Exterior Remodeling Checklist Before You Sell Your Indianapolis Home

Getting ready to sell your Indianapolis home? First impressions matter, especially when buyers are scrolling through listings or driving by for a showing. Your home’s exterior is the first thing they’ll see. It sets the tone for everything that follows.

If your goal is to sell quickly and for top dollar, updating the outside of your home is a smart move. Here’s a simple checklist of exterior improvements that can help your home look its best.

Why exterior updates matter

Buyers often judge a home before they step inside. If the outside looks tired or neglected, they’ll assume the inside is too.

Making the right updates can help:

• • Improve curb appeal
  • Attract more interest online
  • Increase your asking price
  • Reduce time on the market

You don’t have to renovate everything. A few targeted improvements can go a long way.

Your pre-sale exterior remodeling checklist

1. Check your roof

Is your roof missing shingles? Curling at the edges? Starting to sag? If so, it could scare off buyers. A roof in good condition gives buyers confidence. A new one can even increase your home’s value. If you're unsure, have a pro inspect it before you list.

2. Look at your siding

Cracked, faded, or warped siding makes a home look older than it is. Replacing it with new vinyl siding or fiber cement siding (like Hardie Plank) can make a big impact. Even if you’re not replacing it, give it a good cleaning and repair any damage.

3. Inspect soffits, fascia, and trim

These small details say a lot about overall maintenance. Rotted wood, peeling paint, or sagging trim can turn buyers off. Replacing or repainting these areas is an easy way to clean up your home’s look.

4. Clean or upgrade your gutters

Gutters should be secure, clean, and working properly. If they’re dented or leaking, it’s time for an upgrade. Seamless aluminum gutters are a great selling point. And if you have a large roof, 6-inch gutters may be worth the investment.

5. Add a fresh coat of paint

Paint is one of the simplest ways to boost curb appeal. Focus on high-visibility areas like the front door, trim, and shutters. Neutral colors work best. A freshly painted front door can make your whole entryway feel more welcoming.

6. Update lighting and hardware

Old porch lights or rusty door handles can date your home. Swapping in modern fixtures and new house numbers is a quick win. These small touches can make your home look more current without spending a lot.

7. Clean up your landscaping

You don’t need a full landscape makeover. Just mow the lawn, edge the walkways, pull weeds, and add fresh mulch. Trim any overgrown bushes or trees. A neat, tidy yard helps buyers picture themselves living there.

Focus on the updates that matter most

Not every home needs every upgrade. Look at your home’s condition, your price point, and your local market. If the roof is in great shape, you might just need fresh paint and clean gutters.

The goal is to fix anything that could raise red flags and highlight features that make your home shine.

We can help you get your home ready to sell

At Peakside Exteriors, we’ve helped many Indiana homeowners prep their homes for sale. We install roofing, vinyl and fiber cement siding, gutters, soffits, and fascia. If something on your home’s exterior needs attention, we can take care of it before buyers ever show up.

We’ll give you honest advice about what’s worth fixing and what’s not. And we’ll get the work done right, on time and on budget.

Serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas

Peakside Exteriors proudly serves:  Indianapolis, Zionsville, Carmel, Noblesville, Greenfield, Greenwood, Plainfield, Brownsburg, Fishers, and McCordsville.

If you’re in one of these areas and preparing to list your home, we’d love to help.

Ready to improve your home’s curb appeal?

Let’s make sure your home looks its best before it hits the market. Contact Peakside Exteriors today for a free estimate. We’ll walk your property, talk through your goals, and give you a plan that fits your timeline and budget.

Call (317) 919-3035 or request your quote online to get started.