7 small jobs worth sorting before you sell your home

When you are getting a home ready to sell, the big things are mostly out of your hands. The small things are not, and buyers notice them. A dripping tap or a wobbly shelf makes people wonder what else has been left.

Here are seven jobs that make a real difference for very little.

1. Fix the drips and leaks

A dripping tap or a damp patch under the sink makes a buyer think of water damage. Most are a quick fix: a new washer, a tightened joint, or fresh sealant around the bath.

2. Change the light fittings that do not work

Dark rooms look smaller. Swap tired or broken fittings and make sure every bulb works, especially in hallways and on the stairs.

3. Fill and paint

Fill the holes from old pictures and shelves, then give scuffed walls and woodwork a fresh coat. Light, neutral colours help buyers picture their own things in the space.

4. Sort doors that stick

A door that drags or will not close is the kind of thing people try during a viewing. It is usually a hinge or a little planing.

5. Tidy the garden

Cut the lawn, trim the hedges and clear the green waste. The garden is often the first thing a buyer sees, and the photos for the listing will thank you too.

6. Fix the fence and the gate

A leaning fence panel or a gate that drops says “work needed”. Both are quick to put right.

7. Put things back on the wall, straight

Shelves, mirrors and curtain poles that hang straight and feel solid make a room look finished.

Short on time?

Moving is busy enough. If you would rather hand over the list, send me a message with what needs doing and I will come back with a price.