06/08/2026
Planning a home improvement project this year? Start calling contractors earlier than you think.
Whether you’re hiring a painter, building a deck, replacing a roof, or tackling another big project, good contractors are often booked out months in advance. And the bigger the project, the longer you may have to wait for their schedule to open up.
The problem is, when you wait too long, your options get limited.
And limited options create pressure. You feel like you have to take the first person who calls back, accept a vague estimate, or skip checking references just to keep the project moving.
That’s when mistakes happen.
Ideally, talk to more than one contractor. Three bids is still a good standard because it helps you understand the project. You start to see what’s included, what’s missing, what questions to ask, and whether one bid seems unusually high or strangely low.
So start early. Give yourself options. And don’t let a rushed timeline make the decision for you.
Looking for a painter? Start at RepcoLite.com and click the Find a Painter tab on the home page. Fill out the form, and we’ll send you some names to start with.
🎧 Want the full breakdown? Listen to the full episode from our Home in Progress Podcast:
https://repcolite-home-improvem.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-paint-a-front-door-the-right-way-and-6-tips-to-keep-your-renovation-on-budget/
Save this before you start your next home project.