Renovating to add value to your home
By Amanda Scali

Are you looking to do some minor renovating to your home to add value?
 
Some areas don't have to cost you an arm and a leg to renovate but will instantly add value to your home.
 
It might be that you are looking to refresh your space or get your house ready for sale. Either way doing some minor renovations can make a difference.
 
Here are our top ideas to add value to your home.
 
 
Floors
 
If you are looking to prepare your home for sale, updating your flooring can help entice buyers to put in that all-important offer quickly.
 
It ticks a box when a potential buyer walks into a home, and it's one less inhibitor they may have when considering purchasing.
 
Updating carpets is probably the easiest and cheapest home update and putting in some floating floorboards can be a great way to spruce up your home and give it a whole new feel.
 
 
Windows
 
Do your windows need a new image? It might be time to invest in new curtains or a fresh lick of paint to window frames.
 
Light is a huge factor when it comes to your home and is going to have a more significant impact if it looks light and airy.
 
A fresh lick of paint or new dressings can give your space a breath of fresh air and a new life.
 
 
Kitchen
 
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and you might be looking for some cost-effective ways to give yours a facelift. You might want to consider replacing handles and knobs on cupboards to update your cabinetry.
 
Or, if you are looking for a more significant wow factor, how about updating your benchtop or splashback? There are some great ways you can bring your kitchen back to life.
 
And it might be as simple as a long-overdue declutter and adding some beautiful plants to your home.
 
Bathroom
 
A bathroom is going to be a bigger ticket item when it comes to the cost involved with renovations and might be something you need to look at saving for or drawing down on your home loan if that is an option, but bright and airy bathrooms can really help your home feel fresh and light.
 
If you are on a budget, you can try some new towels, a plant or two and possibly a new mirror to lighten your bathroom space whilst you save for your renovation.

If you are looking to get your home ready for sale and don’t know where to start and would like a FREE appraisal, give our office a call on 8350 4200 and one of our team will be in touch with you to organise an appraisal of your property.
 
Happy renovating.