Are estimates free?
Yes. Share the property, scope and timing, and Exit Strategies will review the work needed.
Are you insured?
Yes. Exit Strategies carries general liability and workers’ compensation and is W-9 ready.
Are you licensed?
Painting, drywall repair, cleaning, and property maintenance don’t require a Michigan builder’s license — that’s the work we contract directly. Work that does require a license, like roofing, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, is performed by licensed contractors who pull the required permits. On larger projects run by a licensed general contractor, we work as a subcontractor under that contractor’s license. We carry our own general liability and workers’ compensation insurance and provide certificates of insurance on request.
Do you work with property managers and apartment communities?
Yes. Turnovers, multi-unit painting, drywall, cleaning and repeat property maintenance are core commercial services. Learn about property management services.
Can drywall repair be handled before painting?
Yes. Patches and finishing can be included in the painting scope so the repaired area receives a consistent finish. See drywall repair.
Can painting and cleaning be scheduled together?
Yes. That is especially useful for rental turns and move-outs where fewer handoffs can shorten the path to a ready property. See cleaning services.
Do you paint occupied rentals?
Yes, depending on access and scope. Occupied work is planned around protection, communication and the areas that must remain usable.
Do you paint cabinets?
Yes. Cabinet refinishing requires cleaning, deglossing, sanding, bonding primer and a finish selected for frequent handling. See cabinet refinishing.
How long does interior painting take?
It depends on room count, repairs, trim, coats, access and drying time. Your written proposal sets expectations around the actual scope rather than a generic promise.
How long does exterior paint last?
Surface condition, prep, coating system, exposure and maintenance all matter. The recommendation is based on the substrate and existing coating.
What products do you use?
Sherwin-Williams is the standard supplier, including products such as Duration, Emerald and SuperDeck when they fit the surface and conditions.
Do I need to move furniture?
Small items and valuables should be moved. Your estimate covers what needs to be cleared and what the crew can reasonably shift and protect.
Can you help choose colors?
Yes. Color consultation is available, and the Sherwin-Williams Color Visualizer can preview colors in a photo of your own room.
Do you offer pressure washing?
Yes — we pressure wash siding, concrete, decks, and fences, often as prep before coating.
How is an estimate priced?
Every project is scoped on its own. Labor, prep, materials, access and timeline drive the number, and the free estimate breaks down exactly what is included before anything is scheduled. For interior rooms, you can also run our Instant Estimator first to see a budget range before the on-site visit.
How much does it cost to paint a room in Lansing?
Most bedrooms run about $750 to $1,200 for walls, or $1,000 to $1,600 with the ceiling, depending on size, condition, and prep. Our Instant Estimator gives you a budget range for your exact rooms in a few minutes. See the room-by-room cost guide for worked examples.
Can I get a painting estimate online?
For interior painting and drywall repairs, yes. Our Instant Estimator calculates a budget range from your measurements. Exterior work is priced from a free on-site assessment, since condition, access, and repairs have to be seen in person.
What deposit do you require?
Standard terms are 50% to schedule and 50% on completion. Larger projects may use 50/25/25, and written proposals are typically valid for 10 business days.
Which areas do you serve?
Lansing is home base, plus roughly 30 miles: East Lansing, Okemos, Haslett, DeWitt, Holt, Mason, Grand Ledge, Dimondale, Delta Township, Williamston, Charlotte and St. Johns. Larger projects can justify travel farther. See all service areas.
Can we add you as an approved vendor?
Yes. Exit Strategies is insured, W-9 ready, and provides certificates of insurance on request. Send a message to start the vendor paperwork.