How to Get the Exterior of Your Property Ready for Sale

When you are selling your house, it is important that you get a few key jobs done before anyone visits.  While interior stuff is very important, you want to be sure that the exterior of your property is welcoming, clean and creates that great first impression.  Here are some of the key jobs to do to ensure this happens.

Wash or paint the house walls

Around Leek there is a mixture of house types, some of which have plain brick while others have rendering.  Whatever type of walls your home has, it is important to ensure they look smart.  This might mean washing them or having someone use a pressure washer on them.  Or it might mean a coat of fresh paint on the rendering to freshen up the look.

Gutter and roofline cleaning

Gutter cleaning is a key part of ensuring rainwater goes where it should – into the downpipes and the drains.  Blockages such as leaves or other debris as well as loose brackets can all lead to gutters not working properly.  Gutter and roofline cleaning looks at the guttering and the elements around it to make sure they are clean and operate smoothly.

Driveway maintenance

Depending on the type of driveway you have, the maintenance it needs will be a little different.  If you have a concrete, block paving or other type of solid driveway, then driveway cleaning is usually done with a pressure washer.  This is the same for pathway cleaning on the areas around the drive.  If you have gravel on your drive, then the cleaning process is a little more careful to avoid pushing the gravel away.

Tidy the patio and decking

If you have a patio in your garden, patio cleaning will remove all of the mould and algae that can build up over time.  Similarly, decking cleaning uses the pressure of the water to remove any dirt and grime from the wood to restore its original look.  This helps to make the garden look smart and tidy.

Restore your conservatory

For homes with a conservatory, it is important to get this looking great for the potential buyer and this means more than uPVC cleaning.  Conservatory cleaning and restoration services involve cleaning all of the glass and uPVC but also handling any damage to it such as scuffs or scratches.  A finishing sealant is then added to protect the uPVC going forward.

Smarten up outside elements

Finally, check any other outside elements of the property and make sure they are looking good.  This might mean getting someone to do solar panel cleaning if you have solar panels.  Or it might mean putting a fresh coat of stain on the shed.  It could be a case of repainting the garage door and making sure all the windows are clean.

Once you have done these jobs, it is easier to keep on top of things ready for potential buyers to view the house.  The house will then be ready to do its bit and welcome them!