Should I Replace The Carpet Or Just Clean It?
Getting ready to put your Destin Florida area home on the market? Want to get the most money without having to take on a major renovation? Let's tackle one of the common issues, to replace or simple clean the carpet.
To Clean Or Replace
- Replace if you have the time and money--Carpet retains all sort of animal hair, dust, and a whole host of other things best not pondered. New floors will certainly dress up an existing home and get rid of some possible odors.
- Clean if money or time is tight-- Running short on disposable income? Or perhaps the home needs to be sold like yesterday. This suggests a professional cleaning. And don't go cheap or try to do it yourself. Professional grade cleaning equipment is FAR superior to the contraption you rent from the grocery store.
- If Replacing, don't install new carpet--There is a segment of the buying public who is dead set against carpet. Spending money on flooring that will be replaced immediately after closing doesn't help anyone.
- Consider a flooring allowance-- Running short on cash, time, or a combination of the two? Consider setting aside a fixed amount as an allowance. The amount needs to be inline with actual replacement cost.
- If cleaning, take measures to keep it clean-- Once the carpet is professionally cleaned, limit access to pets, consider removing your shoes, and spot clean as needed. And please, don't smoke in the house.
Prepping Your Destin Florida Home For Market
Need specific advice for getting your Destin Florida area home show ready? Call Doug Rogers (318) 613-1994 with RE/MAX Coastal Properties today! Want to see how your home stakes up against the local competition? Go to Destin Florida Homes For Sale to view properties listed on the local MLS.
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