Adding value to your property is key when trying to sell your house or if you are a property developer wanting to make a return on your investment.
You can add value to your home by making improvements where they’re needed. Some might be more rewarding than others.
There are many different ways to improve your home, such as upgrading kitchens and bathrooms, loft conversions and conservatory extensions. All add different amounts for value and differ in cost.
As a homeowner you need to see which type of improvement would be best for you and your property.
In some cases, homeowners can overdevelop their house and make it untouchable to potential buyers. If you live on a street where house prices are around $220,000 and your house is being valued at $280,000, this will have a negative effect on you trying to sell your house.
You want to be making reasonable improvements; prioritizing the most important things first i.e. windows over kitchen floor.
The exterior of your property is obviously the first thing people look at, so you want it to look as appealing as you can. Fitting new windows and doors can completely transform your property. Specifically, Vetrina Windows will add enormous amounts of value to your property, as they are a state of the art product and quality manufactured.
Vetrina Windows are guaranteed to last longer than any other window manufacturer on the market. This kind of upgrade will add a great amount of value to your home, as the next owners won’t have to worry about changing the windows for a good number of years. In addition to the longevity of Vetrina Windows, they are also energy efficient which adds another element of value to the property. This means heating costs will decrease significantly, saving the owner a bit of money. Most of Vetrina’s standard windows are triple glazed, meaning any noises coming from outside the property are kept to a minimum.
If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, you could consider having a conservatory or glass room installed. It’s a great way to make use of space that isn’t always used and can be utilized as an extended living space. The real benefit you get from glass rooms is the increased light into your home, especially in the summer months. Glass rooms, Orangeries and Conservatories all vary in price depending on the size of the build, and would normally cost around $5,000 to $10,000.
If you live in a detached property or a one story home, there’s an opportunity for you to have extension or a loft conversion. Building either of these can add a significant amount of value onto your home, as you are able to increase the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you have.
You can add value just by doing simple upgrades, such as giving all the rooms a new color of paint. This can make a home look more modern and updated. Everyone can agree that when buying a home, it can be a displeasing to see shabby old wallpaper or colors that do not agree with the times, as it might turn them off to the rest of the house.
Adding value to your property can be worthwhile and relatively low effort. If you’re in the financial position to make some home improvements, it’s definitely something to consider.
Here is a breakdown of which home improvements add the most value to your property.
Type of home improvement Added Value %
Extension 10-12% (based on average cost of around $15,000)
Exterior (Windows) 5-8%
Loft conversion 15-18% (based on average cost of around $30,000)
Painting and Decorating 2-3%
Figures from “This is Money” and “Daily Telegraph”.
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