Does your house have curb appeal? Can we give it a little more pizzazz to draw the buyer in? Creating curb appeal will add dollars to your house’s final selling price.
Inspect the surrounding grounds.
- Have you removed any debris, construction materials, old household items, etc.?
- Have you removed any toys, bicycles, and scooters from the front of the house?
- Have you stored garbage cans out of sight or in the garage?
Inspect the roof, gutters, and windows.
- Is the roof free and clear from obstructions?
- Are the gutters clear of debris and neatly hung?
- Are the windows sparkling clean and free from obstructions (such as overgrown bushes and trees)?
- Are there any loose shingles in need of repair?
Inspect the condition of the siding and window/trim caulking.
- Is it time to power wash the siding?
- Is any touch-up painting needed?
- Look at your house from across the street. Does it look tired or faded? If so, a paint job may be in order.
Keep the lawn neatly groomed and in winter keep the snow removed.
- Is the lawn free from weeds and brown spots?
- Is the lawn free from leaves and grass clippings?
- Is the lawn neatly edged?
Is your landscaping at least average for the neighborhood?
- If not, buy some bushes and plant them.
- Are existing bushes, trees, and shrubs neatly pruned?
- If you have a flower bed, buy a few mature flowers and plant them.
Make your entryway inviting.
- Is the front door in good shape?
- Could your front door use a fresh coat of paint?
- Place a new, colorful welcome mat at the front door.
- Place a nice big potted silk plant in the entryway, next to the door.
- Polish your handle, lock, and knocker or purchase a new set.
- Make sure your street numerals are polished and in place.
- Make sure the porch and steps are swept.
- Make sure your front door lock and key work easily and fit properly.
Keep your back yard tidy.
- If you have a pool or spa, keep it freshly maintained and constantly cleaned.
- If you have dogs, be sure to constantly keep the back yard free of “debris”.