Paint Sprayer - Is it worth it?

[Alex Nelson]

I'm about so close on my first investment property and I'm exploring my renovation options. I've painted rooms using rollers and crushes before and it's definitely not my favorite activity. I've been looking into getting a paint sprayer that will make the task of painting much easier. Since I plan to continue investing after this first place, i want to get a paint sprayer that i will be able to hold onto for multiple years that will get me through many projects. 

My question is:

1) Is it worth it to but a paint sprayer in your opinion? Or should i suck it up and put some sweat into it instead.

2) What sprayer would you recommend? I've been looking at the Wagner Flexio 970 because it has a long hose that would allow me to paint up to a second story, but I've read some worrying things about Wagners. Is there a better sprayer for your money that will be reliable?

[Chad Gaddie]

@Alex Nelson I have a love / hate relationship with sprayers. You really have to ask the hard question of how much you will really use it. If you will use it a lot, then it is worth the learning curve. If you will use it infrequently, it is a hassle to get it ready, learn to be good at spraying, and cleaning.