Selecting a Contractor

"Thank you for the wonderful job that you and your team did on our home… between realtors and neighbors, I've had several compliments on the quality of your workmanship already… how very impressed I was with the quality of service that you provide and the level of professionalism that your team displayed … your extra effort throughout was appreciated." - Rachel M., Cary, NC

Socaz Painting is a proud member of the national trade association, the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA). PDCA has been in existence since 1884 and has over 3100 members all over the country and parts of Canada. The focus of the association is the education of its members and the promotion of professionalism within the industry.

The PDCA produces nationally recognized standards that discuss many different aspects of a painting project. Use of these standards in proposals and contracts helps improve communication between the client and the contractor, assists in ensuring quality, and becomes a basis for evaluating the job's requirements. Articles from the PDCA that discuss the standards that are followed by Socaz Painting and other PDCA members as well as advice on how to choose a contractor:

PDCA Painting Standards
PDCA Code of Ethics (PDF file)
How to Hire a Pro
State License Requirements
Other Consumer Information