27th July 2021 / Prue Fletcher: The Ultimate Home Maintenance List for Every Season

As we emerge from Lockdown 5.0, try not to let our new found freedoms be the reason we fall behind in the good progress we've made around the house over the last few weeks.

Home ownership comes with responsibilities and if you neglect even simple jobs then the to-do list can grow and become quite intimidating. Unattended maintenance tasks, such as cleaning gutters or fixing a roof tile, can cause bigger problems and become expensive to fix, especially as the weather deteriorates.

So while the relaxing of some restrictions let us roam a little more freely outdoors, if you're planning on putting your home on the market, this is your sign to 'stay the course' and keep ticking off your to-do list in the lead up to a successful Spring campaign!

• Front fence - Is it in good condition? Does it need vines pulled away, a paint job or repairs?
• Front lawn - Is it lush and tidy or patchy and in need of some TLC?
• Pathway - Are there cracks that need to be fixed? Would paving paint give it a nice facelift?
• Front door - Is it fresh, inviting and makes a good first impression
• Windows - Are they clean and do the surrounds need filling or painting?
• Facade - Does it need to be pressure-washed or repainted?
• Interior walls - Are they all looking pristine or freshly painted in neutral tones?

• Architraves - Are they chipped, dented, or need new paintwork?
• Flooring - Are the carpets clean and in good condition or are there floorboards underneath which could be polished?
• Kitchen - Are the cabinets in good condition? Would painting them improve and modernise the space? Does a benchtop need replacing? Are the cupboards neat and tidy showing off ample storage space?
• Bathrooms - Are the tiles in good shape? Does the grouting need to be cleaned or replaced? If the tiles are dated, would they be better painted with tile paint?
• Laundry - Is there ample storage and useful counter space?
• Back yard - Are the plants trimmed and garden beds weeded? Would planting some flowers and pots of colour add some wow factor?
• Pool - Is it clean, properly fenced and surrounding areas furnished with an inviting setting?

If you are considering selling, this is the ideal time for potential vendors to make contact with their agents and to begin preparing their homes for a Spring campaign.

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List revised via Domain.com.au