The sense of smell is a powerful motivator. When prospective buyers walk into a house, they respond more positively if they smell freshly baking oatmeal cookies instead of the lingering odor of a household pet.

As the homeowner, you may not notice odors that visitors are aware of as soon as they walk in the door. When your house is for sale, ask a friend or neighbor to give it a "sniff test". If there are offensive odors in your home, how do you get rid of them?

There are a few simple solutions--giving the floors and walls a good scrubbing, using the old vanilla-on-the-light-bulb trick, plugging in an essential oil diffuser and throwing out the dog's special chair. You can temporarily declare your home a "no smoking" zone. You may need professional help for cleaning carpets and drapes or deodorizing walls and wood floors. Your real estate agent will be able to provide you with a list of cleaning services which can assist you in making your home smell clean and fresh.

	See All Tips In The "Cosmetic Improvements" Category >
	See Complete Library Of Hundreds Of Tips In 30+ Categories >

Bill Cullin
Long & Foster Real Estate Inc
37156 Rehoboth Avenue Ext Suite 5
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
302-841-7147
Fax: 302-227-8165
bill.cullin@longandfoster.com

I am a full time, full service real estate agent who will help take care of all aspects of your Buying or Selling processes.I have been the top agent in my sales office for three consecutive years. Put my experience and track record to work for you.

www.BeachDelaware.com is brought to you by Bill Cullin
Real estate agent(s) for Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach and Dewey Beach, Delaware

Read Bill Cullin's Privacy Guarantee, Terms of Service, and Free & Without Obligation Pledge