How to prepare your home before putting it up for sale
What to check before photographing and listing your home: repairs, tidiness, lighting, property information and preparation for viewings.
2026-05-30
Preparing a home for sale does not mean renovating it completely. Start with what helps buyers understand its condition and spaces, and discuss with your agent which improvements are worth considering.
Address defects and gather information
List outstanding repairs and distinguish simple fixes from work that needs a professional quote. Gather available information on renovations, installations and costs. Explaining a problem clearly is better than hiding it during a viewing.
Prepare your home for photographs
Tidy the rooms, clear walkways and make the most of natural light. Photos should show the true layout and proportions. Before the session, also review terraces, gardens, storage rooms and other spaces included in the sale.
Complete the listing
Check that bedrooms, bathrooms, floor areas and included items are described correctly. If documents differ or a feature is uncertain, have it clarified before advertising it. A readable floor plan helps buyers understand how the rooms connect.
Plan viewings rather than improvising
Agree on times, access and the information the agent can provide. After the first viewings, review recurring questions and whether information or presentation needs improving.
Prepare your sale with Solven Homes
Complete your preparations with a pricing and valuation strategy and a plan to organise the sale.
