A house is probably going to be the most expensive investment you make. Even if you’re not currently trying to sell, improving the look of your home can help you sleep well at night knowing that your house could be worth more than you bought it for. Plus, who doesn’t want to live in a beautiful house? We want to help you breathe some new life into your home and boost its value by sharing some simple ways to improve the look of various parts of your home.
The Front Exterior
Let’s talk about curb appeal. The first thing a potential buyer sees will more than likely be the front of the house. Things like a damaged front door or a simply outdated look may be a big turn off. Updating and repairing the light fixtures, front door, and window shutters are great examples of some simple ways to fix this and add some curb appeal. Honestly even just changing the color of your front door can improve the overall look of your home. This may seem like a pretty basic task, but don’t be afraid to get some help from your friends here at N-Hance of Albuquerque. Our wood door refinishing service can give your front door the right look to make you and a buyer extremely happy.
The Kitchen
This is the heart of every home. Think about all the time you spend in there with friends and families. A kitchen should feel warm and inviting, not complicated, outdated, and run down. People often make the mistake of thinking that they need to completely remodel their kitchen in order to see a real increase in their home’s value. Even though a full remodel will certainly do its job at increasing the value, it will also cost you a ton of time and money. Rather than doing a full remodel all at once, we would recommend doing a couple of simple projects like updating your countertops, backsplash, sink, and/or cabinets. Small projects will still add some value and appeal without totally breaking the bank.
The Yard
Yards are tricky here in New Mexico due to the dry climate. This doesn’t mean that you can’t still have a beautiful outdoor space. Get as familiar as you can with your landscape and try to utilize that space as much as possible. Do some research on low water plants and find some that you really enjoy. The biggest key though is keeping up on maintenance. Replace dead or dying plants, get the weeds out, fix any irrigation problems, and if you have a lawn be sure to mow it. A well maintained and thought out landscape can really help your house stand out on the market.
The Bathroom
The bathroom is a very essential part of every home. How it looks can help guests and homebuyers feel a little more comfortable while they’re in your home. Some simple projects to help maintain your bathroom can include redecorating, repairing tile or refinishing a wood floor, and updating the shower and tub. Be really careful with anything involving the plumbing as a leaky or busted pipe can obviously cause a lot of damage.
We hope that you have found these tips helpful. Of course, this list is not comprehensive and there are so many fun projects you can do around your home to help increase its appeal and value. If you’re a little apprehensive about DIY and want a little help, please give us a call today!