Repair Home Electrical & Plumbing Problems to Sell at a Higher Price
All of your light switches, overhead lights and plumbing fixtures should be in working order. Before showing your house, be sure to have all defective electrical switches replaced. These low cost items can have a very positive effect on the appeal of your home. If the problems are greater, call in a licensed electrician to examine all wiring and make any necessary repairs.
Plumbing is one of those jobs that needs to be handled in the right manner. Some easy jobs you can do yourself. If you're not sure, call in a professional; the consequences of a mistake can mean costly water damage to your house.
Plumbing & Electrical Repair Tips to Enhance your Home's Value and Selling Price
| • | Make sure that all bathroom and kitchen faucets are in good working order |
| • | All toilets should be in good working order |
| • | All drains should be clean and free flowing |
| • | If needed, hire a plumber to replace badly rusted and corroded plumbing pipes |
| • | Clean up, paint or replace old plumbing fixtures in all bathrooms |
| • | Repair leaky faucets and remove any rust stains in sinks or tubs |
| • | Remove mildew stains and repair any loose, crumbling caulk or grout around tile and tub areas |
| • | Have your well or septic tank inspected or repaired |
| • | Repair holes in gutters and repair any separation from the eaves |
| • | Service sprinkler system |
| • | Make sure that all smoke and burglar alarms are functional |
| • | Doorbell should be in working order |
| • | Inspect and clean furnace; change the furnace filter |
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