Repair and clean the roof.
You can easily remove mold, leaves, and dirt from your roof by simply using a water and bleach solution. Any more involved damage may require professional work, but it’s better to do it beforehand than have a potential buyer discover at the last minute that the ceilings get suspiciously damp on rainy days. Fixing up any damaged parts of your roof can significantly improve its structural integrity.
Replace or clean gutters.
The gutters on most homes are easily damaged by the weather. It is advisable that you clean them out and make sure they look as nice as possible, but if that doesn’t seem to be enough, replacing them may be the better option to consider.
Fix the stoop or porch.
Buyers will spend a considerable amount of time here looking around when they want to come into your home. Ensure that your porch is sound and that there are no wobbly railings or missing blocks. Peeling paint, unsteady or uneven steps, or accumulated detritus are all off-putting and should be fixed promptly.
Redo the walkway or driveway.
If your walkway or driveway is broken or there is unwanted vegetation around, it is wise to fix the cracks and kill the weeds. Do whatever it takes to make your driveway look new, whether that means ordering some more gravel, having it resurfaced, or whatever the appropriate treatment is for your particular driveway.
Replace siding or repaint the exterior.
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