Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely. BCI Painting is fully insured and carries general liability plus workers’ compensation coverage. We can show you a current certificate of insurance before work begins. We also maintain the required Georgia business licenses and hold EPA Lead-Safe certification for extra safety and peace of mind.

Yes. BCI Painting is fully EPA Lead-Safe Certified and follows every requirement of the federal Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule when working on pre-1978 homes. Our trained, insured crews use approved containment, HEPA dust collection, lead-safe cleanup, and documentation to protect your family and meet legal standards.

Yes. Our painters offer low-odor, low- and zero-VOC paint systems that are kid- and pet-safe. During your free estimate we recommend eco-friendly coatings, set up proper ventilation, and back the job with our two-year warranty so your family can breathe easy from day one.

Yes. As Northeast Georgia painters, BCI Painting includes a friendly color consultation with every project and can brush out test samples or order sample quarts so you can truly see the shade in your own lighting before you commit.

For scuffed halls, busy kitchens, and kids’ rooms, Northeast Georgia painters recommend durable, easy-to-wash sheens. Use satin for hallways, pearl or semi-gloss for moisture-prone kitchens, and scrub-resistant semi-gloss or high-gloss on trim and doors. Test samples under your lighting, then let BCI Painting match the right product during your free estimate.

We trust premium lines from Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore for most projects, plus PPG Porter for historic exteriors. Sherwin-Williams Emerald or Duration and Benjamin Moore Regal Select or Aura give rich one-coat coverage, scrub-resistant durability, and easy washability. For aging wood, Porter Perminizer’s flexible acrylic seals and breathes, preventing moisture damage.

Yes, BCI Painting refinishes cabinets, installs durable epoxy floor coatings, and stains or seals decks, fences, and other wood surfaces. While we don’t perform complete popcorn-ceiling abatement, we can paint or skim-coat textured ceilings and will recommend trusted specialists if full removal or asbestos remediation is needed.

Refresh outdated cabinets by cleaning and sanding every surface, applying a bonding primer, then spraying a furniture-grade enamel or stain and a protective clear coat. The process gives you a smooth, factory finish that stands up to daily wear—without the mess, cost, or downtime of full replacement.

For high-humidity baths and laundry rooms, choose a premium mildew-resistant 100 % acrylic latex formulated for kitchens and baths in a satin or semi-gloss sheen. The tighter film blocks moisture, scrubs clean, and lets water vapor escape—delivering a longer-lasting finish when paired with BCI Painting’s proper surface prep and ventilation upgrades.

Driveway pressure washing can remove many oil stains especially fresh ones when paired with the right degreasing cleaner and proper technique. For older set-in stains results vary. Professional pressure washing often lifts most of the discoloration and improves curb appeal without damaging the concrete.

Yes. Professional pressure washing can boost curb appeal before you sell by removing built-up dirt, mold, and grime from siding, driveways, walkways, patios, and decks. A clean exterior photographs better, signals good upkeep, and makes paint and stain look newer. BCI Painting provides pressure washing across Northeast Georgia.

Pressure washing is great prep but some exterior materials should never see high pressure. Avoid blasting roofs, windows and doors, soft or aged wood siding and decks, vinyl siding seams, stucco or EIFS, and older brick or mortar joints. High pressure can strip paint, etch surfaces, and drive water behind walls.

Soft washing is a low-pressure house washing method that uses cleaning solutions to loosen dirt and kill mold, algae, and mildew, then rinses gently. It is often better than high-pressure washing on siding and painted trim because it cleans deeper while reducing the risk of damage or water intrusion.

BCI Painting backs every job with a two-year material and workmanship warranty. If the paint we applied peels, blisters, or loses adhesion under normal conditions within 24 months, we’ll prep the failed spots and repaint them free of charge.

Wait 24–48 hours before lightly touching or rehanging light décor; allow two weeks before gentle cleaning, and a full 30 days before any scrubbing with soap and water. These waiting periods let the paint cure so your new finish stays smooth, stain-free, and under warranty.

Yes, many leaning or bowing brick and stone retaining walls can be repaired or rebuilt, but the movement is a structural issue often caused by drainage and soil pressure.

Proper grading and drainage are major drivers of concrete driveway longevity. When the driveway slopes away from the home and water has a clear path to run off, you avoid standing water, soil washout, and base settlement. That means fewer cracks, less spalling, and a smoother driveway for years.

Most brick cracks are cosmetic if they’re hairline, in the mortar, and don’t change over time. Cracking can be serious when it’s stair-step, wider than 1/8 inch, growing, or paired with bulging walls, moisture, or sticking doors/windows. When in doubt, have a pro evaluate before you try to repair the issue yourself.

A new concrete pour is usually better than patching when the driveway has widespread cracking, sinking or heaving, or repeated repairs that keep failing. Patching makes sense for small, stable cracks or minor spalling. If the base soil is moving or drainage is poor, replacement is the safer long-term fix.