View a list of repairs that help maintain
your home's value as well as the small things that buyers notice which may
ensure or cost the sale.
Major
Repairs – keep
house from losing value
roof
condition structural integrity water
damage heating, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing fixtures
Maintenance
– make
a list of what needs to be fixed in every room
cracked
windows leaky
facets broken
light fixtures missing
switch plates holes
in walls or doors pealing
wallpaper sagging
or torn screens spots
on carpet squeaky
doors missing
or broken tile stained
caulking missing
grout loose
handles loose
stairs or railing repaint
if necessary
Clear
Out
box
up all unneeded and unwanted items sell or donate things you will not be taking with you pack up next season’s clothing and recreational gear remove half of the contents of closets and cupboards pay attention to linen closets use plastic bins to organize children’s toys, and other
miscellaneous items move these items to garage, basement, or storage locker remove and replace fixtures or personal property which you will
take with you depersonalize house--remove
– children’s posters, refrigerator magnets, awards and trophies,
excessive photo collections, personal knick-knacks put
away any valuables or family treasures
Clean-Up
Begin with a thorough
spring-cleaning Kitchen and Baths must be
extra clean Keep appliances sparkling Clean off counter tops Make sure sinks, toilet
bowls, and tubs are spotless Clean windows Perform thorough cleaning
of every room Wash walls, doors, and
cupboards Clean fire places, window ledges, wood and tile floors Consider having carpet
professionally cleaned Organize basement, garage,
and other storage spaces Power-wash driveway and
walk
Consider resealing asphalt drive
Continue with daily chores:
vacuuming, dusting, making beds, emptying trash, mowing lawn, edging
walk, removing snow Keep
yard clear of toys, garbage cans, and clutter Keep
cars out of sight Keep
Garage doors closed
Appeal
to the 5 senses
Sight curb appeal lighting(light,
bright, and uncluttered) turn on lights open curtains turn on outside lights in the evening set dimmers to create warmth and intimacyflowers, plants
Sound
– best sound is silence remove noises turn off appliances close windows facing busy streets turn off TV
Taste
– make home appetizing clear
counters set out baskets of fruit or bread set table for dinner party
Touch comfortable
temperature soft carpet tight door knobs easily opened drawers doors that click shut facets that turn easily
Smell neutralize
pet odors find an out of the way area for pets clean cooking areas with vinegar trash compactors, garbage collectors and trash bins clean
and empty often sprinkle with baking soda professionally
clean carpeting, upholstery, and curtains to remove smokeuse flowers, lightly scented candles or potpourri open
window fresh
paint new
carpet
Please
take advantage of all of the resources provided, and let me know if there is
anything else I can help you with.
