🛠️ Repairs & Updates: What’s Worth Doing (and What’s Not) Before Selling Your Home

Worth Doing: Small Fixes with Big First Impressions

Create curb appeal.

• Paint touch-ups & neutral colors – Fresh paint is one of the most affordable ways to boost appeal. Stick to light, neutral tones that help buyers imagine their own style.

• Curb appeal – Trim the bushes, add fresh mulch, and power wash walkways. A tidy exterior sets the tone before buyers even step inside.

• Leaky faucets, squeaky doors, loose handles – These little fixes show buyers the home’s been cared for.

• Lighting upgrades – Replace burnt-out bulbs, add daylight-style LEDs, and consider updating dated fixtures in key areas like kitchens or entryways.

❌ Probably Not Worth It: Major Renovations

• Full kitchen or bathroom remodels – Unless you're flipping, you likely won't get a full return on that investment. Instead, refresh what’s there: new hardware, updated lighting, maybe a coat of paint on cabinets.

• Replacing perfectly functional flooring or appliances – Unless they’re in rough shape, most buyers won’t expect brand-new everything.

• Over-customizing – That built-in wine bar or wall mural might be your jam, but it could be a buyer’s dealbreaker.

Case-by-Case: Ask Your Agent

• Roofing, windows, HVAC – If they’re near the end of life, it might make sense to replace or offer a credit. If they’re in solid shape, don’t stress it.

• Basement finishing or adding rooms – These are big-ticket projects. Let’s chat before you commit—we might have a simpler strategy.

Pro Tip: Think ROI, Not HGTV

Buyers care more about clean, well-maintained, and move-in ready than “latest and greatest.” Your goal? Make the home feel fresh and functional—without pouring money into projects that won’t pay off.

Bonus: You Don’t Have to Guess Alone🐾

When you list with Pawperty Pros, we walk through your home together and give honest, strategic advice. We’ll help you avoid unnecessary expenses and focus on what really helps your home sell faster and for more.

Because smart decisions today mean smoother moves tomorrow—for you and a shelter pup who’ll get a home thanks to your sale.