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    Aug 5, 2008, 09:35 AM
    Rates in Southeastern Ct for exterior trim painting
    I am trying to find out what the going rate for scraping and painting exterior trim,and recaulking windows,on split level home.
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    Aug 5, 2008, 02:33 PM
    The only way to get an exact rate is to call at least 3 painting contractors for a free bid. Labor rates control the cost and they vary from state to state and even city to city. I usually get 3 bids and take the middle bid unless they are wildly far apart.
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