Can You Increase the Value of Your Home by Painting?

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In short, yes. Painting your home is one of the few home improvement projects that almost always provide a return on investment (ROI). It is one of the best-kept secrets to making a great first impression and selling your home as quickly as possible.

Depending on the previous appearance of your paint job and the quality of the new paint job, you can typically expect a 110% to 140% ROI. That means if you spend $7,500 on a high quality paint job from a professional company, it could increase the value of your home by $10,000 – an ROI of over 130%.

If you are thinking of investing in a professional paint job to enhance the resale value of your home, consider first that prospective homebuyers make their decision within the first few minutes of being there. Does it have potential? Rather than worrying about every nook and cranny, focus on creating a lasting impression.

Here are five simple strategies to ensure you get the best value possible:

Consider your curb appeal

One of the easiest ways to guarantee a great first impression is to paint your front door and possibly the whole front entryway. Don’t get carried away picking out colourful schemes – you want it to enhance the look of the exterior of your home – not just be eye-catching. Consider the colour of siding, trim, and brick you already have and pick a colour in the same family. Look to see what your neighbours are doing and if there is a common theme.

Touch ups

Whether it’s the trim, walls, ceilings or fixtures make sure everything is in good condition. Take a walk through your house or around the exterior to look for chips, cracks or fading. A quick touch up in these areas can make a huge difference.

Stick with neutral

Colours are such a personal choice, one that a potential buyer may not agree with you on. Make it easy for them to envision themselves living there by sticking to a neutral pallet. It may seem boring to you, but you don’t want to scare people away with your bright pink bathroom.

Finish those overdue projects

We know what it’s like, you get busy with life and didn’t have a chance to finish attaching the baseboards or your freshly painted cupboards don’t have knobs yet. You may have been living with these issues on your home fix-it list, but it is this unfinished business that a new owner will notice first. Do yourself, and them, a favour by completing any overdue home projects.

Go green

Always choose paint products with low or non-VOC’s as they contribute to respiratory illness, headaches and are simply bad for the planet. If you choose to use environmentally friendly products, you can stress to the new homeowner the value of your choice.

Still have questions about professional painting and how it could increase your home’s value? We’d love to hear from you! You can reach us by emailing info@evolvepainting.ca or by calling us 780.993.9969.

 

 

 

 

How Do I Maintain My New Paint Job?

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There is nothing quite as satisfying as having your home beautifully painted by a professional. It is an investment in the appearance as well as the value of your home, so it is wise to take certain steps to protect it.

It is inevitable that there will be some wear and tear, but following these steps will ensure that your paint job looks great and lasts for years to come.

One thing to keep in mind – fresh paint typically takes weeks to dry properly. Don’t make the mistake of thinking it is ready to be washed when it may actually still be wet.

Interior paint maintenance:

  • Only use high-quality paint – Even the best paint job will have lacklustre results if the right paint products are not used. A high-quality paint product will ensure that you won’t have a problem with your paint fading, even in direct sunlight.
  • Clean stains and spots immediately – This ensures easy removal as the longer dirt or grime sits on the wall, the harder it will be to remove. All you need is water and a gentle, damp sponge.
  • Keep an eye out for damage – Watch for mould in humid rooms like your bathroom or basement and look out for any wall damage in other rooms – fix any issues as soon as possible.

Exterior paint maintenance:

  • Inspect the exterior of your home – A regular inspection of the exterior surfaces of your home will prevent mould and mildew from forming and spreading. Any excess dirt left behind from wind, rain or snow will compromise the paint as well.
  • Pressure wash – It’s a good to get into the habit of pressure washing the exterior of your home about once a year, especially if there is mould or mildew present.
  • Avoid using products with TSP – TSP or Tri-sodium phosphate should not be used to clean your paint both inside and out. The chemicals will de-gloss and compromise the paint.

If you follow these guidelines and properly maintain your interior and exterior paint job, your home will retain its value and look beautiful for years to come.

Have other questions about professional painting? We’d love to hear from you! You can reach us by emailing info@evolvepainting.ca or by calling us 780.993.9969.

Should I Hire a Professional to Paint My House?

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Painting a room, not to mention an entire house, takes a lot of time, effort and energy. If you are debating between a DIY project and hiring a professional, consider first the value of your own time.

Professional house painters will get the project done is much less time and save you the hassle and headaches that typically come with doing it yourself. Not only that, but they will do a noticeably better job. When it come to increasing the value of your home, a professional painter will focus on details like straight lines and smooth walls using the best products available.

Here are some of the essential details that a professional painter can help you with:

Planning

A professional painting company will work with you, the homeowner, to decide how many rooms you need painted, how many colour choices you will need to make and, most importantly, how long it will take to finish. There is nothing worse than starting a project only to find that you underestimated how long it would take.

Select a colour palette

A professional painting company has access to the best possible products as well as connections with other reputable home improvement specialists such as interior designers who can help you decide on the perfect colour palette for you and your home.

Decide on a paint finish

As with selecting a high quality paint product, a professional painter will help you choose a finish to best suit each room. You may not know that different finishes can affect the overall look and performance of the paint. For example, flat or matte finishes are perfect for bedrooms or guest rooms, while pearl or satin finishes work best in a bathroom or kitchen.

Prepare the room

A full-service painting company will ensure that your household items are protected before they begin painting. It is usually best if the homeowner packs up small or delicate items themselves as well as moving any light furniture. Then, the painters will move any heavy or large items to the centre of the room and cover with drop cloths.

Protect floors and woodwork

Good service means bringing high quality drop cloths and painters’ tape along to ensure that your flooring, carpets and trim remain paint-free throughout the job.

Repair and prepare walls

A professional painting company will assess your walls before beginning any project. They look for nail holes, cracks, chipping, pealing and any other wall damage that will need to be repaired before any paint is applied. Once the walls are fixed up, they need to be properly cleaned to ensure that the paint sticks and you get the perfect paint job.

Painting

Professionals take special care to evenly apply paint so that you are completely satisfied with the results. Hiring a reputable professional means having it done right the first time.

Final cleanup

It is important to hire a full-service painting company so that you know the final cleanup is taken care of. No one wants to come home to a huge mess. You should come home to beautiful walls – that’s it.

Sounds like a lot of work, right? Rather than spending your precious free time doing it yourself, let a professional painter take care of the work for you. Now you can simply sit back and enjoy the results.

Have more questions about hiring a professional painter? We’d love to hear from you! You can reach us by emailing info@evolvepainting.ca or by calling us 780.993.9969.