Pre-Listing Exterior Checklist

Listed below are some suggestions:

  1. Keep the lawn neat and tidy and freshly cut (summer months)
  2. Clear the Snow from the driveway and other walkways (winter months)
  3. Trim all bushes.
  4. Remove dead tree branches.
  5. Put flower planters near the front door, if in season.
  6. Fresh Paint or stain to the front door, garage and/or balcony.
  7. Reseed any bald spots in your grass.
  8. Repair any cracked or uneven driveways and walkways.
  9. Remove old plastic furniture from the front porch.
  10. Make sure your house number is easy to read.
  11. Clean your windows.
  12. Make sure that all your exterior lights work and that your home is well lit up at night.
  13. Make sure your backyard deck is also neat and tidy and that any gate is well oiled.
  14. Make sure the doorbell works.
  15. Remove “Christmas Lights” if selling in Spring or Summer
  16. Make sure to clean up front or backyard after any pets
  17. All drainage spouts should be directed away from the house
  18. The grading around the house should slop away from the house