As a real estate agent, your role goes beyond closing deals. You're also a trusted advisor who helps clients protect their investment. One of the most valuable things you can do for sellers is guide them through spring maintenance before they list, and for buyers, help them understand what a spring inspection will reveal.
Gutters and downspouts. Clean gutters are one of the first things an inspector checks. Clogged gutters overflow at the foundation and are one of the most common causes of basement moisture. Make sure downspouts discharge at least four feet from the house.
Grading and drainage. Walk the perimeter and look for soil that slopes toward the house. A few bags of topsoil can prevent the foundation seepage that shows up in inspection reports and buyer negotiations.
Roof condition. From the ground, look for lifted or missing shingles after winter storms. If the roof is 15 years or older, a pre-listing inspection or roofing contractor evaluation eliminates one of the most common buyer objections before it's raised.
HVAC service. A furnace or AC that hasn't been serviced in years is a finding in every home inspection report. A recent service receipt on the kitchen counter tells a different story than a system with a dirty filter and no documentation.
Spring is when post-winter damage becomes visible. Foundation cracks that opened over the freeze-thaw cycle, roof damage from ice dams, and moisture intrusion from saturated soil all show up in spring inspections. A buyer who skips the inspection in a competitive market is taking on unknown risk. A buyer who gets a thorough inspection has a complete picture before they close.
Front Line serves buyers and sellers across Akron, Cleveland, Canton, Medina, and Strongsville. Contact us or book online today.
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