Preparing your home for sale can significantly impact both sale price and speed. Here's our comprehensive checklist to maximise your property's appeal.
First Impressions (Exterior)
- Clear pathways and driveways
- Tidy front garden — mow lawn, trim hedges
- Clean windows inside and out
- Fresh door paint if needed
- Clean or replace house numbers
- Ensure doorbell works
- Clear gutters of debris
- Pressure wash paving/driveway
Declutter
- Remove excess furniture to create space
- Clear kitchen worktops
- Organise wardrobes (buyers will look!)
- Box up personal photos and memorabilia
- Donate, sell, or store items you won't need
Deep Clean
- Professional carpet clean
- Clean all light fittings
- Degrease kitchen extractor and appliances
- Descale bathrooms
- Clean grout
- Wash curtains and blinds
- Clear under sinks and in cupboards
Minor Repairs
- Fix dripping taps
- Tighten door handles
- Touch up scuffed paintwork
- Replace blown bulbs
- Fix squeaky doors
- Seal gaps around baths and sinks
- Repair cracked tiles
Neutralise
- Paint bold walls in neutral colours
- Remove very personal decor
- Consider replacing dated fixtures
- Ensure lighting is adequate
Documentation
- Find title deeds or Land Registry documents
- Gather warranties and guarantees
- Locate building regulations certificates
- Find planning permission documents
- Collect service records for boiler etc.
- Prepare EPC (we can arrange this)
Photography Preparation
- Remove cars from driveway
- Put away bins
- Close toilet lids
- Make beds
- Light fires or turn on lamps
- Add fresh flowers
Viewing Readiness
- Keep property tidy consistently
- Open curtains and blinds
- Ensure good temperature
- Consider subtle fragrance (not overpowering)
- Arrange for pets to be elsewhere
- Vacate for viewings if possible
Why Choose Haus Estates — We help sellers maximise their price through expert preparation advice, professional photography, and strategic marketing. Book your free valuation today.
