My name is Currie Carmichael, I’m a professional painter who’s been serving the islands between Parry Sound and Moon River since 2016. I’ve been a cottager in the area my entire life and am prepared, equipped, and ready to handle any project on the Bay.

My season generally lasts from early-June until the end of September.

I offer, for every service, a firm, quoted price. I believe this is the fairest structure for both parties. The customer gets the security of knowing the cost before committing (and thus the ability to haggle or shop elsewhere), and I charge the amount that I think the job is worth. Personally, I find charging by the hour to be undignified.

If you have any doubts about my competence, I’ve included, on this website, my list of references for you to consult. This list contains a reference for each of my past clients. This is because I am confident that every job I have undertaken has been completed correctly and professionally.

Feel free to contact me anytime. I do not charge for estimations.

Cottage Painter is fully insured by Lloyd’s through Martin Merry & Reid Limited. I have redacted my mailing address in the public copy provided here for privacy reasons. Contact me if you require the unredacted, official copy.

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Key Words

  • Contractor: Currie Carmichael, operating as Cottage Painter
  • Daily Rate: Per-day cost of labour stated on the Estimate
  • Hidden Condition: A problem not known in advance, such as rot, rust, moisture, mold, failed old paint, hazardous materials, or structural issues.
  • Job: The work to be done by the Contractor described in the Estimate.
  • Jobsite: Where the Job is done.
  • Timeframe: The time scheduled for the Job.

Contractor Obligations

  1. Maintain a High-Standard of Craftsmanship: Do the Job in a good and workmanlike manner, consistent with generally accepted trade practices.
  2. Supply Material: Supply the labour, tools, and materials, unless the Estimate says otherwise.
  3. Be Reliable: Finish within the Timeframe. Delays due to weather, manufacturer delays, Hidden Conditions, or Client-imposed delays are not the Contractor’s fault.
  4. Be Orderly: Keep the Jobsite reasonably tidy for the duration of the Timeframe and leave it clean upon completion.
  5. Be Insured: Carry Commercial General Liability insurance (see Proof of Insurance) and maintain WSIB coverage as required by Ontario law.

Client Obligations

The Client must provide the following to the Contractor:

  1. Boat access: A safe place to dock, if water access is needed.
  2. Site access: Safe, on-time access to work areas.
  3. Power and water: Enough electricity and running water to do the Job
  4. A ready jobsite: The jobsite doesn’t require additional work before the Job can begin
  5. Storage: A dry, secure spot for the Contractor’s gear.
  6. Pet and child safety: Keep children and pets clear of work areas, ladders, tools, solvents, and wet paint for the duration of the Job.
  7. No surprise interruptions: Don’t stop the Job or send the Contractor away for undisclosed reasons.
  8. Disclose hazards: Tell the Contractor about known dangers (lead paint, asbestos, mold, bad wiring, unsafe docks, aggressive animals, etc.).

Failure to meet these obligations may result in extra charges on the Invoice. All extra charges will discussed with the Client and agreed upon by both parties before invoice.