Decluttering is a huge part of preparing your home for sale. People like to see the quality of space. When they are thinking of buying, they will open cupboards and closets to see how much storage space is available. Make sure all cupboards and closets are well organized and clutter free.
Renting a St Albert Storage unit can provide you with the temporary space you need to declutter your home. At Elite Self Storage formerly Riel Park RV & Self Storage we have outdoor unheated storage units and indoor climate controlled storage units. We offer month-to-month storage rentals on all our St Albert storage units. With storage units of various sizes, rent only the space you need.
Elite Self Storage also has two other locations in North Edmonton and South Edmonton.
You have dedicated years to transforming your house into a home and desire it to feel welcoming. It's advisable to remove personal photos of family, friends, and vacations as this helps potential buyers envision themselves in the home.
You should pack up any personal items, such as framed posters of your favorite film or band. These items may not appeal to everyone, so they should be packed up as part of the staging process. New owners would rather imagine where they would hang their items.
When a prospective buyer observes a well-organized space, it says that you probably take good care of the rest of the property.
Pack away your knickknacks and remove books from the bookshelves. Ensure your kitchen and bathroom counters are clear, with everything in its proper place.
Tidying up your living space should extend beyond the typical weekly or daily chores. Vacuum every day rather than once a week. Polish floors, dust off furniture, and clean ceiling fan blades and light fixtures. Bleach discolored grout and swap out any frayed rugs. Make everything look new again.
Kitchens significantly influence buyers' decisions, so it's essential to ensure yours is immaculate and free of clutter to make a strong impression. The fridge's interior should be clean and orderly, and the oven and stove top should be stain-free.
An important tip to remember: avoid preparing any strongly scented dishes the night before your home is scheduled for a viewing. Skip the fish or other strong-smelling food for a while.
The house will seem more spacious and therefore, more appealing to potential buyers with minimal furnishings. After decluttering and depersonalizing, you may want to consider placing the items that you still want to keep in a rented self storage unit in St. Albert or Edmonton. Remove any items that block pathways, including that unique sofa that only suits your taste.
It’s also important to consider any fixtures or features in your home that you plan on taking with you. If there’s a beautiful portable fireplace or chandelier that you will be taking, put that into storage and replace with something else. Buyers might expect it to come with the house and this could be a sticking point.
If you are entirely decluttered, you may have some empty bookshelves, so think about storing them as well. Remove extra leaves from your dining room table to make the room appear larger. Store any extra dining room chairs. Leave just enough furniture to showcase the room's purpose, with plenty of room for buyers to move around. St Albert Self Storage will keep your belongings safe until you are ready to move into your new home.
Fix leaky faucets, recaulk tubs, showers, and sinks, and patch any holes in walls. Repair doors that fail to shut correctly and address kitchen drawers that get stuck.
Think about painting your walls in neutral tones, particularly if they are currently bright pink or purple. Swap out any burned-out light bulbs and contemplate replacing older bulbs that have been used for an extended period.
First impressions have a huge impact. Wash the windows inside and out. Pressure wash and spray down sidewalks, all bricks and stonework, and the exterior of the house.
Think about painting the front door and the window frames so the house looks fresh. Potted flowers are always a nice touch. Don’t forget the yard. Cut the grass regularly and trim back or tidy up any bushes or hedges.
Another great tip is to look at your house number, make sure it’s visible and give it a quick polish. Preparing your house for sale will help it sell faster at the price you are needing.
Renting a storage unit to downsize your items for staging is a great storage solution. Give one of our storage rental experts a call at 780-347-0433
For storage units in St Albert, check out Elite Self Storage St. Albert formerly Riel Park RV & Self Storage.
For storage units in Edmonton, check out Elite Self Storage North Edmonton or South Edmonton.
