Homes have always been one of the most valuable commodities that money can buy. According to the most recent data, UK houses have an average value of £294,300 which is almost 10% higher than the average in December 2021. This means that your house value will have likely increased with inflation, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get even more money if you’re planning on selling it soon.
There are many reasons for selling a home. This includes moving to a bigger house to accommodate your growing family or maybe you need to downsize due to the cost of living crisis. Whatever your reasons, adding value to your home is a must and can be done extremely easily.
The methods of doing this that we suggest come at a range of different price points but will each contribute to you getting your desired price for your home. Read on to find out what they are.
Create an open-plan living space
Open-plan living areas create a contemporary look in any home and also make it look bigger too. Modern spaces and bigger rooms are one of the easiest ways to increase the value of a home and will wow anyone viewing the property.
Fix any structural issues
New owners won’t want to have to spend more money fixing issues with the house. If they notice them, then they may offer you a lower amount for your home. Instead, fix problems like leaky roofs, collapsed floor slabs or dampness.
Spruce up your kitchen
Renovating your kitchen by modernising it and replacing old fixtures and fittings can increase your home’s value by up to £15,000. We recommend that you replace your cabinetry and get a fitted shaker kitchen instead for a stunning look that potential buyers will love.
Install a new heating system
Energy efficiency is so important in modern living as it allows homes to heat up properly. Installing central heating will allow homes to do this and is especially important if the property is old. A new central heating system will need to be supported by other home improvements to get the best out of it, however. Otherwise, you may lose heat rapidly. Some of these changes include:
- Sealing drafts in windows and doors
- Replacing windows that are broken and double-glazing them.
- Adding insulation to the loft
Each of these changes will go a long way in making your house look more desirable which will be great for getting a price that works for you. Plus, the more impressive your home is, the faster it will sell. This means you can take your money and do whatever you want to with it.