Thursday, 4 July 2019

How to add value to your home in three simple steps

Your home is the place that you live your day to day life, but it's more than that as well. In fact, for homeowners, it is likely to be one of the most significant investments they ever make. Of course, that means that not only is it worth investing in your home to make it the best place to live in, but doing so can also help it to retain and increase its value as well. Something you can read more about in the post below. 
Add an extension 
Space is something that is nearly always at a premium in UK properties. What that means is, if you want to add value, adding square footage is always a smart idea. Of course, you can choose to DIY this or get the professionals in to help. Although, it is well worth thinking carefully about the additional rooms you will add before you invest in an extension as you will also want them to work well for your life now as well. 
To that end, most people go for either extra bedrooms or extend their kitchens. Although adding a conservatory or sunroom is also a popular choice. 
Update the outside 
Don't forget that when it comes to adding value, you need the exterior of your home to look as good as the inside. Luckily, there are many things you can do to boost the look of the outside of your house, including repainting the walls, or if you have exposed brick or stone power washing them, so they look as clean as possible. 
It's also wise to pay special attention to the entryway of the home, as not only is the focal point for anyone looking from the outside but as it's also the transitional space that all visitors will walk through as well. 
With that in mind, the front door needs to be picked with care not only to be secure but attractive, looking as well. Something that makes UPVC Doors a good option here. Also, don't forget that you can dress the entrance of your home as well by adding potted plants, and even signs or house numbers to complete the look.
 
Modernise the interior 
There are two ways that you can modernise the inside of your home. One is primarily focused on the decor, which although very easy to change can make a massive difference when you come to sell your property. In fact, minimalist interiors mainly decorated in white with as little clutter are the most desirable at the moment in this regard. 
The second way that you can modernise your home to boost its value is to install up to date conveniences. What we mean here are things like a smart hub and the associated appliances that can be controlled from it, including heating, lighting, security, and even fridge freezers and washing machines. 
In fact not only can installing items like these in your home make your life much more comfortable, but it can really help to raise the overall value of the property should you ever wish to put it on the market. 

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