Show the room, not only the hole
Photograph the full wall, damage and surrounding texture. Describe furniture access and whether the damage is near trim, a corner or fixture. Keep photographs free of private documents and people. A remote description can help someone prepare; it cannot confirm hidden conditions or guarantee a final repair method. Record any prior work you know about.
Say what finish you expect
Decide whether the goal is a stable repair for later decorating or a completed painted wall. If you have leftover paint, record the label and age without assuming a match. Ask about texture blending, primer and repainting area. Small jobs contain separate tasks, and quotes are easier to compare when each includes the same endpoint.
Plan access and follow-up
Share the room’s use, entry constraints and limits on working hours. Ask how many visits are expected, how readiness is checked between stages and when furniture can return. Obtain a written scope from the chosen business and verify relevant Washington contractor information through L&I. This publication does not collect repair requests or assign contractors.
Keep these questions with your notes
- Photograph the wall and detail.
- State the finished result you want.
- Ask about access, visits and cleanup.
This is general planning information, not a diagnosis, site assessment or hazardous-material work instruction.