Avoiding minor home repairs could be a big turnoff for buyers. A burnt-out lightbulb or chipped wall paint won’t bother most home-owners. But if your home is listed for sale, these small defects won’t go unnoticed with buyers. When they visit your home for a showing, they want to be impressed with every aspect of your space, from top to bottom. Small home repairs could make a big impact on buyers, and could also hurt you in the final sale.
That’s why Toronto home staging companies like Baraka GTA Home Staging ensure each seller’s home is in perfect condition. From broken door handles to missing floor tiles and wall scratches, they will ensure that all the small home repairs are taken care of as they finish each room. If you’re a seller who’s preparing for a sale, here’s a handy checklist to ensure you tackle minor home repairs as well.
Improvements in the kitchen
Kitchens have become the new gathering space in every home. As a hub for family gatherings and entertaining, this space needs to be in tip-top shape. Most buyers don’t want to deal with repairs when they move in. So, here’s a list of fixes you can tackle as part of your home staging:
- Squeaky cabinets
- Dirty appliances
- Drawers or cupboards that don’t close properly
- Leaky faucets
- Greasy oven
Bathroom repairs
Your bathrooms should be home-staged in a way that welcomes buyers into a retreat. Spa-like bathrooms won’t go unnoticed among buyers. Here are a few handy fixes you can make to ensure there are no issues in this space:
- Loose or missing floor tiles
- Dirty mirror
- Dripping faucet
- Stained fixtures
Address any issues in the living spaces
From your living room to the home office and even a recreation room in the basement, your living spaces may have a number of issues that you’ve overlooked. Home staging in these rooms should address repairs to the following:
- Burnt out light bulbs
- Cracked floor tiles
- Ripped carpet
- Broken door handles
Outdoor fixes
A buyer’s first impression of your home starts at the curb. Before they come inside, they’re already making a judgment call about your house. That’s why minor repairs outdoors are critical to creating that “wow” factor among buyers. As part of your home staging, don’t neglect any of these issues:
- Cracked windows
- Ripped window screens
- Dead plants
- Chipped paint
- Weeds
Small fixes for the master bedroom
Lastly, after a long day, homeowners retreat to their master bedroom to unwind. This can be difficult to do when buyers only see a long list of repairs they need to fix. Be sure to address the following issues in your home staging:
- Chipped paint
- Nicks or dents in the wall
- Cracked electrical outlets
- Furniture damage
Avoiding minor home repairs could be a big turnoff for buyers.
Fixing minor repairs as part of your home staging can certainly impact the outcome of your final sale. That’s why Toronto home staging companies don’t overlook these small home improvements. If you’re a seller who needs expert assistance in home staging, contact Baraka GTA Home Staging. Our professional team will ensure your space makes buyers feel at home by using lighting, furniture and accessories from our immaculate, premium selection. Contact Baraka GTA Home Staging at 416-992 9494.