Major and minor repairs to do before selling your home

There really is no limit to the number of repairs you can do to your home in order to increase its appeal to potential buyers. However, doing all these repairs is not realistic or within the budget. Instead, it’s wise to pick and choose the most effective repairs you make to maximize cost savings and return on investment. Read on for recommended major and minor repairs to consider when putting your home on the market.

Minor home repairs

Buyers are almost always looking for a move-in ready property. And if they’re not, they’re always impressed by a freshly painted, plaster-walled house. For these reasons, repairing minor drywall damage and repainting your home is a fantastic and profitable investment. It just makes the property that much more attractive to buyers, but be sure to use neutral colors like beige, taupe, tan, and gray. These colors are more welcoming and open up small spaces, but also allow potential buyers to imagine their personal touch. Additional minor repairs to consider include upgrading cabinet hardware, replacing plumbing fixtures like faucets and showerheads, upgrading light fixtures (both interior and exterior), installing decorative outlet covers, and replacing Steam cleaning of carpets and floors.

Major home repairs

When it comes to selecting the most important or cost-effective major repairs for your home, it’s best to consult a home inspection professional for an accurate assessment of your property. Safety is the top concern, followed by liability and investment protection. This means that it is important to fix anything that could jeopardize these areas in the short or long term. Examples include roof repairs, siding repairs, plumbing repairs, basement and attic repairs, foundation repairs, and water leaks. Other major home repairs to consider include fences, patios, in-ground pools, lawn drainage, power washing, and landscaping.

Hire a Professional Home Remodeling Contractor

Once you decide which repairs are most important to your property, it’s time to hire a professional general contractor for all your maintenance and renovation needs. Be sure to choose a licensed and insured home remodeling contractor with sufficient experience in the home and building construction industry. They must have the knowledge, skills, and resources to undertake your home remodeling project and complete the job in a time frame that is convenient for you. Before making a final hiring decision, you can ask for references and read reviews from past clients to better understand how a contractor runs their business.