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Monday, 29 December 2014

Preparing The Homes For Sale In Oakville

By Stacey Burt


Choosing to sell a house is a decision that a seller could arrive at for various reasons. The motivating factors are usually very varied. Either way, the seller will need to make sure that he has adequately prepared the house before he can have it listed. You will also need to understand that when it comes to preparing the homes for sale in Oakville, there is a lot that will be expected of you.

Preparation is all about identification, planning and mapping out. You want to have a clear idea on what you need to do even before you begin to do it. As such, you must have carefully thought about the house.

Divide all tasks based on where they are located. This is mainly so because the exteriors will require different tasks than the interiors. Ensure you have identified what will be performed on the lawns, driveways and even the lawns. This will help prevent confusion.

Exteriors should always be given first priority as they often require more work to be performed. Here, you will have a driveway, kitchen garden and lawn to deal with. Lawns require mowing and weeding to be done.

In addition to mowing, there is also the issue of leaves that have fallen over the last season. This cannot be left lying on the lawn. If left there, they will cause untold damage in the form of diseases starting to breed and also creating an unsightly sight.

Deal with the interiors after raking has been done. The main task here will involve cleaning and ensuring that rooms do not appear too stuffed. Focus on having dirty windows cleaned and doors wiped clean. For the bathroom, make sure that any tiles that appear broken are fixed.

Go through all cabinets and closets and deal with all extra clothes. Make sure that last season clothes have been removed. Buyers are known to snoop around and will obviously want to check how much space is available in the closets.

It will be important to have all your carpets vacuumed. Vacuuming deals with the dust while washing helps eliminate all odors. As such, if possible, ensure that both tasks have been performed. This is to help deal with any dirt or odor that could have begun to form.

Floorboards need to be assessed to ensure that they are all in top condition. It is common for floorboards to be affected by mold due to the wetness that comes with having a carpet placed in one spot for a long period of time. By checking it, you will ensure that any problems that are present have been dealt with.

It is important to make sure that you have had a friend come over and provide his or her honest opinion on the condition of the residence. You need someone who will not shy away from telling you what they think about the tasks that have been performed. This is to help you make any changes that could be needed.




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