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Plumbing Improvement Tips To Help You Sell Your House

Filed Under Colorado Plumbing 

Trying to get your house ready for sale? Sometimes it takes more than a few cosmetic changes.  While making the property look good is important, it is even more important that the house functions properly. The last thing a new homeowner wants to do is replace a faucet, or put in a new water heater shortly after the move.

As you are repairing, updating or replacing, start up a notebook filled with notes for the new homeowner, letting them know about new fixtures. In some cases it may help to provide knowledge about warranties and service contracts, especially if they carry forward. Instead of trial and error, a new homeowner will appreciate a little good advice from the party who had the fixture replaced.

Install a new toilet, rain sensors and water efficient nozzles to the sprinkler system, or solar panels for energy efficiency. Right now there are rebates in place through a variety of sources that can help you save money on installation, and improve the efficiency of your home in the process. Installing a low flow toilet can save approximately 25 percent of water consumption on a daily basis.  And because flushing the toilet accounts for roughly 38 percent of water used in the average home, replacing older models can mean significant savings. And can give you a boost in the selling process.

There are other practical steps to take regarding the plumbing before selling your home.  First check for and replace all leaky faucets in the bathrooms, kitchen, and bathtubs.  Leaks can be expensive to the homeowner and potential buyers readily observe dripping faucets and think worst-case scenario.  Moreover, leaks send a subtle message that the home was not well cared for, and might possibly be a poor investment.

It is also prudent to check around the base of toilets for leaks and unpleasant odors.  These are indicative of a broken or worn out seal that sits directly beneath the toilet.  Broken seals should be replaced immediately as they can escalate into more serious problems if ignored.

Look for signs of discoloration in grout around tubs and showers. Slow leaks may start to fade the color, and eventually start to form mold. Any soft spots in the shower walls can also indicate a potential water pipe leak. A plumber can easily spot a potential problem, and repair it quickly.

Finally, if your home has mature trees and landscaping, consider a water main and sewer line inspection.  Tree roots are attracted to water sources, especially in times of drought. The first place they will head is to a water source, which could be your water or sewer main.  A final inspection report included in the potential buyers notebook could be the turning point for an offer. Knowing a house has a clean bill of health, and is ready to move into can mean all the difference.

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