When selling your home or even thinking about selling down the road, you want your home to be in top condition. Sometimes a little staging or decluttering can do the trick, but other times a renovation can help. That doesn’t necessarily mean a complete transformation. Often, smart upgrades can go a long way.
Domicile Construction in Vancouver is a full-service home renovations company. They share some tips when it comes to renovating your home to sell:
Curb appeal
Start from the outside because that’s what buyers will see first on your online listing and when visiting the property. Does your home stand out from other houses, or is it looking worn out? A fresh coat of paint can make the siding brand new again. Even giving your trim a fresh coat of paint can do wonders. Replacing your old door with a feature door and colour will really help draw attention. If you have a front-facing garage, don’t forget to give that some attention as well. It dominates a lot of visual space, so spruce it up with a coat of paint or a new door to improve curb appeal, return on investment, and add resale value.
Green upgrades are attractive to buyers
An easy way to appeal to buyers and update your interior is to focus on money-saving energy-efficient upgrades. These include low-flow faucets and showerheads, energy-efficient lighting, and new windows. Don’t feel you have to add everything to your home but take an objective look. Old drafty windows, dated appliances, an old furnace or a hot water heater, can all be a turn-off for buyers. Instead of changing everything, making those targeted changes is more cost-effective and will still help attract buyers. More people are interested in homes with green upgrades, especially when it means long-term savings on their utility bills.
Upgrade the key rooms
If you have the budget, consider remodelling rooms that can significantly impact resale value. These are typically the kitchen and bathrooms. Kitchens should be functional and attractive. You can achieve this by upgrading your cabinets with cabinet painting or refacing, new countertops, backsplash and upgraded faucets. For the bathroom, consider upgrading the faucets and fixtures to water-efficient models. You can also brighten things up with new tile, paint, countertops, and vanity. For other rooms in your home, even a simple coat of paint will go a long way to make it look and feel new.
General Contractors in Vancouver
Domicile Construction brings over 30 years of experience in the building and home renovation industry. That means that they can help from the initial design and ideas stages to construction and final touches. Whether it’s a home improvement, renovation, extension, exterior work or more, they’ll ensure you are completely satisfied with your new home renovation.
Contact Domicile Construction today!
