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6 Maintenance Tasks To Help Sell Your Home

KEEP UP THE YARD AND WALKWAYS
Remove dead tree limbs, rake leaves and clean out flower beds even if you are not living there
CLEAN GUTTERS AND CHECK THE ROOF
Neglect can cause a dangerous domino effect.
Over flowing gutters can damage your foundation and lead to drainage issues.
Small roof cracks can cause water damage by infiltrating your home causing damaged ceilings and
walls.
SERVICE YOUR HEATING SYSTEM
Have your HVAC and furnace serviced regularly.
Have the duct work and filters cleaned, vacuum baseboard heaters.
Make sure there are no cracked flue tiles or gaps in the mortar between the bricks.
KEEP THE CRITTERS OUT
Inspect the inside and outside of your home for areas that need to be plugged up.
Stove and dryer vents should be covered with mesh to deter pests.
WASH YOUR WINDOWS
Clean windows will make your home to appear brighter and cleaner.
CHECK THE CALENDAR
Clear away lawn mowers in the fall and store snow shovels in the spring
If possible store patio furniture.