One of the most commonly suggested home improvement actions from real estate professionals and home appraisers is to invest in professional
home exterior painting. Having your house painted will not only cover faded or worn-down paint, but it will also enhance the appearance and appeal of the home. Paint has the power to update, improve and accentuate the unique architectural elements of your house, making it more visually appealing. The appearance and condition of the exterior of your home are some of the very first things noticed by guests or potential buyers if you’re in the market to sell. It will also be one of the first things noted in a home inspection and valued by a home appraiser.
While it is clear that painting your home can improve its appeal and attraction, new exterior paint, and even just paint touch-ups, can increase the financial value of your home from 2-5%. Combined with an estimated return on investment of 51%, hiring a professional painter to revamp your home exterior can be a worthwhile investment.
Help You Sell Your Home
As potential buyers search for available homes, the first picture they see on an online listing is one of the home’s exterior. It is also the first thing they see as they pull up for a showing. With such a tight and competitive real estate market, sellers are investing time and money in making improvements that will attract buyers. With a well-done paint job and the right colors, you may be able to sell your home sooner.
Provide Protection
High-quality paint on the exterior walls of your house will serve as one of your home’s primary lines of defense against weather, insects, heat and other damage. Chipped and peeling exterior paint makes your home susceptible to the effects of rain, snow, ice, frost or high humidity. Exposed cracks in the paint can trap moisture and damage the wood. Damaged wood can come in the form of cracking, flaking, rot and mildew and is an inviting place for termites. Painting your home in lighter colors can also deflect the damaging ultraviolet rays, extending the life of your paint job, while helping to cool down your house and save energy.
If you are thinking about painting the exterior of your home, you’ll want to hire professionals. Painting your home requires a financial investment, but it can also be time-consuming to get it done right, so this is the time to hire a professional.
