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A home showing lets you showcase your home’s potential to interested buyers. It’s the opportunity to make a tremendous or disappointing first impression. You’ll want to clean and spruce up your home to look appealing to the average buyer. You don’t have to renovate your entire home, but it should be clean, organized, and decorated nicely. Fortunately, some of the most effective ways to show a house don’t involve much work or money.
Remove Clutter and Trash
When prospective buyers tour your home, you don’t want them to see a ton of clutter, personal belongings, or evidence of pets. You want to give the impression that the home is in good hands and is kept relatively clean. If you have excessive belongings, clutter, or trash strewn about on furniture or floors, put them away or remove them. Not all buyers will consider a home with pets, so cleaning up after any pets you have is essential. Tuck litter boxes away and be sure they’re clean. Put personal papers and belongings out of sight or neatly tucked away. Make the beds, put away clothes, and organize blankets or towels.
Throw away or recycle any trash, and then take trash bags out to the dumpster or bin—no one wants to smell trash when touring a home! If you have a lot of clutter, dirt, or trash, now is the time to get rid of it and start fresh. Trash bins may not hold all the trash bags you’ll need to get rid of, so you’ll want to find or rent a dumpster for convenience. You can even rent self-dumping hoppers to automatically place your clutter in a nearby dumpster, which can come in handy in homes that need a complete makeover. (Searching for self-dumping hoppers near me yielded many results in my area.)
Landscape Overgrowth
No one wants to climb through a jungle to access a backyard or entryway door. Unless you need extra help, hiring a landscaper to make your yard look great is unnecessary. You must clean up any yard waste or branches, keep the lawn relatively manicured, and trim any excess plant growth near pathways, driveways, or entryways. Clear out any signs of bugs or pests, too. It’s time to remove the backdoor spiderweb or the wasp’s nest near the mailbox. Clean up any patio furniture. Don’t be afraid to add windchimes or welcome mats to boost curb appeal!
Freshen Up the Paint
Paint doesn’t last forever; time, fingerprints, and dirt can crack or dull any paint color. If your interior or exterior paint job has improved, clean it up and give it a fresh coat. You don’t have to repaint the entire walls if you don’t want to, but even touch-ups can make a difference when showing off a home’s potential. Be sure not to paint over dust or dirt—it can look uncareful.
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Organize Furniture
Furniture in a home can help owners visualize what it’s like to live there and how the floor plan will work with their belongings. If furniture is involved in the home showing, ensure it’s tidy and organized. Line up the couch with the coffee table. Push in dining table chairs. Clean off the surfaces and ensure any tabletop decor is dust-free and lacks clutter. If upholstery has any pet hair, dirt, or dust, utilize dusters, lint rollers, vacuums, or upholstery cleaners to clean it like new.
Add Some Decorations
Some subtle, tasteful decor can make any property look like a well-cared-for home. You can hang some framed artwork on the walls. A coffee table book can look quite charming. A dining table centerpiece showcases elegance and taste. There’s no need to spend much on high-end decor; several affordable pieces will do nicely. Decorations are the cherry on top of a home showing sundae and can make a great impression on buyers.
Clean Bathrooms and Kitchens
Bathrooms and kitchens can gather the most dirt, grime, and dust. Before scheduling a showing, clean the countertops, appliances, and kitchen sink. Also, clean any toilets, bathtubs, and bathroom sinks. The floors should be scrubbed and sparkling before anyone sets foot in them. Cleaning these high-traffic rooms shows you care.
Make Small Repairs
Do you have a door that squeaks constantly? Is there a small hole in the wall? Does a cabinet door not close fully? It’s time to make those small repairs. Minimal repairs usually only require some screw-tightening, cleaning, or affordable replacements. You don’t have to go above and beyond, but the most noticeable problems are generally the easiest to fix. Squeaky doors only need a spray of lubricant!
Conclusion
It can be exciting and intimidating to show off your home to sell, but with a few personal touches and quick repairs, you can make any home shine with potential. Make sure you clean the house in every room. Excess dust or clutter often makes the worst impression and can show buyers that the home doesn’t even see basic care. Don’t overthink it and spend much money on the showing; make it look presentable the best you can. Your real estate agent can help you if you’re stuck. Good luck!
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