As a homeowner, there are many things you can do to improve your home to maintain or even increase the value of your home. If you want to work your way up the property ladder, knowing how to increase your home value to guarantee the best return when you sell up or move on is significant. Some specific projects are guaranteed to improve not only the curb appeal of your home but also its value. The location and the size of your house will have an impact on your property value; however, the following are things you can do to increase its value.
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Improve the Outdoor Area
If you want a different perspective of your home’s value, consider the curb appeal. Does your house have a curb appeal? Is it attractive? There is no doubt that the vegetation and vibrant plants will add some curb appeal to your home, but improve the curb appeal by first making a list of how to improve the optimistic and get rid of the negative. The outside of your home needs to make the potential buyer want to stride right through the front door. Also, make sure that the current landscape is well-maintained and consider planting flowers or even repaint the front door. Opt for low-maintenance landscaping that will save you money and add value to your home when you sell it.
Beautify or Add an Extra Bathroom
The bathroom is typically the pillar in all the rooms; this means that there is a lot of wear and tear. You should make sure your bathroom is appropriately functioning and add some improvements along the way. You can also add an extra bathroom to add to the sale price. However, the most cost-effective way to increase the sale value is by reusing the existing space and adding some upgrades. Consider adding freestanding bathtubs and focus on the faucet. Also, go with the granite or marble countertops, and don’t forget to nix the overhead lighting in favor of wall mounts to add more value to your home. Bathroom upgrades are always a safe bet.
Spruce Up the Ceiling
The ceiling makes up one-sixth of a room’s total area and is one of the most neglected spaces. Upgrading your ceiling will add some value to your home as well as architectural interest. If you have popcorn ceilings, you will need to hire a contractor to scrape it smooth. Then install crown molding or box beams for a coffee look and to add a classy custom look to the smoothened ceiling. Adding these small upgrades to your ceiling will help your home stand out from the rest.
Create a Driveway
To add significant value to your home, consider building one or two parking spaces in front, or beside your property, even if it means giving up part of your front garden. For many potential home -buyers, a driveway that is elegant and low-maintenance is more attractive than a garden they will never use.
Upgrade Your Kitchen
Kitchen remodels are another safe bet that can add substantial value to your home. An attractive, hygienic, and friendly kitchen is necessary both to buyers and the appraisal examiners. Prior to upgrading your kitchen, consider its shape and position, and determine if there will be any need to make some structural changes to the space. Start with the smallest upgrades, and if there are any expensive projects, make sure that you budget for them after a while. If you cannot do the kitchen makeover by yourself, consider hiring a handyman and give him a list of the things you want to be done.
Make your Home Energy Efficient
There are many small steps you can take to make your home energy efficient. With the popularity of eco-friendly homes rising, green or energy-efficient homes have been increasing in worth. There are many ways you can increase the energy efficiency in your home, for instance;
- Reinsulating your home
- Getting energy-efficient appliances
- Go solar
- Choose a cool metal roof
- Install new windows
- Replacing your heating and cooling system
Add a Garden Room
A garden room will add value to your home far more than it will cost, as long as it is designed, built, and added into the house’s plan in a precise way. A garden room will allow you to enlarge the space in your home without invasive and complex additions. The garden room will also add value to your home. You can utilize the garden room to be a quiet working space, a family space, or even a personal gym. It is recommended that you design your garden room using eco-friendly building materials and LED lights to lower the energy costs.
Make your Home Smarter
Potential home buyers will obviously choose to buy a home that has some gizmos and gadgets. Home automation considerably increases the value of a home in terms of curb appeal. Incorporating smart home gadgets to your home benefits both you as well as the potential homebuyer. Some devices you can add to your home include smart thermostats, smart smoke detector, smart lighting, smart door locks, and many others.
Upgrade the Flooring
New flooring can do wonders to the general look as well as the feel of your home. Your home flooring gets a lot of foot traffic and gets a beating every day. Potential home buyers typically want a house that has floors that are in good condition, materials that equal the purpose of every room, and the one that it is worth their money. Flooring is one of the cheapest upgrades you can make and get a higher return on your investment. Choose flooring that will improve your home’s flair and purpose since it is an important feature of your home’s design.
Tile flooring is the ideal choice for millions of people. It lasts for years and comes in many different designs and looks incredible. Upgrading your flooring is the no-brainer in increasing the value of your home.
Interior Paint
Painting can be a significant venture or a terrible mistake in your home; however, this totally depends on the color you choose. Pick a particular color that will improve the look and feel of every room.
There are numerous benefits of an organized home; first, you get to save money and increase its resale value. Buyers pay more attention to the house’s organizational elements. Maximize your home’s value by making some small improvements that give you higher returns. Improving the curb appeal, upgrading your flooring, and painting the walls can go a long way to make your home stand out from the rest.
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