It’s time to sell your house, what exactly should you do to prep your Tucson house to sell? Many homeowners turn to DIY or “Do It Yourself” approach, whether it appears to be most economical or an easy task. If you are looking to sell your home saving money can be the most common reason for tackling a DYI project without involving a professional. But be aware that some projects can be risky and cause costly problems without a trained professional.
Some basic projects, such as putting up wallpaper, come with a low risk factor and won’t cause major problems down the road. However, some projects require a certain level of expertise that is more than the homeowner should undertake. We are providing a list of projects that, when not handled properly, can result in a serious situation or could become costly to fix.
Electrical Work
Working with any type of wiring problems in a home is best handled by an electrician. Something such as changing a light bulb is certainly something you can handle, but beyond that, it is best left to the professional.
Plumbing
Projects that involve plumbing issues can get very tricky without the necessary training. Making a rookie mistake could be devastating if you cause a water pipe to break in your house. Especially if it is behind a wall. Water leaks can also cause the growth of mold in your house which can be very dangerous to the occupants.
Bathroom Remodels
Watching those DIY shows on television may make remodeling jobs look like a breeze, but the elements that are required in these types of projects may require the need for a plumber or electrician. In addition, be sure not to over-remodel. Spending too much money on bathroom fixtures and fittings are a sure-fire way to lose money. Potential buyers may not be willing to pay you any extra for the higher priced items.
Foundation and Crawl Spaces
Any type of repair needed on a foundation or crawl space may appear to be a simple fix, but many types of these repairs require specialized training and tools. Problems with a house’s foundation can be very serious.
Roof Repairs
Roofing repair prices can be very expensive. Fixing shingles or working on structural issues may seem like a simple repair. But if shingles are not done correctly, the insulation is missing or safety measures aren’t taken, things like roof leaks can occur. It is far better to invest your time into finding a good roofing professional.
Painting
One of the least expensive way to freshen up a home is to give it a good coat of paint. Painting can be easy and fun, but there are challenges that come with it.
One challenge is to keep the edges wet to avoid lap marks. Lap marks occur when you paint a wet coat of paint over a dry coat of paint. These lap marks will show up leaving an uneven sheen especially when you use a matte or satin colored paint.
Areas like stair ways and large open walls are best to be left to the professional.
Before considering making any updates to your house, consider the cost savings to not updating or repair your house. At Stained Glass Homes in Tucson, we are able to purchase your house as-is. We may be able to save you a lot of money in these situations. In addition we don’t charge commissions or any fees for our services. If this sounds like a better option to you, contact us at 520-200-3334 or click on the link below and provide us with your contact information.
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