Small Repairs Before You Sell A Wilmington Home
Buyers notice small things. A scuffed hallway, a door that will not latch or a soft deck board can make a buyer wonder what else has been left alone, and a home inspector will note them in the report. In Wilmington, where about 43 percent of homes were built in 1939 or earlier, an older house that shows well and works smoothly stands out. A short list of small repairs before listing helps your home make a good first impression. Call (302) 600-1343 today for a quote. Our team is fully committed to reliable pre-sale repairs in Wilmington.
Walls and paint
Fresh, clean walls make rooms look larger and better cared for in photos and in person.
- Patch nail holes, dents and doorknob holes, and fix cracked seams and nail pops.
- Repair plaster cracks in older homes so they do not read as structural problems.
- Seal old water stains with a stain-blocking primer after confirming the leak is fixed.
- Repaint scuffed hallways, trim and doors in neutral colors.
- Recaulk tubs, showers and kitchen backsplashes so they look clean and fresh.
If your home was built before 1978, remember that sanding old paint can disturb lead. We will ensure that your drywall and painting repairs in Wilmington are handled by professionals.
Doors, windows and hardware
- Adjust doors so they open, close and latch smoothly.
- Replace worn or mismatched door handles, locks and cabinet pulls.
- Free painted-shut windows and repair torn screens.
- Replace worn weatherstripping and door sweeps.
- Tighten loose stair railings and towel bars.
Buyers open doors, windows and cabinets as they walk through, so working hardware matters. Inspectors test them too, and a sticking door or a loose railing is an easy item to clear before it lands in a report. We are committed to making door and window repair in Wilmington simple and reliable.
Decks, fences and curb appeal
- Replace soft or split deck boards and loose steps.
- Tighten or repair deck and porch railings.
- Straighten leaning fence posts, replace broken pickets and rehang sagging gates.
- Touch up or repaint the front door and exterior trim.
- Make sure house numbers are clear and the mailbox is secure.
The front of the house is the first thing buyers see, from the street and in the listing photos. In New Castle's historic district, exterior changes go before the Historic Area Commission, so plan those early. For any of these jobs, call (302) 600-1343 today for a quote, or see our deck and fence repair page. Our team is focused on high-quality pre-sale repairs across Wilmington.