There is no doubt that a house is more easily sold when it is staged with care and effort. After all, thorough cleaning prior to listing a house improves its curb appeal and makes for a much better open house experience for buyers. Here are a few ways to ensure proper cleaning when selling your house.
Cleaning the appliances
It is important to keep the appliances, including refrigerators and microwave ovens, spick and span. For instance, defrosting the the fridge can help clean it properly. Use wam soapy water to wash shelves and later wipe them with a clean cloth. Meanwhile, the interior could use a mixture of bleach and water. Also, consider moving the fridge to clean behind and underneath to clear out dust and cobwebs.
Decluttering
Remember to keep everything tidy before starting to clean. Clear out any personal items that are not needed so that there is some order to the space that requires cleaning. Be sure to properly store any belongings you need not get rid of. Not only is this likely to help with the cleaning process but it would do your stress levels a whole lot of good, knowing that you would not have trouble locating things once you have finished tidying up.
Do not avoid high spots
Hard-to-reach spots may be ideal places to begin thorough cleaning for some. Use a wet fibre cloth to remove dust from ceilings as well as fans and light fixtures. You may use a ladder to reach these places up close or a mop with a long handle could also do the job. Large windows should also be a priority, and must be cleared using a proper glass cleaner. An absorbent cloth should subsequently be used to get rid of streaks.
Thorough cleaning of the house is paramount to its sale, so consider these tips to properly clean when selling your house.
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