One of the first things potential buyers will see is your driveway, and it is one of the easiest things for you to fix. Ensure your garbage and recycling bins are always neat and tidy, and keep an eye open for garbage and debris that you can easily clean up as needed. Look for cracks in the sidewalk and driveway, and hire a professional to fix them so visitors won’t see red flags right off the bat.

From taking the perfect selfie to making your home brighter, we can all agree that lighting is important. Not only should you ensure all light bulbs are functioning, but make sure that your lighting fixtures are clean, stylish and in good condition. If you have some room in your staging budget, updated light fixtures can have a big impact on your home’s curb appeal.

Not everyone has a green thumb, but even if your gardens aren’t the envy of the neighbourhood, you can still ensure they are clean and well maintained. Overgrown flowers and shrubs can be unappealing and turn away potential buyers, and taking care of them is simple. All you will need is a pair of garden shears and a little elbow grease and your yard will be in tiptop shape in no time!

There’s nothing like an unkempt lawn to turn buyers off! Tending to your lawn is important, whether you’re selling your home or not, and ensuring the grass is healthy and regularly cut will be a big step in the right direction. If you’re lawn isn’t quite as green as you would like, you can also spray your lawn with a green spray paint that is created specifically for grass and is both non-toxic and environmentally friendly.

Over time, your home can build up a fine layer of dirt. Fortunately, it is easy enough to clear it off! Whether it’s a pressure washer or the strongest setting on your garden house, clearing off that extra dirt is an easy task for a lazy summer afternoon in the sun! Start with the sidings of your home, and from there take it to the sidewalks, driveway, and anything else that could use a bit of freshening up.