Beautify Your Backyard for Buyers: Spring and Summer Secrets to Sell Your House

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It’s getting warmer and if you’re selling your house, the outside is now more important than ever. Buyers, especially in warmer states like Florida, are often looking for a house with plenty of outdoor space there they can be active, relax, and entertain. In order to fulfill these functions, outdoor spaces play many roles. They are a place to relax by the pool, play games, enjoy the warm weather, and hang out with family and friends. But you need to prep the space in order for buyers to picture themselves enjoying these activities in your yard. 


Clean and Clear 

Start prepping your patio by removing any old and broken furniture, toys, planters or debris. An open area is better than a place filled with overgrown plants and broken pots. A clean and cleared patio gives the impression of more space where buyers can envision themselves entertaining and relaxing. Pressure clean the patio, fix broken pavers, and shine the pool tile to create a well-maintained impression of both your patio and pool.



Create a Cozy Conversation Space

Patios require plenty of seating for family and friends. Chairs encircling a firepit create a 

cozy relaxing space for both day and night. Inexpensive plastic chairs that come in a variety 

of colors give this area both charm and purpose. So, whether relaxing on a warm, summer 

day or roasting marshmallows on a cool, winter night, this space transforms into a great 

gathering spot. Firepits are an easy, inexpensive DIY project that can be built with pavers 

from a home improvement store or purchased already complete as a portable firepit. Either 

way, buyers will love this glowing addition, both day and night.




Rest and Relax by the Pool

Summer is the perfect time to spotlight your pool and patio and staging this asset will attract 

 the attention of buyers. Placing lounge chairs around the pool area lets buyers see 

 themselves relaxing and enjoying the bright sun and warm weather that spring and summer 

 seasons bring.



Uncover the Practicality

A covered patio is a wonderful feature to have on those days where temperatures can go into the 90s and beyond. To let buyers see the space behind the stored stuff, begin by removing bug spray, weed killer and any other garden products left lying around. Also, remove closed up game tables if not being used. If you do want to leave them, like the ping pong table above, be sure to open and stage them so they demonstrate their fun purpose.



Shine in the Shade

By eliminating unnecessary garden products, toys and other unused items, the covered patio becomes a place to take a seat and unwind. With so much space exposed, buyers can envision their own furniture, whether it is sectional seating or a dining table. Opening the space allows buyers to use the space in a way that works for them, all while seeking shelter from the hot, scorching sun.  

Check out Pinterest for more Pool and Patio Pictures

   

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