{"id":71274,"date":"2021-01-19T16:01:52","date_gmt":"2021-01-20T00:01:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=71274"},"modified":"2021-12-30T11:31:38","modified_gmt":"2021-12-30T19:31:38","slug":"home-projects-to-complete-before-selling-your-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-projects-to-complete-before-selling-your-house\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Skip These 7 Home Projects Before Selling Your House"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe you\u2019ve decided it\u2019s time to leave your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/30749\/NY\/New-York\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condo in New York City<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a more spacious<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/30794\/TX\/Dallas\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> house in Dallas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> now that you can work from home. Or, maybe your family is growing and you\u2019re looking for a house with a larger yard or in a different school district. Whatever your reason is, you\u2019ve decided it\u2019s time to sell your current home. Whether this is your first time or you have experience, selling your home can be a big task. So, unless you\u2019re in a major time-crunch or on a tight budget, it\u2019s best to put a little work into your home before listing it for sale so you can sell your home quickly, and possibly for more money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From installing new flooring to making eco-friendly upgrades, there&#8217;s a lot of home improvements you can &#8211; and should &#8211; do to make your home stand out when it hits the market. But with so many potential home upgrades, it may feel overwhelming to know where to start. Luckily, we\u2019ve listed out the top 7 home projects to consider if you\u2019re selling your home this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71276\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX.jpg\" alt=\"high ceilings living room\" width=\"1195\" height=\"796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX.jpg 1195w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-946x630.jpg 946w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/TX-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1195px) 100vw, 1195px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1) Update your flooring<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the floors in your home are worn out or outdated, it can be a huge turnoff to potential buyers. Even if you&#8217;ve grown used to the stains on the carpet or you no longer notice the divet in the kitchen floor, you\u2019ll want to have your <a href=\"https:\/\/paradiseflooringsolutions.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">flooring updated<\/a> before listing your home for sale.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many types of flooring and the right choice will depend on your home. However, you can never go wrong with hardwood. In fact, hardwood is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-home-trends#trends\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">most popular and valuable type of flooring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to potential homebuyers in the US. Laminate and ceramic are also great flooring options to consider. To be sure you\u2019re choosing the right type and style for your home, it\u2019s best to talk with a flooring professional in your area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71279\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2.jpg\" alt=\"designer bathroom wood cabinetry circle mirrors\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_26-2-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2) Freshen up your paint\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are your walls scuffed, scraped, or just an unappealing color? A fresh coat of paint is a simple yet effective home update, allowing you to maximize the look and feel of your space in next to no time. As people tour your home, online or virtually, they\u2019ll notice the small details. You won\u2019t want a poor paint job or an outdated, dark orange kitchen wall to be an influencing factor on their decision. Instead, opt for neutral paint colors to appeal to a wide range of buyers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that painting isn&#8217;t just for the inside, either. A fresh coat of exterior paint can do wonders for your home\u2019s appearance and curb appeal.\u00a0 If you\u2019re crunched for time or this home project is too big of an undertaking, hire a professional painter so that your home is looking its best when it hits the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-housing-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\">housing market<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2.jpg\" alt=\"dark contrast cabinetry sleek kitchen\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/MD2-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3) Give your kitchen a face-lift<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The kitchen is the heart of the home and it\u2019s often one of the top priorities for buyers. So a kitchen in need of a lot of work can be all it takes to turn a buyer off for good. With stylish, designer kitchens as one of the major <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-design-trends-2021\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home design trends<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this year, you\u2019ll want to prioritize this home project to help your house stand out against the competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a complete remodel doesn\u2019t fit within your budget, don\u2019t worry. Upgrading your kitchen doesn&#8217;t mean you need to go all out and buy brand new appliances &#8211; a few little cosmetic touches can go a long way. Things like new cabinet faces, drawer pulls or, if necessary, a new counter, can completely turn a kitchen around. Even adding a new backsplash or going bold with contrast cabinetry can make all the difference. If you&#8217;re not sure which upgrades are necessary, consider speaking with a contractor or real estate professional about current trends in your area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71282\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3.jpg\" alt=\"backyard oasis home projects \" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/austin3-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4) Enhance your landscaping: curb appeal is key<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many homebuyers want the complete package \u2013 inside and out. A beautiful home is only made better by a beautiful yard, so if your property is a little bland on the outside, the right finishing touches can spark buyer interest. That\u2019s why landscaping is one of the most important home projects to complete before you <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-your-house\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sell your house<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landscaping can be comprehensive \u2013 things like koi ponds and expansive patios \u2013 but can also be straightforward and simple. Planting shrubs along a sidewalk, adding a small flower garden, or even putting fresh mulch around trees can be affordable and easy ways to create eye-catching curb appeal. Whether you want to completely upgrade your outdoor space with an intricate landscape design, or your front yard just needs a well-manicured lawn with some fresh flowers, a landscaper can help you tackle this home project.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71278\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/item_124-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5) Replace your windows<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the age and condition of your home, it might be time to replace your windows. Even if you\u2019ve only lived in your home for 5 years, you should ask yourself how long the previous owners were living there and if they ever had them replaced? If your windows have minor damages, then they may just need a simple repair. But if the frames are worn, there\u2019s leaking when it rains, it\u2019s difficult to open or close, or there\u2019s just visible damage &#8211; you\u2019ll want to hire a professional to replace them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71277\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1.jpg\" alt=\"contemporary home\" width=\"1200\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-224x150.jpg 224w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-943x630.jpg 943w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/NV1-449x300.jpg 449w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6) Repair your garage door<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does your garage door squeak and squeal, or is it full of dings and scrapes? Then this is one of the home projects you\u2019ll want to stop pushing off. If your garage door no longer looks or acts up to par, then a replacement is probably necessary &#8211; especially if it\u2019s seen years of use with little to no maintenance. Potential homebuyers will notice these issues and may request that you repair them as part of the purchase agreement. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea to get ahead of home projects like this <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">before <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">listing your home. And even if your garage door is functioning as it should, this can be a great cosmetic update to freshen up your home\u2019s exterior.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8.jpg\" alt=\"open concept kitchen wood dining table\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GA8-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7) \u201cGreen\u201d home projects for an eco-friendly home<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days many buyers are looking for homes with eco-friendly features so taking the time to add some \u201cgreen\u201d upgrades to your home can be well worth it. And, luckily, there&#8217;s a handful of ways you can make your home more green. If your budget allows, then installing solar panels is the ultimate eco-friendly upgrade you could make. Solar panels can reduce the overall cost of electricity and energy bills, are a more environmentally-friendly energy solution, and can even increase the value of your home.\u00a0 And if you live in a city like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16904\/CA\/San-Diego\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">San Diego<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/34945\/HI\/Honolulu\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honolulu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where it\u2019s become a popular home feature, you\u2019ll want to invest in this eco-friendly upgrade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unable to take on a larger home project like this, consider investing in other eco-friendly and energy-saving features like a smart thermostat, an ENERGY STAR certified washer and dryer, or installing a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high-efficiency faucet aerator in your shower and on your taps.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> Selling your home is a big task. To make sure your home stands out once it hits the market, you\u2019ll want to complete these 7 home projects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":523,"featured_media":71277,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[10756,34279],"tags":[1121,4267,3991],"coauthors":[31388],"class_list":["post-71274","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-featured-post","category-selling-a-home","tag-diy-projects","tag-home-maintenance-improvement","tag-home-seller-tips"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v28.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>7 Home Projects to Finish Before Selling Your House | Redfin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Selling your home is a big task. 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