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CT. Real Estate for You - PREPARING FOR SALE CHECKLIST
I’ll
help you show your property at its best through careful
preparation.
Here are some helpful hints to best prepare your
property for the market:
INTERIOR
CHECKLIST:
۞ Check attic vents for blockage by bird
nests, etc.
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Have heating and central air systems checked by service
person and replace filters where necessary.
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Check humidifier for proper operation.
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Have service person check water softener for proper
operation.
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Check sump pump for proper operation and that cover is
securely in place.
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If appliances will remain, make sure they are in good
working condition and owner’s manuals are available.
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Check all faucets for worn washers and pipes for leaks;
repair where necessary.
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Re-caulk tub and shower enclosures.
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Have entry area brightly lit and clutter-free.
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Paint hallways and rooms off-white where necessary.
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Repair settling cracks and water marks.
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Repair loose wallpaper.
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Shampoo carpets and wax floors.
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Wash windows.
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Clean kitchen closet and cabinets.
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Clean hallway, bedroom closets, storage and basement
areas.
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Store excess furniture and possessions in attic or
basement.
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Make sure pets’ litter boxes, cages and bedding are
clean and odor-free.
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Leave lights on in dark rooms if there are no wall
switches; leave shades up and allow as much light as
possible to penetrate home.
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Increase wattage in light fixtures.
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Determine what kind of insulation you have.
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If your property has had termites or carpenter ants,
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EXTERIOR
CHECKLIST:
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Clean window wells, dry wells and storage
areas of debris.
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Exterior paint: touch-up minor areas, repaint/paint
shutters and front door.
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Roofing: secure any loose shingles, replace damaged
areas.
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Chimney: repair loose bricks, clean flue, repair chimney
cap.
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Gutters: clean and repair gutters, replace leaders and
gutters where necessary.
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Pruning: prune large trees and shrubbery, remove dead
foliage.
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Mason or stucco cracks: repair with caulking compound.
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Locks: lubricate, repair or replace locks, have keys
made for main entryways.
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Keep lawn mowed, leaves raked, driveway and sidewalks
clear depending on season.
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Area around front door should be neat.
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Check front door bell, light fixtures and mailbox.
Plants or flowers will perk up the entrance.
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Wash windows.
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Make sure house number is visible.
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Replace outside lights with higher wattage bulbs.
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Remove stored items around house, pool and garage.
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Check all windows, screens and storm doors; repair or
replace broken items.
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Remove insects and bird nests from eaves.
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Clean garage.
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Provide records on wells, septic, furnace and central
air systems (who serviced them and when last serviced).
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If available, provide land survey; define easements,
neighborhood assessments or covenants on land.
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More Ct Real Estate Preparation Tips
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