Book Your New Year Painting Project Now: Why December Planning Beats January Scrambling in Ottawa

Want to start 2026 with freshly painted walls? If you're waiting until January to call painters, you're already too late.

Here's what most Ottawa homeowners don't realize: painting projects require 2-4 weeks of lead time from first contact to paint hitting your walls. That means December booking gets you January painting, while January booking pushes you into February or March—right when you're competing with everyone else's New Year resolutions.

Smart Ottawa homeowners book their painting projects before the holidays. Here's why.

The Reality of Painting Lead Times

Even simple painting projects need time. Here's what happens between "I want to paint" and "painters arrive at your door":

Week 1: Consultation & Quote (3-5 business days) We schedule a walkthrough of your Ottawa home, assess the scope, discuss your vision, and provide a detailed quote. During the holiday season, scheduling can take a few extra days as everyone wraps up year-end tasks.

Week 2: Colour Selection (3-5 days) You review paint options, we provide test samples if needed, and you make final colour decisions. This step is crucial—rushing colour choices leads to regret. Take the time to see how colours look in your specific lighting throughout the day.

Week 3-4: Scheduling & Prep (1-2 weeks) We order supplies, schedule our crew, and coordinate timing with your availability. In peak season (January-March), this step alone can stretch to 2-3 weeks as contractors book up quickly.

Total Timeline: 2-4 weeks minimum

If you contact us January 2nd hoping for a "fresh start" painting project, you're realistically looking at late January or early February to start. Book in December, and we can have your crew scheduled for early January.

Why January is the Worst Time to Book Interior Painting in Ottawa

Everyone has the same idea.

The holidays end, winter settles in, and suddenly every homeowner in Ottawa is looking at their beige walls thinking "this year, we paint." Contractors get flooded with inquiries, schedules fill up, and you're stuck choosing between:

• Taking whatever dates are available (even if inconvenient)

• Waiting until March when availability opens up

• Settling for a less experienced contractor just to get it done

December bookers avoid all of this. They get:

• First choice of timing - Pick the week that works best for your schedule

• Full attention - We're not juggling 15 other January inquiries

• Better preparation time - No rushing colour decisions or prep work

Why Winter is Actually Perfect for Interior Painting in Ottawa

Many Ottawa homeowners wait until spring to think about home improvements. That's a mistake for interior projects.

Winter is ideal for interior painting because:

You're home anyway - Ottawa winters keep us indoors. Why not improve the space you're spending the most time in?

Less disruption - No summer BBQs, no kids running in and out, no patio door constantly opening. Winter means controlled indoor conditions.

Flexible scheduling - Many people have time off during the holidays or slower work periods in January and February. It's easier to coordinate when you're not competing with summer vacation plans.

Plan ahead for exterior - By tackling interior painting now, you free up your spring and summer for exterior projects that genuinely require warm weather.

Save March for planning your exterior painting, deck staining, and outdoor projects. Use January and February for interior transformations when you'll appreciate them most—during the long Ottawa winter.

What December Bookers Get

When you book your Ottawa painting project in December, you get:

✓ Priority scheduling for January dates

✓ Unhurried consultations before the holiday rush

✓ Time to thoughtfully choose colours without pressure

✓ First availability with experienced crews

✓ A fresh home to enjoy all winter instead of waiting until spring

The homeowners who start 2026 with beautiful, freshly painted homes? They're the ones reaching out to Cadence Painting right now in December.

Ready to Start 2026 with Fresh Paint?

Don't let lead times catch you off guard. If you want painting completed in January, December is your booking window.

Contact Cadence Painting today for a free consultation. We'll walk through your Ottawa home, discuss your vision, provide a detailed quote, and get you scheduled for January painting—while dates are still available.

December booking = January painting. January booking = March painting.

The fresh start you want requires planning today. Book your free consultation NOW and secure your spot before the New Year's rush begins.