Selling a home requires considerable planning and preparation, and your to-do list likely includes checking the condition of the roof, foundation, and interior and exterior spaces of the house. One aspect that can easily get overlooked is the condition of your asphalt paving. Asphalt is one of the first features potential buyers will see when approaching your home. Below, discover a few reasons to check your asphalt before listing your property for sale.

Why You Should Update the Asphalt Before You List Your Home

1. Curb Appeal

A sleek, uniform stretch of asphalt is visually stunning. Surfaces that are broken, pocked with potholes, or lined with cracks can mar the entire appearance of the property, making it look rundown and not maintained.

Consider the asphalt paving your first chance to make a good impression on prospective buyers. Inspect the condition of the surface beforehand and hire an asphalt paving professional to fill in minor imperfections or repave the entire area.

2. Value

Because it enhances the look of the whole property, an asphalt surface should figure into how much you're asking for the home. Use it as a selling point. Asphalt paving withstands cold temperatures well—a definite plus for Minnesota homeowners—and it's easier to repair and more stain-resistant than concrete.

3. Affordability

Asphalt is less expensive than concrete; a concrete driveway costs up to 50% more than an asphalt one. It is an affordable improvement that requires minimal investment—and it can bring big returns when it comes to the asking price, as well as longevity. With the proper upkeep, an asphalt surface will last at least 15 years.

Before selling your home, make it a priority to replace your asphalt surfaces. Jellisons Best Blacktop is here to help. For more than 70 years, they have been providing asphalt paving services to the Minneapolis, St. Paul, Apply Valley, and Burnsville, MN, region. They install new drives and driveway replacements, parking lots, sport courts, and pathways. Call (952) 890-4664 or visit their website to request an estimate for residential paving.