Cavalcante Painting Company

FAQ

Painting FAQs for Toronto & GTA Homeowners

Here are answers to the questions we hear most often. Don't see yours? Send us a message on WhatsApp and we'll be happy to help.

Estimates & Pricing

Yes. Every estimate is free and comes with no obligation. We visit your home or business anywhere in our service area, look at the job in person and talk about what you have in mind. Then we send you a clear, detailed price.

The price depends on the size of the space, the number of rooms or surfaces, the condition of the walls and the finish you choose. A single room and a full exterior are very different projects. That's why we don't give prices over the phone: we evaluate everything on-site so your estimate is accurate. There are no surprises once the work starts.

Photos help, but they don't show everything. In person, we can check for cracks, peeling, moisture or old finishes that need extra prep. This lets us give you a price that reflects the real job.

Your estimate explains the work to be done, the surfaces included, the prep needed and the timeline. If you have questions about any part of it, we'll walk you through it.

Payment

We'll explain the payment terms clearly in your estimate, before any work starts.

Any deposit and the payment schedule are written in your estimate, so you know exactly what to expect.

Scheduling & Timelines

It depends on the size and type of work. A single room usually takes much less time than a full interior, an exterior or a set of kitchen cabinets. You get a realistic timeline with your estimate, so you can plan around it. We keep you updated if anything changes, like weather for outdoor work.

It depends on our schedule at the time you contact us. Spring and summer are our busiest seasons, so we recommend reaching out early for exterior and deck projects. Send us a message and we'll tell you our next available dates.

Exterior painting is usually done from late spring to early fall, when temperatures are mild and the weather is drier. Paint needs the right conditions to dry and bond properly. We plan outdoor work around the forecast to protect the finish. Interior painting can be done all year round.

Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We're closed on Sundays. Messages sent outside these hours are answered on the next business day.

The Painting Process

We can move and cover furniture as part of the job. We just ask that you put away small, fragile or valuable items before we arrive. We protect floors and anything that stays in the room.

Yes. Most clients stay home during the project. We keep the work area organized, tell you which rooms are in use each day and clean up at the end of the day.

Yes. During the free visit we can talk about colors, finishes and sheen levels, and share what has worked well in similar homes. The final choice is always yours.

We offer free touch-ups after the project is delivered. If you notice a spot that needs extra attention, send us a message on WhatsApp with a photo. We'll schedule a time to come back and take care of it.

Our Services

In most cases, yes, as long as the cabinet boxes are solid and in good condition. Painting gives your kitchen or bathroom a fresh new look for a fraction of the cost of new cabinets, with less disruption. During the visit, we'll tell you honestly whether painting is a good option for your cabinets.

It depends on the type of wood, the stain used and how much sun and foot traffic the deck gets. Signs it's time include faded color, grey wood or water no longer beading on the surface. We'll look at your deck and recommend a schedule that makes sense.

Yes. We install new wallpaper and remove old wallpaper, including the wall prep before and after. If you'd rather have paint once the old wallpaper is gone, we can do that too.

Yes. Besides homes, we paint offices, shops, restaurants and small businesses. We plan the work around your schedule to keep disruption to a minimum, and we can split larger jobs into phases.

Service Area

We serve Toronto and the GTA, including Etobicoke, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Milton, Caledon, Bolton and Erin, as well as Hamilton and Kitchener. If your city isn't on the list, send us a message: we may still be able to help.

No. We're a service-area business, so we come to you. Every estimate and every project is done at your property, which means you don't need to travel anywhere.

Send us a WhatsApp message, send a text (SMS) or give us a call. Tap any "Get a Free Estimate" button to choose, or use the numbers at the top of the page or on our Contact page. Tell us your city and the type of project, and send a few photos by WhatsApp or text if you can. We'll book a visit at a time that works for you.

Still Have a Question?

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