The value of your home can be significantly increased with just a few changes and any size budget. Renovating your home can mean more comfort, more living space and a lot more personalisation. Whether you are looking to put your house on the market, or just upgrade your living space, here are 4 unique ways to help you add value to your home.
By Team Savant
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1. Convert Your Loft Or Garage
Converting a loft or garage is one of the most popular renovation ideas there is because it is pretty simple and cost-effective with the right design and contractors. It creates an entire room, which can be used as a bedroom, gym or even a home office to accommodate your current lifestyle or prepare your home for a growing family. An extra room also means potentially increasing your property value by an extra 20%. If you do not own a garage or loft space, or they are already in use, you could consider adding a conservatory instead, to increase the living space and add value.
In addition, not everyone is able to build a physical extension, but they can still manage to add a garden room. This type of structure usually requires planning permission and building regulations approval, but it is an excellent way to add extra space without having to worry about the hassle of an extension or complex and expensive loft conversion. Garden rooms are becoming increasingly popular because they provide valuable living or workspace in the garden that connects with the house. So if you're looking for a way to add value to your home without having to make too many structural changes, then consider this as an alternative option.
2. Renovate Your Bathroom
Renovating your bathroom can be one of the best ways to spruce up your home, especially if it is over 10 years old. It is easy for limescale and grime to build up over time, as well as the design becoming outdated. Depending on your budget, you can simply add a fresh lick of paint, replace a few items, or completely replace your old bathroom. Any changes you make can be highly effective. Swap out your old white plastic shower for a sleek wetrooms design, swap out your old tub for a stand-alone one or simply refresh your storage by adding a tailor-made vanity unit.
3. Upgrade Your Kitchen
Upgrading your kitchen is a great way to breathe new life into your home. A kitchen is one of the main features of a home, and over time is prone to wear and tear, accumulating oil, grease, and even functional issues such as broken cupboards and doors. Remodelling your kitchen can improve your living space by creating a cleaner, more functional space as well as add value if you are thinking of selling. Kitchen remodels are not something you can invest in often, so your kitchen likely needs updating to a modern design. This alone can increase the value. Up-to-date kitchen models also mean updating electronics and appliances, which can significantly increase the energy efficiency rating of your home which will save you money, and attract buyers.
4. Tidy Up Your Garden
Outdoor spaces are becoming more popular, as people retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Tidying up your garden space, both front and back can significantly change the way it looks and create a better first impression. Trimming back bushes, cutting the grass, planting some flowers, jet washing the decking and de-weeding the paths can change the space in an instant. If you have the budget, you can opt for a total reconstruction of your garden, adding anything from decking, flower beds, to hot tubs and water features.
Adding value to your home doesn’t have to be costly, or time-consuming. A few changes here and there can significantly increase the value ready to sell or make your living space more comfortable for you.