Upgrade the Plumbing in Your Home Before You Sell
People sell their homes for different reasons such as relocation, upgrade/downgrade to greener/manageable pastures, house flipping, retirement, et al. While we cannot pinpoint exactly why you want to sell your home, we can point out an often overlooked aspect of residential real estate business: plumbing.
Sounds basic, correct? Exactly!
A lot of homeowners ignore this basic aspect before they list their homes and more often than not, this ignored aspect comes back to bite them in their asses in the guise of complaints or renegotiations. We do not want either of these for you, so let’s go over how to upgrade the plumbing in your home before you sell.
Replace the Old Pipes
This means that if you have lived in your home for a long time, chances are that the pipes (for water inflow and outflow) are old and possibly rusty. A change of these pipes is due and necessary before you list your house for sale.
Check and Fix the Drainage System
Clogged-up drains do not act nice with the plumbing system. They lead to slow drainage and mess up a lot of things. Since the drainage system is the channel for outbound water flow (water mixed with debris and other things), it is always best to keep it clear.
Fixtures Upgrade
In the kitchen or in the bathroom, it is important to give the fixtures (faucets, sinks, spigots, showerheads, water cistern, et al.) a modern look. Modern fixtures trump traditional fixtures all day, every day. We recommend shopping around for quality fixtures from trusted manufacturers; also remember that it is best for these fixtures to have a matching look because it improves the aesthetics of your home.
Fix Leaks
Check for areas in your home with molds or water leakage; these areas are most likely experiencing leakages from your plumbing system. Fix the leaks by plugging the areas with this problem. No one wants to buy and move into a house with leaks.
Install a New Heater
These days, you have a variety of water heaters to choose from. Tankless water heaters are one trusted variant and though they are more expensive than the traditional water heaters, longevity is one of their fine points. With this installation, you will definitely increase the value of your home before you sell.
Are you selling a house in Sarasota and/or Manatee? Call us today at (941) 256-5580 for a plumbing upgrade quote before you sell. We are Sarasota’s best plumbing repair experts.
