A big question for parents (whether they be traditional, single, step, or grand-parents), though, is how to know when a youth is headed for more serious problems, or when bad behavior is just a kid being a kid..
Expect to pay $200-$400 to have a 12x12-foot room painted by a licensed contractor with brand-name paints; a 15x20-foot room or larger runs $300-$700 or more; and a 1,200-1,500 square foot home is $1,100-$2,000 or more. Having the ceiling painted bumps the cost to the high end of the scale.
Know what factors contribute to the cost of changing the exterior paint color of your home. Angieâs List members report paying an average of $3,737 for exterior house painting. Some contractors say prices can range from $2,200 to $7,500 to paint a two-story home. The best way to estimate cost is to know the condition of your home.