11/09/2026
🏡🔍 SELLERS! Before You List Your Home, CHECK THESE 4 THINGS!
Let’s talk about something that can save you THOUSANDS of dollars, unnecessary stress, and potentially keep your home sale from falling apart! 💰
As a Realtor, I can tell you that some of the BIGGEST issues that come up during a buyer’s home inspection are things sellers could have addressed BEFORE putting their home on the market.
Here are 4 MAJOR maintenance items you should check before listing!
🔹 1. ROOF 🏠
* Have a qualified roofing contractor inspect for lifted, loose, or missing shingles.
* Check for unknown leaks, water damage, or other defects.
* Make necessary repairs BEFORE a buyer’s inspector discovers them!
🔹 2. HVAC SYSTEM ❄️🔥
* Know the AGE of your heating and cooling systems!
* Have them professionally cleaned, serviced, and inspected.
* Replace dirty filters and address any performance issues.
* An aging HVAC system doesn’t automatically mean it needs replacing, but buyers WILL want to know its condition!
🔹 3. WINDOWS 🪟
* Make sure ALL windows open, close, and lock properly.
* Check for broken seals, fogging between panes, and damaged glass.
* Inspect for rotted wood around interior and exterior window frames caused by water intrusion.
* Address any necessary repairs before listing.
🔹 4. BASEMENTS & CRAWLSPACES 💧
* Check for standing water, moisture, or evidence of previous water intrusion.
* Look for cracks in basement walls, foundation concerns, or signs of structural movement.
* Have a qualified contractor evaluate any concerns and make appropriate repairs.
* Water and foundation issues can be MAJOR red flags for buyers!
🚨 HERE’S WHAT SELLERS NEED TO UNDERSTAND!
These are FOUR of the biggest areas of concern that commonly come up during a buyer’s home inspection.
And here’s the thing…
What you don’t know about your home’s condition CAN end up costing you!
It’s always better to identify potential issues ahead of time rather than be surprised by them during a buyer’s inspection.
Once a buyer discovers an issue, you may find yourself dealing with:
💰 Expensive repair requests
💰 Buyers asking for substantial price reductions or closing cost credits
💰 Delayed closings
💰 Buyers walking away from the deal entirely!
And depending on the circumstances, once you become aware of a material defect, you may have a responsibility to disclose it to future buyers.
My advice? BE PROACTIVE, NOT REACTIVE!
You don’t have to have a perfect home to sell it. But knowing what you’re selling, addressing issues upfront, and pricing accordingly puts you in a MUCH stronger negotiating position.
✨ The goal isn’t just to get your home UNDER CONTRACT. It’s to get it to the CLOSING TABLE! 🏡🔑
Thinking about selling? Let’s talk about what you should address BEFORE that sign goes in your yard!
Jennifer Edelen | RE/MAX Premier Properties ❤️🤍💙
