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š„· Painting Service Contract
Residential & Commercial Edition
Professional, Ready-to-Use Agreement Template
PDF + Editable Word Download
Run your painting business with clarity, confidence, and Ninja-level professionalism. āļø
This Painting Service Contract ā Residential & Commercial Edition is a ninja-crafted agreement designed to clearly define scope, manage expectations, reduce disputes, and protect your business on every paint job ā from single-room interiors to full commercial repaint projects.
Whether you specialize in interior painting, exterior painting, deck and fence staining, drywall patching, office and retail spaces, or large commercial facilities, this contract gives you a clean, professional document you can use again and again.
If youāre ready to eliminate confusion, prevent scope creep, and look established from Day One ā this is the painting contract your business has been missing.
āļø What This Painting Contract Helps You Do
This professional agreement makes it easy to:
ā Clearly define residential & commercial painting services
ā Document prep work, primers, coatings & finishes
ā Specify paint brands, colors & responsibility for materials
ā Set pricing, deposits, progress payments & final balance
ā Manage change orders professionally
ā Establish client responsibilities before work begins
ā Protect against surface conditions & pre-existing issues
ā Handle cancellations, walkthroughs & touch-ups properly
ā Capture clean, professional signatures
This is the structure homeowners, property managers, and commercial clients expect from serious, professional painters.
š§° Whatās Included (PDF + Editable Word)
ā Fill-Ready PDF
Perfect for printing, emailing, or digital signatures.
ā Fully Editable Word Document (.docx)
Customize services, timelines, pricing, materials, and policies to match your exact painting workflow.
š„· Built-In Ninja Precision
This contract is professionally formatted and includes:
šØ Detailed Scope of Work
Clearly outlines services such as:
⢠Surface preparation (cleaning, sanding, caulking, patching)
⢠Primer application
⢠Paint application as specified
⢠Masking, taping & floor protection
⢠Daily cleanup & final cleanup
Includes residential and commercial service checklists and change-order language to prevent unauthorized add-on work.
š§± Materials & Paint Specifications
Defines:
⢠Paint brand, type & finish
⢠Color approvals
⢠Contractor-supplied vs client-supplied paint
⢠Responsibility limitations for coverage or manufacturer defects
š Project Timeline & Scheduling
Documents:
⢠Estimated start & completion dates
⢠Weather delays (for exterior work)
⢠Material shortages & access issues
⢠After-hours scheduling for commercial jobs
š² Pricing & Payment Terms
Structured fields for:
⢠Total project cost
⢠Deposits (commonly 20ā50%)
⢠Progress payments (commercial projects)
⢠Accepted payment methods
⢠Late-payment policies
š Change Orders
Clear protection for:
⢠Added rooms or areas
⢠Color changes
⢠Additional prep or repairs
⢠After-hours or expanded scope work
All changes must be approved in writing.
š” Warranty, Liability & Insurance
Addresses:
⢠Workmanship warranty period
⢠Exclusions for moisture, mold, structural issues & wear
⢠General liability insurance details
⢠OSHA & safety compliance (commercial)
āļø Completion & Signatures
Includes:
⢠Final walkthrough requirements
⢠Touch-up reporting window
⢠Contractor & client signature blocks
⢠Authorized commercial representative fields
š¼ Who This Contract Is For
Perfect for:
ā Residential painting contractors
ā Commercial painting companies
ā Interior & exterior painters
ā Deck & fence staining pros
ā Office, retail & industrial painters
ā New painting startups
ā Established painting businesses upgrading documentation
If you paint professionally ā this contract belongs in your toolkit.
š„ Why Painting Pros Love This Contract
⢠Looks professional and easy for clients to understand
⢠Reduces disputes and scope creep
⢠Protects against material & surface issues
⢠Saves HOURS vs writing your own contract
⢠Reusable for unlimited jobs
⢠Works for residential & commercial projects
⢠Helps you close jobs with confidence
This is paperwork that protects your business and elevates your operation.
š„· Final Ninja Note
A strong painting contract isnāt just protection ā itās a competitive advantage.
It shows clients youāre organized, professional, and serious before the first drop of paint ever hits the wall.
Add this Painting Service Contract ā Residential & Commercial Edition to your toolkit and operate with Ninja-level clarity, confidence, and professionalism on every job. āļø
ā ļø Important Notice
This contract was not prepared by an attorney and has not been reviewed by one. Requirements may vary by state or service type. Always perform your own due diligence to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.