10 Home Improvements That Really Pay Off

10 HOME IMPROVEMENTS THAT REALLY PAY OFF Improve Curb Appeal Garden Maintenance Extras Start by making sure that your garden is neat and tidy. So get rid of all those ghastly weeds and give the path a good clean. Add some colour with plants and flowers. Your home exterior needs to look great in order to give a good first impression. The roof, guttering, doors and windows need to be in tip top condition. Extras such as lighting, a patio and home security can add value to your home. It'll be useful for you and your family now, and appealing when you come to sell the property. Get Extra Space Convert rooms in the house that you don't make use of, such as the cellar or attic. As your children grow, this might become a necessity. Converting your cellar or attic into a bedroom will create more space for your family to live in and immediately add value to your home. Alternatively you could use these extra rooms as a gym, office space or games room. Make Your Home Energy-Efficient The three main areas to concentrate on when making your home more efficient are electricity, heating and water. Gęt every energy-efficient upgrade available to you from installing insulation to getting a gas fire. This will save you money. Plus lower utility bills appeal to potential buyers. Creative storage Kitchen Bathroom In-built storage options such as converting the space under the stairs is becoming increasingly popular. Your kitchen is the selling point of your home so make sure it looks good. Keep up to date with current trends in interior design. The bathroom is an important feature of the home. It should be functional and aesthetically pleasing. Update Your Home Interior Finishing touches Home additions Make sure the interior looks great with finishing touches such as skirting, flooring and decorative moulding. Though expensive, home additions are worth it. Try adding a second storey to your home or a conservatory. GOtterArt www.gutterartcheshire.co.uk ALUMINIUM SEAMLESS GUTTERING Sources : http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/home-improvement/budget-home-improvement-ideas/ http://realestate.aol.com/blog/2010/09/07/top-10-home-improvements-that-pay-you-back/