Sellers Checklist - Your Home's Exterior

• The exterior of your house is the most important aspect when it comes to buyer appeal. Touch up trim paint on window frames, doors, fascia, etc.
• If your lawn isn’t all that green, use fertilizer and water to help better its color. Mow and edge the lawn properly on a regular basis until the home is sold.
• Overgrown shrubbery, unwanted plant growth and obnoxious weeds should be extirpated in order to show as much of the exterior as possible.
• A low-cost investment in seasonal flowers or ground cover will add a personal touch.
• Replace missing shutters, gutters, and downspouts and eliminate any debris.
• Inspect the roof for required repairs and fix any visible broken shingles or tiles.
• Cracks in the driveway and sidewalks should be repaired at once with ready-mix cement. There are easy-to-use cleaning agents at your home repair store to remove excessive stains.
• Stucco water stains can be repaired using a mild bleaching agent.
• Fences should be mended and painted.
• If the street sweeper does not show up regularly, make sure the area in front of your curb and driveway are clear of debris. Wash it down with a hose.
• Wash all windows inside and outside.
• All of these suggestions may also apply to your back yard or child's play area.