Many homeowners put off home maintenance tasks because they think purchasers are going to want to make changes when they move in. This is a false economy that could both delay your sale and lower the price you receive for your property.

Some people are seeking a fixer-upper, but they anticipate that their desire to spend time fixing it up will be reflected in the price of the property.

A neglected property can also give prospective purchasers the impression that you don’t care for it and make them question what other, more serious issues might be hiding unseen.

Therefore, it can pay to take care of any odd jobs before you put your house on the market if you want to get the best price for it in Sheffield & Rotherham.

Kerb appeal

Your home’s exterior is the first thing prospective buyers will notice, and first impressions count. Ensure that your front door is undamaged and that the door knobs are in good condition. Make sure your front lawn is neat and that all of your gates’ latches and hinges are well-greased. Check that no tiles are cracked or missing from your roof.

Interior

Repair any holes/dents in your walls, and if they look tired, consider repainting them.

Make sure your flooring is in good condition by replacing any torn carpet and any broken or chipped floor tiles. If you have dogs, steam cleaning your carpets can be an effective way of rejuvenating them.

Take the time to check that all of your lightbulbs are functioning and repair any broken light fixtures. The appropriate lighting can make even the tiniest home appealing.

The most expensive areas for purchasers to update are bathrooms and kitchens, so it makes sense that renovating them can increase the value of your home the most. However, installing a brand-new kitchen is not essential to create an improvement. Sometimes all that is required to upgrade your bathrooms and kitchen is to fix leaky taps, running toilets, and make sure built-in appliances are in good working order.

Garden or outdoor space

Fix any broken glass window panes in your shed and remove any broken or damaged items, such as cracked plant pots.

Living in our homes day in and day out can often cause us to become blind to little issues that need to be fixed, but prospective buyers will see them since they are viewing your property with fresh eyes.

It might be quite helpful to ask a trustworthy friend or family member to spend some time walking around your home, pointing out anything that you might have missed.

Alternatively, I am always happy to come and give you some advice on how you can ensure that your property is market ready, just give me a call on 07920 097 175 or send me an email to linda.stringer@exp.uk.com. If you don’t have time or feel up to fixing issues yourself, I have a list of trusted local handymen I can recommend.