How do you create scent appeal?

Pet odors, cooking odors—your realtor just called to set up a showing…

  •  I recommend using lemon or citrus scented candles for showings and running a few lemon wedges through the garbage disposal.
  • Covering up the smell is not the answer.  Sometimes it takes a thorough cleaning of carpets, drapes, and upholstery.  It also helps to open windows to get air flowing and to clean out air ducts.
  • Cinnamon and vanilla are the best smells when trying to sell a home.  Have you ever walked into a home to be greeted by the fresh scent of cinnamon sticks on the stove or the smell of a burning vanilla candle?
  • I use an odor eliminator called “Pure Ayre”…it smells like mint.  It is a natural scent that is not an odor mask like many air fresheners.
  • Put a beer in the oven on low and it will smell like you are baking fresh bread.
  • For the basement—try a dehumidifier.  It will help to eliminate the damp and musty odor.

I hope these simple ideas help you get your home sold quickly…or just make it a more pleasant home to live in!!!