10 HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS THAT ADD VALUE TO YOUR PROPERTY

1. Kitchen Remodel 

The kitchen serves as one of the main focal points of a home and investing in it is key when looking to increase your home’s value. Updates such as replacing appliances, cabinets or adding more storage can make all the difference. Opting for a more affordable option can be achievable by painting cabinets or changing out the backsplash. 

2. Bathroom Renovation 

A modern, attractive, and functional bathroom can make a strong impression on potential buyers. Considering making improvements on fixtures such as sinks and lighting. Even simple fresh paint can allow the bathroom to have a new and fresh look. 

3. Exterior Painting 

Exterior paint not only improves the curb appeal but also serves as a protective layer  against weather elements. According to many real estate experts, exterior painting, although an initial investment, is one of the most cost effective ways to increase your home’s property value. 

4. Landscaping 

A thoughtfully landscaped property can command a higher price through curb appeal and attract more potential buyers, leading to a faster sale. 

5. Deck Addition 

A deck addition provides another living space and can often be a cost effective option to quickly increase your home’s property value. 

6. Attic Conversion 

Although a larger project to tackle, converting an attic into a functional living space can provide many benefits. This addition to the home can be used in a number of versatile ways.

7. Smart Home Upgrades 

Smart home upgrades incorporated into homes can range from smart thermostats, smart lighting, smart locks, security cameras, smart smoke detectors, and smart appliances.

8. Bathroom Addition 

Working in a place to add even a half bath will allow your home to be a more functional space and serve as more valuable when listing. 

9. Finished Garage 

Garages are a simple and effective way to revamp space that already exists in your home. Think about what improvement projects are both practical and fit into your budget to help elevate your home. This could be as simple as adding more cabinets for storage or more intricate by turning it into a fun game room for entertaining. 

10. Energy Efficient Windows 

Energy bills are something I’m sure we can all agree we’d like to be lower. Changing out windows that offer better energy efficiency and higher protection against UV’s will help maintain a more regulated temperature. This can be a huge factor in adding to the value of your home. 

We could go through our homes and pick out thousands of different projects to tackle, all of which would in some way shape or form increase the value of your home. Spend some time to evaluate what particular parts of your property take more priority and make a list of must haves. Being realistic on what fits into your time and budget will be key to narrowing down which projects fit best for you. And as always, should you find yourself in need of a general contractor to assist you in your next home improvement project, give Coastland Collective a call!