MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL DECLUTTER

Check Mechanical & Electrical Features

LIGHTS | Every light socket in and around the house should have a good light bulb of adequate wattage. Don’t overlook bulbs in the garage, utility room, halls, closets, over the kitchen sink and in the oven and exhaust hood. Repair or replace any broken switch plates. If you are not fully competent to handle these repairs, please call a professional. Clean switch plates and switches.

APPLIANCES | Those that will be sold with the home should be in proper working condition and clean inside and out. If specific equipment does not work and you do not intend to repair it, point this out to your agent.

PLUMBING | Badly chipped or irreversibly stained sinks, toilets and tubs should be re-enameled, patched or replaced. Leaky or excessively noisy toilets should be fixed as well as any dripping faucets.

SPRINKLER SYSTEM | The sprinkler system should be in good working order with no defective heads.

DECLUTTER | One of the best and least expensive ways to improve the showability of your home is to optimize and open up as much space as possible. Openness stimulates positive feelings in buyers. Overstuffed rooms or closets give the impression of being smaller than they really are. Reduce the clutter and remove excess or large items. Store your excess belongings elsewhere while the house is on the market.

DEPERSONALIZE | Remove personal items such as chotchkies and personal photos so that the buyer can visualize themselves in your home. Certain personal items may turn off buyers as well.

CLOSETS AND STORAGE AREAS | One of the frequently most requested requirements of buyers is closet and storage space. Open up your storage areas by getting rid of items you aren’t using. Organize what is left.

DEFINE AND STAGE | Each area should be furnished so its function is clear. For instance, the dining room should have a dining table and chairs in it. Stage tables with placemats, dinnerware and centerpieces.

Arrange for a Spacious Look