Ep 14. Bridgeport, CT
- November 10, 2007
Sell This House is a popular TV show that helps homeowners to renovate and makeover their houses to make them more appealing to potential buyers. In season 5 episode 14, the show visits Bridgeport, CT, where the hosts meet a couple who have been struggling to sell their home for over a year.
The house appears to be in solid shape, but it is outdated and unappealing to buyers. It has several structural flaws, including a leaky roof and cracked walls, which need to be fixed. Additionally, the interior of the home is cluttered, outdated, and poorly furnished, making it difficult for potential buyers to visualize themselves living in the space.
The Sell This House team takes on the challenge of transforming the house into an attractive and modern abode. The first step is to declutter the home by removing all unnecessary items and furniture. This clears up valuable space and makes the house look more spacious and inviting.
The next step is to repair and update the home's structural issues. The crew fixes the roof, replaces the cracked walls, and installs new windows to increase the home's energy efficiency. They also repaint the exterior of the house and clean up the yard to increase its curb appeal.
Once the structural issues have been taken care of, the Sell This House team focuses on updating the interior of the home. They replace the old and worn-out furnishings with modern and stylish pieces. The team also repaints the walls and adds new decor to give the home a fresh and updated look.
The bathroom and kitchen also receive makeovers. The outdated bathroom is transformed into a spa-like oasis with modern fixtures and finishes, while the kitchen receives new countertops, modern appliances, and new cabinetry, making it a modern and functional space.
The Sell This House team understands the importance of staging a home to effectively showcase its potential to buyers. They add finishing touches like artwork, throws, and floral arrangements to create a cohesive and attractive space.
Finally, the homeowners are invited back to see their transformed home. They are amazed at the improvements made and the new, modern look of the house. The Sell This House team also hosts an open house to showcase the home to potential buyers.
In the end, the transformation pays off, and the house sells quickly, giving the homeowners the fresh start they needed. The Sell This House team is satisfied with another successful renovation and transformation, bringing another happy ending to a struggling homeowner.