Few things help a house sell like fresh paint. It’s one of the first things buyers see, in person and in listing photos, and it tells them the home has been cared for. Painting before you list helps show the house off properly, from the curb to the bedrooms.
Start with curb appeal
Buyers form an opinion before they reach the front door. Outside, the projects that make the biggest difference are:
The front door. A fresh, inviting color is a small job with a big impact.
Trim and shutters. Crisp trim makes the whole house look sharper.
Faded or peeling siding. Worn paint makes buyers wonder what else has been put off.
Rotted wood is worth fixing before you list, too. Inspectors look for it, and it’s easier to deal with before an offer than during negotiations.
Inside: clean, fresh, and easy to picture
Scuffs and marks on walls, trim, and doors that won’t wash off.
Very bold or very personal colors. They can make it harder for buyers to imagine their own furniture in the room; lighter, softer colors appeal to more people.
Ceilings that have yellowed over the years.
Dings and nail holes from pictures and shelves, patched before painting.
Paint is often the last project before the photographer arrives, so build it into your listing schedule:
Your estimate: the written proposal usually arrives by email within 3–4 business days.
The job: most residential jobs take less than a week; larger ones can run up to two weeks.
Tip: tell us your listing date when you request your estimate, so we can plan the schedule with it in mind.
The warranty goes with the house
Limited warranty: 3 years on newly painted non-flooring surfaces, 1 year on stained surfaces and flooring. If you sell your home during the warranty period, the warranty transfers to the new owner, which is a nice extra to mention to buyers. See the full warranty.
Paying for it
Financing is available through Wisetack if you’d rather pay over time; see Financing for the details. No credit card fees, ever.
