Spring Clean for Successful Selling

Spring has officially sprung, making it a great time to declutter and spruce up your home. This is particularly important if you are trying to sell your Leicester property. A good spring clean can help Keywest to sell your home faster and for the best possible price.

The thought of doing a top-to-bottom clean can be daunting, however, which is why we’ve compiled this seven-step guide to getting the job done and making your Leicester property as saleable as it can possibly be.

Get Equipped

Before you do anything else, check that you have the right equipment and cleaning products to tackle the jobs ahead. Your cleaning kit should include rubbish bags, rubber gloves, a dustpan and brush, a multi-purpose cleaner, carpet cleaner, glass cleaner, a duster, some empty boxes, disinfecting wipes and assortment of cloths and sponges.

Make a List

Make the whole job seem less daunting by writing a list and working through your tasks systematically. The key areas which deserve your attention include the kitchen, living room, bathrooms, bedrooms, carpets and windows.

Declutter First

Don’t clean around your clutter. Instead, start out by getting rid of the possessions you don’t need. Be ruthless, and remember that having to really think about whether you should keep something probably means that you shouldn’t.

Kitchen Cleaning

Cleaning your kitchen will be one of the biggest jobs you’re likely to do, so get it over with first. Clear out food cupboards and wipe down doors and cabinets. Wash pans and any items you don’t use very often and then put them away.

Clean your dishwasher, and empty and clean your fridge and freezer. Don’t forget the microwave, the hob, the toaster, the bin and the floor.

The Bathroom

The bathroom is also likely to be a major task, but it can be easy if you follow these simple tips. Get all your toiletries out of the way before you start, and begin with bathroom furniture and mirrors. Use a good cleaner to tackle the shower and the bath, and then do the toilet.

Use a glass or specialist shower cleaner if you have a cubicle, and give your grout a good scrub. You can use a mop and a strong cleaner to tackle bathroom tiles and also the floor.

In the Bedroom

Make sure that your bedrooms are as relaxing as they should be by deep-cleaning and getting rid of clutter. Organise drawers and wardrobes to make sure you’re making the most of storage space, and wash all bedding, including your spares.

Remember to wash mattress protectors and wipe or vacuum mattresses. Polish and clean skirting boards, and vacuum twice to make sure you have cleaned up all the dust and dirt.

Odd Jobs

Wrap up your spring-clean by taking on the various odd jobs that can make all the difference to how your home looks and feels. Clean windows, clean your washing machine, wipe down and touch up paintwork, clean your tumble dryer, empty out the vacuum, clean carpets and check both your carbon monoxide and fire alarms.

Are you looking to sell property in the Leicestershire area? Call Keywest today 01162 544 555 – and speak with a member of our expert property team.