When maintained properly, rain gutters will last for decades. There are many things you can do to prolong the life of your gutters. Cleaning and inspecting them once or twice a year is a simple way to ensure your gutters continue to protect your home for many years to come.

You’ve started on your lists of small repairs, you’ve contacted a real estate agent, and now you’re in the final steps of getting ready to sell your house. But before you put your home up for sale, and certainly before having your first open house, here are 11 things to consider that most home sellers forget to think about and could cost you a sale.