Dirty House Lowers Selling Price

Fumigate house before selling.  My home is always clean. What’s so special about cleaning it before putting it on the market?

Sometimes it’s a jump start sale because of family problems. The home was neglected because parents moved away and left teenage kids behind. They never cleaned their rooms in their whole life. Therefore, they don’t know how to use a vacuum cleaner. Maybe the property was rented out, and the person on the rental lease sub-let it illegally to someone with many pets.

In such cases, you must call in professional cleaners to detox the place. They notice things you might miss like doors you thought were light brown. It turns out they have a cream color after soapy water and a sponge. The stove and built-in microwave are included in the price but they are dirty. Some sellers invest $2 000 in new appliances rather than clean them.

If not, get professionals to do it. They know the right chemicals to remove grease. They will also clean windows inside and outside. The grime on the outside can make the house look dark or old. Remember potential buyers are there for one reason, to reduce the asking price from $980 000 to $700 000 if you’re lucky. Filthy houses make that much easier.

But a clean home begins with kids cleaning their rooms, parents not smoking and avoiding a lifestyle or food choices that cling in the air. If not, call in professional cleaners before you sell.

By: Nonqaba waka Msimang.