Home Detailing - Part 1

EXTERIOR

• New floor mat at entry way.
• Install new mail box and post if aged.
• Repaint exterior or trim if needed.
• Pressure wash home and driveway.
• Keep front porch clean. Pick up newspapers and flyers.
• Replace any missing shingles.
• Clean the gutters.
• Replace or repair shutters if needed.
• Clean the shutters.
• Repair any broken boards on the fence.
• Remove old, rusted tools, swing sets, lawn furniture.
• Remove dead trees, shrubs, limbs, flowers, leaves, weeds, debris.
• Garbage cans need to be stored neatly.
• Mow and edge the lawn.
• Add mulch to flower beds.
• Remove toys and bikes from the yard.
• Plant fresh growing flowers and plants.
• Paint, stain or varnish the front door.  Add new hardware. Add a brass kick plate.
• Oil squeaky doors.
• Wash the windows and clean the screens.

• The foyer creates the desire to see more. Make sure it is clean, no cluttered furniture, light fixtures should sparkle. General area should be inviting.
• A small entrance table with fresh flowers adds a nice touch.

• 50% of hanging clothing should be removed.
• No boxes. No clutter. No items on the floor.
 

• Put away collections, i.e.: figurines and fragile items.
• Store political, religious, sports and momentous as well as business awards, etc.  Buyers will spend too much time looking at the awards instead of your home.
• No animal fur rugs.
• Minimal family photos.

• Clean out the fireplace.
• Clean the light fixtures.