If you’re thinking of selling your home in the near future, now is the time to perform some upkeep on the house before the real staging begins.
Check your Curb Appeal
Well in advance is when you can start on checking your curb appeal. This gives you enough time to make any repairs to the exterior of the home, fix bald spots on the lawn, repave the driveway and ensure your garden is attractive and welcoming. Curb appeal makes that important first impression, so it should be first on the list.
Walls and Roof
How do the walls and roof look from the outside? A pair of binoculars might help you spot damage that might be otherwise difficult to see. If these aren’t spotted and fixed, a buyer’s home inspection might catch them.
Basement and Garage
The basement and garage will also be on a home inspector’s list. The garage may just need a deep clean and de-clutter, but it will save you from having to do it later when you’re busy prepping your home for open houses. The basement is the most important of these two because of the structural foundation it provides a home. Any cracks or leaks should be repaired immediately. Home inspections for sellers are always an option to consider. If it’s in your budget, an inspection can help you spot and fix problems before a buyer’s home inspection catches them, making the whole process go that much more smoothly – and quickly.
The Canadian Homeowner’s Inspection Checklist is available from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for $19.95 on their website, and offers information and solutions on what to check for periodically in and around your home. This guidance can prove especially useful if you intend to sell in the near future.
