Increasing the Value to Your Home
Most homeowners want to increase the value of their homes. Some projects will cost a lot of money but will pay off in the long term. Other projects only take a few hours and don’t cost much. Easy updates are a great way to increase the resale value if you plan to sell your property. Read on for some of the most popular projects you can do to add value to your home.
Add Value to Your Home with Smart Home Automation
Home automation devices are becoming more popular and being adopted by many homeowners, as they are appealing to potential buyers.
The following are some of the most in-demand smart home upgrades:
- Home security systems such as doorbell cameras
- Lighting systems
- Thermostats
- Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
A smart device is one that can you can interact with using your smartphone and can usually connect with other devices. A smart smoke detector, for instance, will give you a notification about the specific threat in the room and be paired with lights that turn on if it detects a threat.
Replace Your Garage Door
Replacing a garage door helps curb appeal and has a high return on investment. A contemporary garage door will immediately improve the appearance of a property and is a great way to add value to your home. The garage door you choose should be made of long-lasting materials, such as aluminum, steel, and wood-based composites. If the garage is connected to the home, add insulation to the door and energy-saving glazing to the windows.
Entryway Door Replacement with Steel Doors
Replacing the front door has long been one of the most cost-effective ways to add value to your home. There are a few materials a door can be made of, and you can choose one based on your budget, style, and how much value you’d like to add to the home.
- Wood is traditional and attractive. Wood is good at resisting wear when compared with other materials. This is the most expensive option, however.
- Steel is strong, energy-efficient, and affordable. An insulated steel door will help lower your utility bills while improving home security.
- Fiberglass doors resist wear and are also energy-efficient. A cheaply made fiberglass door is less durable and is easily damaged.
Makeover Your Bathroom to Add Value to Your Home
Change the look and feel of your bathroom with simple upgrades. If you want to make improvements to your bathroom on a budget, consider a variety of alternative ideas, such as:
- Repairing or replacing your toilet, sinks, or tubs.
- Installing a vanity or mirror.
- Retiling, re-flooring, and repainting.
- Adding extra storage space.
- Update cabinet hardware.
- Apply a fresh coat of paint.
Refurbish the Fireplace for a Completely Different Look
Because a fireplace is a significant selling feature for a property, it should be attractive and functional. Clean the chimney of built-up soot and creosote. If your hearth is outdated, repaint or replace the tile, brick, or stone with something that better matches the style and age of your house.
Add Value to your Home by Opening Up the Floor Plan
Many older homes have closed floor layouts, which divide living spaces and make them feel smaller. This is an outdated style and trends have changed. Open floor plans encourage more connection and also allow more natural light to enter the room.
Removing interior walls that are no longer needed makes a home appear larger and more open. A load-bearing wall dividing a space needs additional support, so hire a professional contractor before taking any action.
JW Goad Home Inspections provides inspections to customers in Clarksville, TN, and the surrounding areas. If you’re buying a home, contact us to request our services.