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Putting your house on the market? It’s always a good idea to spruce up the exterior and interior of your home before listing it for sale. But that doesn’t mean you have to undertake major and/or expensive project. Just a little effort will greatly increase the perceived value of your home. After all, if you wanted to undertake a large-scale project, you probably wouldn’t be selling! Did you know that most people decide whether or not they like a home within the first few seconds; that is why the initial impression is so important and needs to be a positive and lasting one! Here are some simple steps you can take and that we can help you with to increase the perceived value of your home and make a great first impression. Exterior Appearance Keep lawns cut Trim hedges and shrubs Weed and edge gardens Clear driveway and clean up oil spills Clean out garage Power wash Touch up paint Plant colourful flowers – in pots if necessary At the Front Door Clean porch and foyer Ensure door bell works Repair any broken screens Fresh paint or varnish front door Repair door locks and key access Create a Buying Mood Make sure your home smells fresh and clean Turn on lights Turn on air conditioner/heater Open the drapes Light the fireplace Create Space, Clear halls and stairs of clutter, Store surplus furniture Clear kitchen counter and stove top Clear closets of unnecessary clothing and “stuff” Remove empty boxes and containers Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs Maintenance Repair leaking taps and toilets Clean furnace and filters Tighten door knobs and latches Repair cracked plaster Apply fresh coat of pain or touch up where necessary Clean and repair windows Repair seals around tubs and basins Replace defective light bulbs Oil squeaking doors Repair squeaking floor boards Check that all plumbing in works properly (toilet, faucets, etc). No leaks or drainage problems. Check painted surfaces for chipping, peeling, etc. Determine whether repainting is necessary Check all walls for holes, seams, cuts, cracks and nail pops Check blinds for proper operation and clean Inspect all windows, doors and screens, clean out tracks and interior of windows Check flooring for cracks and problems Verify that all towel bars, toilet paper holders and soap dishes are secure and clean Make sure that all baseboards, cabinets, shelves, electrical outlets, smoke detectors are properly secured Check that all doors close properly Check heating and AC units to verify they are working properly. Clean or replace filters Check all switches and lights, replace any defective bulbs Inspect all windows, doors and screens, clean out tracks and interior of windows Squeaky Clean Clean and freshen bathrooms Clean fridge and stove (in and out) Clean around heating vents Clean washer and dryer Clean carpets, drapes and window blinds Eliminate pet odours and stains Check proper functioning of all appliances and clean Clean all cabinets inside and out Check blinds for proper operation and clean Inspect all windows, doors and screens, clean out tracks and interior of windows Bays Property can help with any and all of these things. If you are looking for professional, reliable and efficient services, please consider us. Let Bays Property Services do the home, business and garden work for you, it’s your time, spend it wisely. |
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