Top 8 home improvements — The best way to add value to your home when you decide to sell
2 MIN READIt is either the location that is not right, neighbours or maybe you just need extra space for the dining room table. No matter what your reason is, house prices are going up every year but not significantly. There are, however, things we can do to up the value of the property and finally afford something that is going to be just perfect for what we need.
Here are 8 steps you should take to improve your home and make it worth more than the rest of the houses on your street.
1 Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the house. For many people, this is the most important room, and if it is outdated, it could put potential buyers off. That is why it is vital to spend extra time to modernise it. This could be as simple as repainting or going one step further with new cabinets and built-in appliances. Remember to not overspend your money on this, but a well-presented kitchen could increase the total value of your home by around 6%.
2 Bathroom
Just as important as the kitchen, the bathrooms are now considered a place of relaxation and bliss, not only designed to be utilitarian. A clean and minimalistic appearance with the added touch of underfloor heating would certainly shout out luxury and increase the overall house price by 2-3% if the rest of the house is in good order.
3 Flooring
What is the first thing you see when you enter someone's house? The floor. Horrible carpet with stains or even worse - carpet in the bathroom. Updating this can make your property appear clean and more inviting. Pick neutral colours to match whatever furniture you have. If you are feeling fancy, add natural stone flooring. Good impression and value guaranteed.
4 Upgrade Heating System
Heating systems are forever being improved, especially to make it more efficient. Upgrading your old storage heaters to a smart heating system will save you money, improve EPC, and convince prospective buyers that it is all in full working order and will not have to be replaced anytime soon.
5 Add a shed
According to 82% of surveyed estate agents, this little storage container adds a significant value to the exterior of a property and keeps all the garden equipment out of the way. It may not higher your house price, but it will be a great addition.
6 Front Garden
First impression matter. Well maintained front porch, trimmed grass, couple of flowers, and a tidy path leading to the door will easily up the value by as much as 20%, and a superb looking property will get more attention.
7 Fix the defects
Sort out the damp and repair everything that is ruining the image. Whether it is a cracked wall, squeaky doors or a leaky gutter, most things can be fixed, especially on a low budget, and it is essential, as having some defects can devalue your home and scare the future buyer.
8 Security
Have you ever heard of the Smart Home System? Convert your home and add an intelligent technology like smart locks or cameras (accessible via mobile device from anywhere in the world). A worthwhile investment and an excellent way to attract gadget-lovers or just anyone who is conscious about home safety and wants to keep an eye on the valuables.
We hope these simple steps will help you sell your home with a big profit and give you some ideas of what you need to do to transform it without overthinking it, and if you need any help, feel free to look at our services page and find out more what we can do for you.