Home Improvement Projects That Add Value To Your Property

November 15, 2021

Every home remodel comes with some setbacks, especially if it's an older home. Aged homes tend to have many problems that homeowners ignore and leave to the prospective buyers. However, instead of selling your home at a low price, consider making some adjustments by completing these home improvement projects that add value to your property.

A Bathroom Renovation

No matter the size of the problem, a newly remodeled bathroom can increase your return up to 102 percent. This statistic alone can get you close to $10,700 back from the resale. When deciding what to change, consider updating the bathtub or the walls.

If the tub is filled with old rust stains and has an undisclosed odor, you should replace the entire bathtub with something more modern. Before choosing a tub, measure out the space so that you don’t have to worry if the tub’s too big or small.

You can spread a fresh coat of paint on the walls or replace the wallpaper with a modern tile design. A bathroom renovation is a fitting touch for every older home, especially because many prospective buyers will want to buy a home that still has its original character.

An Attic Conversion

As you begin preparations to transform your attic into a personal office space or an additional bedroom, you’ll first need to inspect the space for any vermiculite. Once widespread in the 1970s and beyond, vermiculite is considered one of the worst insulations in the home.

If you discover vermiculite in your walls or floors, contact a vermiculite removal company, such as Air Safe Inc., to inspect your home. Upon removing vermiculite, you can add better insulation for energy bill savings and improved health.

When remodeling your attic, consider adding a solar-powered attic fan, a skylight, or other solar-powered technology to save on energy. Additionally, add in furniture to help make the room feel modern. With transitioning the attic, you'll see an immediate percentage back on your resale; resellers with converted lofts tend to see a return percentage close to 93.5 percent back.

Adding a Deck or Porch

A deck or porch are two of the best return on investments for home sellers and can lead to even larger savings for homebuyers. So, if you're looking for a better way to give your landscaping a needed facelift or want to set up a lovely focal point for your home, a deck or porch can do the trick.

Homeowners can see a gracious return of about 90.3 percent on their return from a home sale. To help lift the home more, add a railing that's safe and gives your modern home flair.

Air Safe Inc. inspects your home and safely removes all vermiculite before making home improvements. Removing vermiculite or asbestos is one of the greatest home improvement projects that add value to your property and protects your health. Contact Air Safe Inc. for information on inspecting and removing vermiculite in your home.

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