When it comes time to sell, home repairs suddenly become more apparent. So whether you’ve been putting off some much-needed home renovations or want to polish the house up with a few upgrades, it’s better to invest before listing rather than lose thousands in low offers.

The following are the top five tips that can dramatically impact potential buyers and realtors as they view your home. They help bring top-dollar offers and reduce the time your property is on the market.

Paint Your Walls in a Neutral Colour

Painting is one of the least expensive home improvements and is often the one most needed from daily wear and tear. Unfortunately, oily little fingerprints and gouges in the drywall can make your home look rough around the edges. 

Prepping the walls with care and painting a complementary neutral colour on your walls gives the impression of cohesiveness without the more colourful version you may prefer. Furthermore, 

a neutral tone creates a welcoming environment where buyers easily picture themselves living.

Replace Your Old Light Fixtures With Modern New Ones

Certain elements stamp an age on your house, giving it a dated look. For example, light fixtures are decorative elements that express a particular era. Unfortunately, even the type of metal can be more unpopular now than when first installed.

By installing new, more modern light fixtures, you introduce more light and add some new polish and dimension to your home.

Update Your Kitchen Cabinets and Appliances

Your kitchen cabinets, tile, countertop, and appliances can look outdated and filthy. Whether it is an unpopular stain colour by today’s standards or they have unsightly dirt buildup and wear, people will certainly notice if your cabinets aren’t in excellent condition.

Depending on your budget, you can refinish the existing cabinets or replace them with new ones. Either option is perfect for introducing fresh, clean backsplash tile and a lovely corresponding countertop to match. 

Install New Flooring Throughout the House

No matter the actual square footage, one surefire way to make your home appear more spacious and airy is to have one flooring type and colour flow throughout the house. Think of it this way, the more times your flooring changes, the busier it becomes and creates a definitive break between rooms.

Additionally, with one type of flooring, you have fewer transition strips from one room to the next. It is also an opportunity to screw down any loose subfloor boards to prevent them from squeaking.

Tip: Choose your flooring first and coordinate it with your cabinetry before choosing your wall colour. 

Add a Fresh Coat of Paint to Your Front Door

The front of the house is the first thing a potential buyer will see, and the more appealing your curb appeal is, the more excited they will be to come inside. When they walk up to the front door, you want their first impression to be of a clean, beautifully painted finish rather than the dusty and peeling version you made do with before putting the house up for sale. Choose a colour complimenting your home’s exterior without looking out of place.

Make Your House Shine on the Real Estate Market

Planning your upgrades and doing them are entirely different things. Regarding home renovation, you want the project done with exceptional quality, not the “good enough” DIY job you learned online. 

Instead, trust the experts at Homestyle Renovations in Saint Joachim, ON., who have the knowledge and experience to handle all your renovation needs. Their professional team ensures you receive the finest finishing details with attention to detail on every project, whether you are selling or deciding to stay. 

Don’t let outdated, rundown features spoil your home’s first impression. Book your renovation consultation online or call 519-796-5448 today!