Most real estate agents agree that painting the house before selling it is a strategic move. House prices in the Greater Toronto Area are still going up. Why not make the home as marketable as possible? The cost of a basic paint job is not expensive and the return on the money spent is very good.
Home “shows well”. What does that mean?
It means that it looks nice, creates great first impressions, and has great “curb appeal”. All in all, it just helps the Real Estate Agent sell it faster and get the best possible price. The aroma of freshly baked muffins was recommended years ago, but consumers are a little wiser these days.
Keep in mind that the great majority of possible buyers will be searching for a home on their computer. So stunning images of your home will make it a very desirable home.
Should I paint my entire Home?
If time permits, and considering the Return On Investment possible, paint as much as possible. It will be better and will affect the house’s price.
The Outside
The painted surfaces have to be in perfect condition. Any damaged wood or rusted metal should be addressed. Peeling and faded paint is an eyesore that does not help with curb appeal. If the overall condition is good, painting the front door and the garage door makes a big difference.
The Interior
Fresh paint helped sell this home
How much painting is necessary, depends on how much time there is before listing your home. If certain areas are in good condition they may not require attention. The Ceilings: do they look white and bright? A freshly painted ceiling makes the house look more huge. Look for possible cracks and signs of water leaks (brown stains). But, if the ceiling is in good condition, isn’t necessary to be painted.
The colours:
You have to know that different families have different styles of colours. Things don’t have to be off white or bland at all.
Have several lively and neutral colours available to please every future owner’s taste in style. By being as objective as possible try to see through the eyes of a future homeowner what colours of yours they may not like.
The doors:
In general, doors are painted in glossy enamel which is quite durable. It is sometimes possible to wash some of the doors around the door handles avoiding the need to paint them.
Hallways and main areas: They see a lot of abuse and that’s what usually needs painting. If the colour is neutral, one coat of paint may be enough.
Kitchen and bathrooms, paint them. This is where you would get the most return for your investment. To have a great view of the kitchen and clean and bright bathrooms will make a great impression. When a house shows well, you will likely get a buyer faster and at a better price.
Don’t forget to ask your Real Estate agent’s opinion on whether you should paint your house before selling it. Ask their opinion about what areas need attention and what colours work well with buyers these days.
An experienced company can also help you pick the right colours. JXF Painting Service is your Toronto Painting Contractor. We have worked with a lot of Real Estate professionals and Staging Experts and over the years we have contributed to the sale of quite a few Toronto Homes.
Call us (647) 889-7967 or write us an email info@jxfpaintingservice.ca to speak about painting your home before selling it.