Twelve Tips and Tricks for Increasing your Home’s Value

With interest rates through the roof selling a home has become increasingly difficult. Whether you’re planning to sell soon or simply looking to upgrade your home while increasing the value, this is your guide to mastering the market.

We are going to explore 12 proven tips and tricks for increasing your home’s value and standing out in a competitive market.

12. Exercise Caution when Following Trends

Don’t be afraid to lean on social media for some remodeling inspiration. However, be wary of following the current trends. However, much you may like the look keep in mind that what is trending today will be considered outdated within 5-10 years. A more “classic” approach in design often retains value longer than something that may be “trendier” at the time.

11. Use Professional Photographers

High quality pictures often play as big a role in selling a home as the actual features being displayed. Don’t be afraid to hire a professional to ensure you display the very best your home has to offer.

10. Small Fixes = Big Returns

Ensuring doors shut and lock properly, fixing that toilet that never stops running, or even updating the hardware on your cabinets/vanities can go a long way in how your home is viewed.

9. Always Paint

Paint never goes out of style, a fresh coat of generic color, such as white, can make a big difference in how potential buyers view your home. Paint is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to improve the appearance of your home both inside and out.

8. Update your Kitchen

The first place most potential home buyers look at is the kitchen. Not surprisingly that means remodeling your kitchen can be one of the best ways to add instant equity to your home. From the latest and greatest in stainless steel appliances to new cabinets a kitchen remodel can be quite the undertaking. Fortunately Maintenance and More has professional, reliable, and honest kitchen remodeling experts so you won’t have to go it alone. Check out one of our recent kitchen remodels above and click on either of the pictures above to see more pictures of our work. Contact Maintenance and More today to find out how we can help ensure your house will wow potential buyers.

7. Leave the Popcorn at the Theater

It is unanimous, no one wants popcorn on their ceiling. Thankfully this is one of the easiest ways to increase your home value. Removing popcorn is a messy job, but thankfully it isn’t hard and doesn’t require any specialty tools.

6. Add Energy-Efficient Appliances and Fixtures

Homebuyers in 2024 prize the responsible use of energy. Having an energy efficient home, by investing in things such as energy efficient water heaters, dishwasher, or even something as simple as upgrading to LED light bulbs can go a long way when looking to sell your home. Even if you’re not looking to sell right now staying energy conscious saves you money every month when it is time to pay the utility bills.

5. Stay up to Date with Home Maintenance

Crossing off all the chores on your to do list often seems impossible as a homeowner. Have you cleaned your dryer vent recently for example? Or when was the last time your roof and gutters were cleaned? While they may seem unimportant the little things add up. Thankfully at Maintenance and More we can help with all of this and more. Give us a call today for all your home improvement needs (360) 583-6879.

4. Replace Carpet

Used and dirty carpet is one of the leading turn-offs for potential buyers. Replacing carpets with something like LVP flooring can dramatically boost home values. Even replacing your old carpet with new carpet will boost your homes value and is often very affordable.

3. Time for a Bathroom Remodel?

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Having upgraded and new vanities, toilets, flooring, and tubs/showers go a long way towards selling a home. Even just a fresh coat of paint combined with some new fixtures and a deep clean can add tremendous value to your home. Don’t wait call us today and take the next step towards the new bathroom you always dreamed of.

2. Curb Appeal

Homeowners often overlook the exterior and landscaping of their homes when searching for places to upgrade, doing so is a big mistake! Keeping a well-maintained green lawn that is free of weeds is the first step in increasing home value through curb appeal. An exterior paint job is a great way to boost curb appeal!

1.      Don’t be Afraid Get Professional Help

Realtors and home appraisers are often experts in the subject of home value. Consulting with an expert is often a relatively affordable way to ensure you are maximizing your homes value when the time comes to sell.