{"id":6137,"date":"2021-01-14T08:35:12","date_gmt":"2021-01-14T13:35:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/?p=6137"},"modified":"2022-12-13T10:14:38","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T15:14:38","slug":"clean-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dankrell.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/14\/clean-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Clean your home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cClean your home\u201d is one of the most underrated activities when preparing to sell your home.\u00a0 Although it\u2019s seemingly the easiest thing to do to get a higher price and faster sale, it\u2019s often misunderstood <\/a>or shrugged off. because there\u2019s so much going on when selling a home.\u00a0 Besides getting the home ready to list, you\u2019re likely planning a move.\u00a0 With so much on your mind, it\u2019s easy to put it off.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A New York Times piece by Tim McKeough (Market Ready<\/a>; nytimes.com; July 25, 2012) gave advice from a real estate broker and a cleaning professional on properly cleaning before listing a home.\u00a0 The real estate broker commented on cleaning windows and floors; as well as polishing furniture.\u00a0 Paramount is the condition of home entry, kitchen and bathrooms.\u00a0 The entryway is important because it\u2019s the area where the home buyer gets their first impression of the home.\u00a0 The kitchen and bathrooms get much of the home buyers\u2019 attention, and should also be a focus of a deep cleaning.\u00a0 It\u2019s advised that the entryway be decluttered, and the kitchen and bathrooms should be \u201cspotless.\u201d\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attention\nto detail is important, such as cleaning the oven\/range, clean tile grout and a\nnew shower curtain.  Because dirty grout\ncan leave a bad impression with home buyers, consider regrouting.  \u201cHorizontal surfaces\u201d (such as windowsills,\npicture frames, baseboards, and shelves) should also be a focus of cleaning.  Also, a deep cleaning should focus on areas\nwhere cleaning finger prints are found, such as light switches and door knobs.  When showing the home, the sink should be\nclean and dishes put away, as well as putting away toiletries and making the\nbeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your agent recommends to clean your home, they mean to get a deep cleaning. However, home sellers often misconstrue \u201cdeep cleaning\u201d as a routine cleaning.\u00a0 Don\u2019t get me wrong, cleaning your home anytime is positive.\u00a0 However, a deep cleaning goes after dirt and grime that has accumulated while you lived in the home.\u00a0 A deep cleaning includes and goes beyond the basic cleaning.\u00a0 A deep cleaning typically includes (but isn\u2019t limited to) shampooing rugs and carpets, cleaning grime from oven and range burners, cleaning bathroom grout, cleaning windows, cleaning baseboards and corners, and ceiling fans.\u00a0 If you have a pet<\/a>, your deep cleaning should also focus on removing pet hair, dander and lingering odors.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most home sellers hire a cleaning service for the \u201cdeep clean.\u201d\u00a0 The Better Business Bureau (bbb.org) offers these tips when hiring<\/a> a cleaning service: 1) Research the company. Ask friends, family members, and neighbors for recommendations.\u00a0 Interview at least three companies.\u00a0 Check if the company has complaints.\u00a0 2) When interviewing the service, ask to also meet with someone who will be doing the cleaning to understand their process.\u00a0 Also ask what cleaning products are used, especially if anyone in the home has sensitivities and allergies.\u00a0 3) Most important – check credentials. Check if their operating license is in good standing.\u00a0 Ask for proof of their bond and insurance.\u00a0 Request or conduct your own background check.\u00a0 4) Ask for and contact past client references.\u00a0 5) When talking about the cost, consider the time that will needed for the cleaning.\u00a0 Make sure that the service includes everything that you need to be cleaned.\u00a0 A home walkthrough is recommended to provide a service estimate.\u00a0 Although it\u2019s typical to be attracted to the least expensive service, it may not be the best value.\u00a0 6) When you decide on the service, get it in writing and make sure it\u2019s specific as to what the service will do and the time they will be in your home.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Dan Krell
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\u201cClean your home\u201d is one of the most underrated activities when preparing to sell your home.\u00a0 Although it\u2019s seemingly the easiest thing to do to get a higher price and faster sale, it\u2019s often misunderstood or shrugged off. because there\u2019s so much going on when selling a home.\u00a0 Besides getting the home ready to list, … <\/p>\n

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