Key numbers
NAHB's 2007 study says interior and exterior paint can last 15 years or longer, though homeowners often repaint sooner (National Association of Home Builders / Bank of America Home Equity, 2007).
| 50% | Painting the entire home is the top project Realtors recommend before listing, cited by 50% of Realtors in NAR's 2025 Remodeling Impact Report. Source: National Association of Realtors / NARI, 2025 |
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| 2% to 5% | Real estate experts estimate fresh exterior paint can increase a home's value by 2% to 5%, as reported by Consumer Reports. Source: Consumer Reports, 2026 |



