Have you ever had a house that was a fabulous listing, but was difficult to show because the carpets weren’t clean or fresh? Do dark lines around the edge of rooms, dents where old furniture used to sit, traffic stains, or pet odors sound familiar? Dirty carpets can be an immediate turn-off and suggest that a home hasn’t been appropriately maintained to a potential buyer. And we all know in real estate, you never get a second chance to make a first impression!