilings, exterior details and cabinets should not be assumed included because the quote says house painting. If you are unsure, ask each painter to explain exactly what is included and excluded.
Read the preparation scope
Dulux identifies preparation steps such as cleaning, filling, sanding, masking and priming. Not every surface needs the same system, but the quote should explain the work proposed for yours. Mention loose paint, stains and previous repairs when asking for the quote. If underlying damage needs another trade, clarify that before treating painting as the whole repair.
Check the finish and work sequence
Compare the proposed coating and finish, and ask how the rooms or external areas will be staged. Access, furniture protection and suitable drying conditions can affect the work. Discuss whether the property needs to stay usable and whether the painter has accounted for that. Avoid relying on an unexplained completion promise without a clear scope.
Ask before accepting
Keep questions about price, timing and exclusions in one place so you can compare the answers. This website does not publish generic painting prices because the project condition and scope matter. For a Liam Painting enquiry, include the address, photographs and the work you want. The team confirms suitability and prepares a quote for the agreed job rather than a made-up universal rate.