April 3rd 2021 is DIY day and if you’re planning to sell your home we
take a look at some simple and affordable projects to help sell your
home faster and hopefully for a higher price.
Kerb Appeal
Prospective
buyers make up their minds within a few minutes of arriving so creating
a good first impression is key. Ensure your front garden is
well-maintained, windows have been cleaned and if needs be consider
repainting the front door or fences. Don’t forget the back garden too if
it needs attention as people often visualise themselves using it.
Internal Decoration
You’re
trying to appeal to buyers so if your walls need a lick of paint and
you’re planning to put your home on the market, now is the time to get
busy with a brush.
Don’t ignore the Kitchen
Often
the focal point of many homes, a kitchen makeover is one of the best
ways to add value to yours. Don’t worry, you don’t need to consider a
complete refit, think about freshening up kitchen cupboards with a new
paint job, making handles and taps a feature with modern replacements,
or rejuvenating seat cushions with pretty fabrics.
Bathroom attraction
The
bathroom can also be a big selling point, so make sure yours is looking
its best. Bathrooms often lack storage so you could install some
shelves if you’re feeling confident. Also think about simple jobs such
as replacing the toilet seat or installing a new shower head.
Interior Lighting
Clever
lighting can make your home look warm and bright, and therefore more
inviting. Think about modernising the light fixtures, using energy
efficient bulbs or adding lamps to rooms where there isn’t much natural
light.
Small problems and defects could create the
impression your home is not well cared for so be on the lookout for
things like cracked tiles, dripping taps or even holes in walls and make
sure they are dealt with before your home goes on the market as buyers
do not want to be hit with a list of jobs just after they move in.
For
more advice about selling your home or to share DIY tips, get in touch
with the Sales team at Martin & Co, we are here to help.
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