Whether you are about to sell your home and move toward greener pastures, or you are simply on the lookout for a great DIY project for this month – adding value to the home is a brilliant idea. Today we are going to take a look at some of the simple ways you can add value to your home and get it ready for sale.
These projects might take some time, but once you do them your home will be better for it and those who are looking on the market will see your home above the rest.
Install solar panels
Solar energy has been a popular home feature for a long time, and for many years people have been switching to solar shingles and panels to help save money on their electricity bills and to help save the planet. Installing solar panels on your home will not only be beneficial to you right now – but it will make a huge impact on the sale of your home. Solar panels are a sought after item, and those looking to buy will likely take into account that your home has solar panels.
Spruce up the garden
It is important to pay as much attention to the outside of your home as the inside. If you have a back garden, front garden, or both – it is important not to let these become wild and unkempt as it will turn buyers away. If a buyer sees long grass, weeds, and no color in your garden it will put them off and this can impact the value of your home. Make sure to keep on top of your gardening and try to ensure it always looks tidy, colorful, and inviting. Outdoor spaces can be a deal breaker for many so be aware of this.
Consider open plan living
One way you could consider adding value to your home is by knocking down a couple of walls in your home. If you currently have 3-4 rooms in your downstairs, you could consider opening up some or all of them to create a spacious and open plan design for yourselves and for potential buyers. Space and light is so important for those buying a home and open plan designs often have the best of these features. It will add value to your home and it will likely make for a better design for you overall.
Invest in curb appeal
One important feature of any home is the front-facing entrance. If your home looks drab and old from the front, people will be immediately put off and the value of your home will go down. Consider ways to make the front of your home look better such as touching up paintwork or rendering, cleaning the driveway, or re-tiling the roof. Any changes you can make to the front of your home will impact the appeal on the market and overall will impact the value you are able to sell your home for.
Try some of these ways to add value to your home this week.
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