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Pre-Sale Painting in Sydney

If you’re preparing to sell, painting is a common job to do before the listing photos. Buyers notice tired walls, marked doors and peeling trims, and fresh paint in light, neutral colours can make rooms look cleaner and brighter in photos and at inspections.

We plan the work around your sale campaign, so tell us when the photographer and the first open home are booked.

Where to focus before a sale

  • The front of the house: front door, fence, eaves and window trims that buyers see first
  • Main living areas and the main bedroom
  • Marked or scuffed walls, doors, skirting boards and frames
  • Rooms painted in strong colours that may not suit every buyer

We’ll help you work out what is worth painting for your budget and what can be left. See our exterior painting, interior painting and fence painting pages for more detail on each.

Choosing colours for a sale

Most sellers choose light, neutral colours that suit the style and age of the home and flow from room to room. A free colour consultation is included with every quote, and if your agent has colour suggestions, we’re happy to work with them.

Working to your campaign timeline

Exterior work depends on the weather, so allow extra time if the outside is included. For interiors, we work room by room and can agree a daily finish time if you’re still living in the home. If the property is vacant, let us know how we’ll get access.

Pre-sale painting FAQs

Is it worth painting before selling?

It depends on the condition of the property and your budget. Your real estate agent is the best person to advise on what buyers in your area expect. We can quote different options, from touch-ups in the main rooms to a full repaint, so you can compare.

How long does pre-sale painting take?

It depends on the size of the home and how much is being painted. We give you a written timeframe in the quote.

Can you paint the outside as well?

Yes. Exterior work can include walls, eaves, trims, front doors and fences, quoted as separate items so you can choose what to include.

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