Home renovations aren’t a one-size-fits-all investment and there are so many ways that can help you increase the value of your house. Not only that, old, outdated designs make the house look boring.
There is no doubt that investing in home renovation also helps to up the monetary value of your home and also make you feel like you are living in a new space.
We have worked on numerous home renovation and extension projects to know that your options are endless. Viking Built is here to bring your vision to life.
Basic home renovations tips to begin with
There are a few key areas in your home which have to be in top-notch shape to tell potential buyers that you care about the upkeep of the property. While these things don’t require extravagant fittings or stunning design installations, they still need to look modern and well-looked after to give the right impression. Make sure that the following fixtures are in good condition, which means no signs of cracks, discolouration, or ageing, and you have already contributed towards a higher value for your home:
Front door
Exterior walls
Landscaping and front garden
Fencing
Exterior lighting
Roof and guttering
How much value does a renovation add to a home?
You will find that any investment you make into improving your home will be returned tenfold. Whether that is in your experience of the property or market value. Renovations are investments that are meant to improve elements about living in a home whether it is energy, water, or comfort. Ultimately, paying money to improve these things improves the liveability and comfort of the property which will, in turn, improve the value. There are detailed tips about improving the liveability of your home on the Australian Government’s ‘Your Home’ portal. You can never go wrong with home renovations because homes are assets that always appreciate in value, and you are only boosting that appreciation with renovation. Spending a couple of thousand dollars on your home, particularly in high-value areas like your kitchen and bathroom, could add significant value.
Do kitchen renovations add to home value?
We’ve already touched on this, but kitchens are one of the best areas in the home to renovate if you are after improved property value. The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of a home and that’s because it’s one of the defining areas of any property. The best thing about kitchen renovations is that you don’t need to break the bank to afford improvements that make a difference. A kitchen renovation can easily add $50,000 or more in value to your home. A couple of the following simple changes can achieve exactly what is needed without huge budgets to complete them:
Benchtops for the counters or island
Installing quality built-in appliances like microwave or dishwasher
Add more storage and pantry space
Room layout update
Additional windows or lighting additions
Repainting to add modern colours or designs
The value in custom features for home renovations
One of the best things you can do for your house is to dress it for sale and that requires that you include fittings or features that make it stand out from other typical designs. Every house needs something a little bit special to make it stand out and that’s what we love doing at Viking Built. As much as we love building great spaces, we love building the features that bring those spaces to life. We specialize in the rare service of custom design furniture. You aren’t just selling a house once you put your property on the market. You are also selling a lifestyle and a certain personality emanated by the home. Ideal home settings create wide, open neutral spaces with beautiful bespoke furniture in which buyers can see themselves living. Bespoke furniture also has the added advantage of looking good for photos for online property sale platforms. Prospective buyers will probably get the first look of your home by the photos online, so you should want those photos to grab their attention in the best way.
The value in exterior renovations
We’ve also already highlighted the importance of curb appeal so there is no reason for you not to invest in how your property looks on the street to first-time viewers. Viking Built also helps with the exterior finishes so that we cover everything from the edge of the property to the front door. We want the fencing to look good and the pathway paving to be stunning. The best way to improve your property value is to deal with the parts that people will see first and that means the view of the place from the street. The great thing about street view renovations is that small fixes sometimes go a long way. It doesn’t require a lot of work or money to make sure that the front yard and paint look in the best shape. Painting is one of the most cost-effective and easy renovation tactics. That is because it is low-cost and quick to do but the visual impact is quite significant.
Viking Built renovations
All of the renovation tips and tricks mentioned here are some of the top investment ideas recommended by Australia’s top property experts. This means that they will work! Both for improving your property value and limiting how much you’ll have to spend. There are other home improvement ideas that can help add value, but they require more extensive work to achieve like adding extra rooms, installing smart lighting and fittings, or updating the flooring.
Get in touch with us on 0432 971 472 or send us an email at rhys@vikingbuilt.com.au and we may surprise you with the advice we can give. We are home renovations experts in Sydney so we can help you achieve improved home value.
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