If you want to get the most out of your property, consider repairing or replacing your roof before selling. A brand-new roof can boost your home’s resale value and attract more potential buyers.
Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of roof repair or replacement before listing your home.
Higher Property Value
Most buyers choose homes with newly installed roofs and transferable warranties even if they cost higher than their other choices because they know the roofs have longer lifespans and better performance. A restored or repaired roof can also achieve the same benefit because it shows the homeowner’s dedication to maintaining and preserving the property, including the roof.
Fewer Negotiations
Buyers have a reason to ask for a lower price if your roof has missing, cracked or blistered shingles, or if the roof is simply old and deteriorating. You can reduce or eliminate price negotiations if you fix or replace the roof before selling. This will also help you pass home inspections and justify your selling price. Make sure the rest of your home is in good condition, too, so any value from your roof won’t be offset by problematic features.
Better Marketability
Your roof is a crucial component of your home’s curb appeal. Buyers easily disregard properties with damaged or ugly roofs. So, if you want more people to notice your property, you have to invest in your home’s exterior, including your roof. Good curb appeal also makes it easier to take attractive pictures of your home, which are essential when listing your home on real estate websites.
If you need roofing services before selling your property, contact Goodrich Roofing. We’ll make sure that your roof is in great shape and homebuyers will be satisfied with it. Call us at (505) 884-0662, or complete this contact form for a free consultation.