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Flier Description: The front door is the first impression buyers will get of your home. So, what is yours saying to potential buyers? Below are five things it should be saying. (And Hint: If it's not, you might just find some of these items on the home inspection report! So all the more reason to eliminate any negatives now).

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What is your front door saying to buyers?

 

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 What is Your Front Door Saying To Buyers?

Front doorThe front door is the first impression buyers will get of your home. So, what is yours saying to potential buyers? Here are five things it should be saying.

  1. I am safe. The exterior-grade door is strong, sturdy and functions properly. It has a heavy-duty dead-bolt with a 1” throw bolt (never just privacy knobs or other interior grade handle sets).  
  2. I am strong. The door is heavy-duty and free of deterioration, water damage, evidence of previous forced entry, or rot.
  3. I am working. Handles and hinges are fastened properly and the door closes easily and securely. It doesn’t creak, squeak or rub the frame. It requires only normal pressure and operation to close tightly. The doorbell is fully intact and functions.
  4. I am beautiful. The overall curb appeal at the front door is high. The door is freshly painted, neat and clean and plants, mats, and overhead lighting welcome approaching guests.
  5. I am energy efficient. The door has intact and properly-installed weatherstripping and it fits properly in the frame, without gaps.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Posted By: Chrissy Doremus, U.S Inspect Blog

Comments (17)

Elite Home Sales Team
Elite Home Sales Team OC - Corona del Mar, CA
A Tenacious and Skilled Real Estate Team

The front door give a first impression of the home.  Good blog post.

Jun 06, 2012 12:46 AM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Hmmm... Never thought of it in that manner. Of course, we wantthe first impression to be strong & positive

Jun 06, 2012 12:48 AM
Chrissy Doremus ~ US Inspect ~
US Inspect - Chantilly, VA
Residential Property Inspections

Yes, Doug. And as inspectors, many of these points are also items that would be noted in a report---all the more reason to eliminate any negatives that currently exist!

Jun 06, 2012 12:52 AM
Richard Burge Realty/ Burge Homes
Richard Burge Realty/Burge Homes - Conway, SC
Broker in Charge/Owner

I just hate to see a front door that has deferred maintenance.

 

Great Post..

Jun 06, 2012 12:56 AM
Maureen McCabe
HER Realtors - Columbus, OH
Columbus Ohio Real Estate

What a great resource.  Good for sellers to think about. I was showing a house a few weeks ago and a brick fell out of the wall.  Luckily it hit no one.  

Jun 06, 2012 01:01 AM
Charlie Ragonesi
AllMountainRealty.com - Big Canoe, GA
Homes - Big Canoe, Jasper, North Georgia Pros

Love it. Along with the flowers on the door and the framing it is the first impression that counts

Jun 06, 2012 01:07 AM
Barbara Hensley
RE/MAX Properties - Rockwall, TX
Homes for Sale in Rockwall County, Texas

Crissy - first impressions are important!  The front door often says a lot about the rest of the house and sets the expectations upon entering.

Jun 06, 2012 03:49 AM
Sharon Lord
Maracay Homes - Peoria, AZ
New Home Advisor

Chrissy - what a great tool to market to home sellers, and remind them of how important a first impression is to home buyers!

Jun 06, 2012 03:50 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Chrissy- excellent.  The front door, as well as the whole front of the house, makes an impression.  If it starts out poorly, you it's an uphill battle after that.  All 5 of your points are strong ones but especially the one about being energy efficient. 

Jun 06, 2012 04:01 AM
Caroline Fitzgerald - BestPreppedListings.com
Real Estate Client Prep - Richmond, VA

Great post,  Chrissy. First impressions cannot be understated (and saftey too!)

We ask them "What do you want your prospect to be thinking as they reach to open the door to your house?" And we tell them to paint it even if they don't think it needs it, (because it generally does!) And while they are at it, we suggest picking up an inexpensive new door knob and knocker set at a big box store.

Small investments for a potentially huge payoff!

Jun 06, 2012 04:35 AM
Alan Kirkpatrick
Austin Texas Homes - Round Rock, TX
Alan in Austin

Chrissy

What a wonderful gift. Thank you so much. Hope you have a great week. 

Jun 06, 2012 07:01 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

This is great Chrissy. It makes a bold and strong point - perfect!

Jun 06, 2012 07:44 AM
Kathy Sheehan
Bay Equity, LLC 770-634-4021 - Atlanta, GA
Senior Loan Officer

This is a great message for anyone that wishes to sell their home and make a good first impression.

Jun 06, 2012 10:54 AM
Patrick White
Home Driven Realty, Inc - Baldwin, NY
Driven to bring New Yorkers home

Good Evening Chrissy

Thanks for the post and marketing information. Have a great day

Jun 06, 2012 11:41 AM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Chrissy, that front entrance is a must for sellers to focus on for invitational purposes for buyers...great reminder!

Jun 06, 2012 08:30 PM
Chris Smith
Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage - New Tecumseth, ON
South Simcoe, Caledon, King, Orangeville Real Esta

Chrissy, many lasting impressions are made as one drives up, walks to and enters the home.

Jun 12, 2012 04:01 AM
Sonia Riahi
TourZap - Orléans, ON

Very cute blog post - we didn't even realize how much impact the front door has on potential buyers or viewers! Very insightful for sure. 

Jul 05, 2012 01:55 AM