There are various factors that determine when you should repaint your home such as the type of surface and quality of the paint. If the interior of your home is being painted, it typically lasts 5 to 10 years while the exterior paint lasts 5 to 7 years.
As repainting your home is a big investment, you’re probably wondering exactly when is the best time to do so. While every home is different depending on the climate you’re in and the materials, there are specific things you can look out for.
Here are some signs it’s time to repaint your home:
- Wear & Tear
- Fading
- Moisture Stains & Mold
- You No Longer Love the Color
- You’re Selling Your Home
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Wear & Tear
Have paint that’s peeling, cracked, or bubbling? Once this starts happening, the paint can easily begin to chip away over time and create large areas of peeling paint. If this is happening on your home’s exterior, it can lead to long term damage. For example, if there’s wood panels with peeling paint, long term exposure to rain or snow can cause it to rot and create costly, long-term damage.
Fading
It’s normal for the paint in your home to fade over time from the heat in the room, fluctuating temperatures, and lightbulbs. On the exterior, fading comes from years of standing up to intense sunlight, heavy rain, and snow. If you’re starting to get splotchy faded spots or it looks flat overall, repainting will give your home the facelift it needs.
Moisture Stains & Mold
Often, moisture stains such as in your bathroom or kitchen can easily be wiped away. However, constant moisture can lead to deeper problems if they’re not treated correctly. If water regularly seeps through the paint, it can cause mold to grow within your home. If you have stubborn stains that can’t be easily removed, a painting professional will be able to take a look and determine the best course of action.
You No Longer Love the Color
You should love every part of your home, including the paint colors. Studies on color have shown that they’re able to boost your mood and make you feel more relaxed. If you’re unsure of what color to go with, a professional will be able to provide you with plenty of options that you can sample to decide on what looks best with your aesthetic.
You’re Selling Your Home
According to a report by HomeGain, painting the interior of your home results in a 107% return on investment while painting the exterior leads to a 55% return on investment. For example, you can repaint rooms to be neutral colors. This helps potential buyers picture what it would be like for them to live there and as they may choose to keep the color and not spend extra money on painting. It also improves curb appeal and can help your home stand out from others on the market.
Let the Experts at Harpeth Painting Repaint Your Home
Whether you need to repaint your home’s exterior or interior, the experts at Harpeth Painting are here to help. No matter how big or small your project is, our painting contractors approach every painting project with an eye for detail and pride themselves on providing excellent customer service.
Ready to repaint your home? Contact us today to request a quote!