Did you know that around 5.51 million existing homes are sold in the United States every year? If you are looking to sell your home fast, you might need to fix up some damages first.

Consider repairing some of the major issues of your home that buyers are sure to look at before they purchase.

Here’s how to fix a house that needs repairs in order to sell it fast.

How to Fix a House by Adding Curb Appeal

The first thing that a prospective buyer will see when they drive up to the home is the exterior.

This includes items like the exterior paint, siding, garage, roofing, driveway, windows, and landscaping.

Curb appeal is how attractive the home looks like from the outside. If the paint is chipping off, shingles are missing, and the window has a crack, it might turn potential buyers away from the house without even seeing the interior of the home.

Companies like Rocky Mountain Exteriors can help you update your home’s exterior to create more curb appeal. This will help coax buyers indoors to check out the rest of the home.

Appliances and Fixtures

Before you go to sell your home, it’s best to look over all of the appliances and fixtures in the home to make sure that they are all in working order.

In the kitchen, check the microwave, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher for any problems. A common problem to find in your refrigerator and freezer is a need for Freon or coolant.

Plumbing and Electrical

Any appliances or fixtures that have water need to work without any leaks in the plumbing. Fix any leaks that occur in places like the faucets, freezers, and sinks.

Faucets should also properly turn from hot water to cold water.

Another aspect of plumbing is having working drains with no clogs. Look at the bathtubs in the home and check to see if the overflow drains are working. This will ensure the tub doesn’t overflow.

Fixing or replacing your hot water heater might also be on the to-do list if it’s an older unit. You might also have to insulate the pipes if they are in poor condition.

Make sure that all electric in the home is up to the current codes. Call an electrician to help you understand what specifically needs attention.

Your HVAC unit also should be in proper working condition and clean. The home’s thermostat should work accordingly as well.

Walls, Ceilings, and Floors

If there are any major issues with your drywall such as dents, water damage, or large holes, you should consider repairing those sections.

After that’s done, you can add a new coat of paint to the walls and ceilings of your home. This a cheap and easy way to update and refresh your home.

Think about removing any existing wallpaper. Wallpaper can age the look of the home and the design probably isn’t to the buyers taste.

Look at the condition of your flooring. This is a good time to replace or repair broken areas.

A quick task would be to steam-clean your carpet before you show the home to buyers. This way, when the buyers are going through the home, they see a clean carpet that looks like new.

Sell Your Home Fast

Knowing how to fix a house will help you sell your home quick. This is also a good way to get a return on your investment.

Bonnier Roberts Realty specializes in providing quality real estate information for realtors, FSBO, and home buyers.

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