How To Avoid Putting People Off Your Home

Because of the ever competitive UK housing market, homeowners are encouraged to make improvements to their property to make it more sellable and valuable. The installation of a conservatory or a new set of windows and doors can have the desired effect.

You also need to be mindful of the risk of making improvements that have the opposite effect and put off potential buyers.

Some good examples have been provided in this article by Aol such as building a swimming pool, poor decoration or converting a garage into an extra bedroom.

We have put together some other home no-no’s below:

1. Failing to look after your garden

You should give your garden regular TLC, even in winter, as it’s one of the first things people will notice when walking towards your front door. An unkempt lawn and the sight of dead plants and weeds won’t create a good impression.

2. Having a messy interior

Similar to the above point, the inside of the house needs to be looked after. Everywhere should be hoovered and polished, with any clutter hidden away. Remember to also wash any dirty crockery and put it away.

3. Unpleasant aroma

Try and avoid cooking anything too pungent before someone comes to visit your home. A sweet smelling house that stimulates the nostrils of guests can alone help to make people fall for the property.

4. Noisy neighbours

If your neighbours are prone to playing loud music at inappropriate times of the day then have a polite and quiet word with them beforehand. If that doesn’t work you should contact your local authority and leave it for them to deal with.

Visual are regularly employed to make homes more valuable and appealing. Whichever area of your house needs bringing up-to-date, we will have a solution.

Contact us for assistance.