Garden Makeovers Before Going on the Market: What Adds Value

If you are selling a home in Auckland, you probably already know to declutter, repaint where needed, and present the interior well. Many sellers overlook the garden entirely, which is a missed opportunity, because kerb appeal is the first impression buyers form before they even step inside.

What buyers notice. Real estate agents consistently report that overgrown hedges, weedy beds and tired lawns knock perceived value, sometimes a lot. A garden that looks neglected signals that the property may not have been well looked after generally. A neatly presented garden creates an immediate positive feeling that sets the tone for the whole viewing.

What we can do before your open home. A one-off garden tidy-up typically takes a day and covers cutting back overgrown hedges and shrubs, clearing weeds from beds, applying fresh mulch (this alone makes an enormous visual difference), removing green waste and rubbish, and general tidying to a clean, presentable standard.

How quickly can it be done? We do our best to fit property-marketing tidy-ups in within the week. If you have a specific open-home date, let us know and we will work with you.

What it costs. A one-off tidy-up quote depends on the size and state of the garden. We offer free quotes. Call Marko on 027 422 5235 or fill in our quote request form, and we can often give an estimate from photos before visiting.

See also: Garden Tidy-Ups and Garden Makeovers and Landscaping.