How to Increase Your Home’s Value Before Moving

By making some improvements to your home before selling it or renting it out, you may be able to make more money than you have spent so it can be worth it to make these improvements.

New Heating System

If your house is really old, it might not have any central heating at all. Adding or updating your heating system will add more value to your home than it costs and should be done in conjunction with other improvements such as sealing drafts, replacing windows and adding insulations. You could also add luxury improvements to your home such as underfloor heating.

Convert Loft

Converting your loft can be cheaper than getting an extension but will add more space to your property. It will increase the value of your property as it will add more accommodation. Unlike a normal extension, loft conversions don’t normally require planning permission, but it is still worth checking before you begin as not to get caught out. Go to a loft conversions Kent company for more information.

Decorate

If you are thinking of selling your house, perhaps do a tour of your home in the mindset of a buyer that is looking to buy the property. Look for things you would look for yourself, and hopefully, you won’t miss any little defects. People like an easy life, so if you sort all the tiny little defects, it means whoever buys your property won’t have to. Having to do less work makes buying your property more appealing. There are a number of typical defects that may put buyers off of your property, such as:

• Peeling paint
• Mouldy sealants in the kitchen and the bathroom
• Dripping taps
• Squeaky floors
• Loose tiles
• Door latches that don’t work
• Cracks in ceilings and plasterwork

Garden Makeover

It’s not just the inside of your property that matters. The garden is also a big deal for a lot of buyers. If you’re not a keen gardener, it can be easy to forget about this part of the property, but it is still important. Here are some garden improvement ideas to consider:

• New fences that give you more privacy
• Structures like pergolas can make the garden look interesting
• Creating distinct areas for each function

If these are too much for your budget, even just simply tidying up the garden can improve what it looks like massively. Before a viewing you should:

• Clean up and tidy litter
• Clean up dead plants
• Weed
• Cut back overgrown trees and shrubs
• Add colour and interest with plants

New Bathroom/Kitchen

Adding a new, improved and fashionable kitchen or bathroom can greatly improve your chances of selling your property at a good price. Kitchens and bathrooms take the most work to renovate, so taking the hassle out for your buyers means that they could pay more for the property. If your kitchen and bathroom are both outdated, choose something that looks clean and modern. If a kitchen renovation sounds too expensive, you could always just replace your cupboard doors. This makes your kitchen look brand new but without the price tag.