Important Things to Fix Before You Sell Your Home

So, you have decided to take the leap and put your house up for sale. You want to try somewhere new! Maybe you want to explore a different part of the city or you’d prefer to experience life away from the hustle and bustle.  

Moving homes is an exciting, yet stressful time. It can be particularly difficult if your existing home has a lot of work that needs doing before it is sellable. You want to get a great return on your property, so you have a great budget to find somewhere new.  

In order to enhance the market value of your house, you must complete any necessary repairs on your home, both inside and outside. Nobody wants to buy a house that is full of underlying issues!  

You might need to take a deeper look at each room and the area surrounding your home to check for any major issues. Identifying them before you get your house evaluated and placed on the market means you can get them fixed prior to inviting potential buyers to come and view the property.  

Here are some of the most important things that you should get fixed before you sell your current home.  

Broken Pipes

If your pipes are cracked or broken, it can cause havoc in your home. But often, you will be unaware of problems lurking deep in your drainage system unless you take a look. 

If you don’t feel comfortable checking the pipes, you can call a professional to come and take a look. This way, you can fix any issues before your home inspection so your sale can be smooth and easy. 

Damaged Roof Tiles

Having lots of damaged tiles looks unappealing on your roof, which can reduce the property’s market value and put potential buyers off. Loose tiles are also a safety hazard, as they can fall to the ground at any unexpected moment. 

Take a look or call in a professional roofer to check for damage to your tile prior to getting your property evaluated. Replace any list of broken tiles, so your roof looks perfect. 

Cracks in the Walls

If there are holes left in your walls from previous photo frames and mirrors, or there are scratches from moving furniture around, it can make your home look less valuable. 

Make sure to fill in any holes and plaster over the walls. Give your walls a new coat of paint to cover the new plaster and any scuff marks. This will brighten up the interior of your property and make your home look brand new to future buyers. 

The Heating System

If it’s the middle of summer, you might think you’ll be fine to leave the heating system broken. After all, you’ll be gone by winter! 

However, if your boiler is broken or the heating won’t turn on, this will be highlighted in your home inspection. In turn, you will have to fix it prior to completion, or you will have to reduce your selling price. 

To prepare your home for a smooth sale, get in touch with Will Doyle today.