I know we painters are not the best at 'paperwork', but many of the problems faced by all painters, but particularly 'house bashing' painters, is that they do not obtain the necessary signed documentation from the Principal Contractor prior to commencing and completing decorations to each plot.
Consequently, painters regularly start work in plots before they are actually ready, become liable for poor plastering/taping and jointing and are forced to carry out re-decs because they never got signed off that a plot was complete.
A lot of this could be avoided if the painter would only take the time and trouble to obtain things like:
1. Plot Plaster/Taping & Jointing Quality Confirmation
2. Pre-Plot Commencement Sheet
3. Plot Completion Sheet
I know it's not 'rocket science, but if you're unsure of what should be included in the above and would like to start using, get in touch.
Happy Estimating
Mark
Painting Estimator