Project Schedule
When do you need your paintrtd to start, and how long will the project last?
Experienced Painting Crews
Find a Painting Crew for Your Next Project
Whether you need one painter or an entire crew, Trade Time helps painting companies connect with experienced painters for residential, commercial, and project-based work. Find the extra labor you need to keep projects moving and deadlines on track.
Finding the Right Painting Crew
Tell Us About Your Project
Type of Painting Work
Interior, exterior, commercial, residential, apartments, new construction, repainting, or specialty coatings.
Crew Size
Whether you need one painter or an entire crew, let us know how much help you need.
Experience Required
Looking for interior or exterior painters, deck & fence specialists, or experienced crew leaders?
Project Location
Knowing where the work is located helps match your request with available painters.
Why Painting Companies Use Trade Time
Extra Painting Labor When You Need It
Keep Projects on Schedule
Add experienced painters when deadlines are approaching.
Take On More Work
Accept larger projects without immediately hiring more full-time employees.
Flexible Labor
Bring in extra painters during busy seasons and scale back when work slows down.
Set Your Team Up for Success
A Quick Job Site Walkthrough Helps Everyone Work Together
Giving new painters a quick overview of the project, expectations, and who they'll be working with helps them become productive faster and keeps your existing crew moving.
First-Day Checklist
Cover these four points before work begins.
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Make the introduction
Introduce new painters to the crew lead who will assign work, answer questions, and check progress.
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Define the work area
Walk through the project scope, the surfaces being painted, and the tasks they are expected to complete.
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Review site expectations
Cover safety requirements, break times, cleanup standards, and the schedule for each workday.
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Point out tools and materials
Show where paint, equipment, supplies, washout areas, and completed materials should be kept.
How It Works
Adding Painters to Your Existing Crew Is Simple
01 · Submit Your Request
Tell us when, where, and how many painters you need.
02 · Find the Right Painters
We'll help connect you with experienced painters that match your project.
03 · Keep Your Project Moving
Additional painters join your existing crew so you can stay on schedule and take on more work.
Ready to Add Experienced Painters to Your Team?
Request PaintersFrequently Asked Questions
How do I request painters for my project?
Submit your project details, including the location, schedule, number of painters needed, and the type of work. We'll review your request and help connect you with experienced painters that fit your project.
Can I request just one painter?
Yes. Whether you need one experienced painter or several to support your existing crew, you can request the amount of labor that fits your project.
Will the painters work with my existing crew?
Yes. Trade Time painters are meant to integrate with your existing team, following your crew lead, project schedule, and job site procedures.
Can I request the same painters for future projects?
Yes. If a painter is a good fit for your business and they're available, you can request them again for future projects.
Is Trade Time for homeowners?
No. Trade Time is built for painting contractors and businesses looking for experienced painters to supplement their workforce on project-based jobs.