Published by Programme B
The season of home repairs is upon us. After a blistering winter and rainy spring, summer is the time to fix up the house and ensure it is in good working order for the year ahead. It’s the most enjoyable time of year to spend time outdoors, so why not spend some time improving your home.
Some repairs are more urgent than others, and those should always be done first, but after that, there are some particular improvements and areas to focus on that you can make that will help to increase the value of your house.
Whether you plan on selling in the near future or simply take pride in your home and want the value to reflect that, there are some repairs that are more helpful than others. Here are some of the best home repairs you can make this summer to help increase the value of your house.
Fix Up Your Roof
The roof keeps a house protected from the elements, so it must be in good working order. The bonus here is that a roof in good condition helps increase your home’s value. Ensure that there is no damage from the stormy weather in winter and spring. Make sure there are no damaged or missing shingles or damage to the flashing. Hire the Professional Roofers, so you know your roof will be in the best condition to continue to protect your home for the year ahead.
Paint
Painting is always one of the easiest, simplest and most affordable ways to improve your home and increase its value. Despite its ease, a coat of paint really goes a long way. Even if you’re sticking with the same colour, it freshens up the appearance of your home.
If you’re feeling bored with the appearance of your home, it’s a simple way to update the look with a new colour. It’s also a great job to take on during summer so you can keep the windows open without freezing.
Spruce Up Your Front Doors
The front door is the welcome visitors to your home receive before entering your home, so how it looks creates a big impression. This is why it’s so important to be sure it’s in tip-top shape.
You can sand it down to remove chipped and peeling paint and restain or repaint the whole thing, or if it’s in bad shape, consider replacing it. It’s a perfect job for summer and will have an immediate impact on the value of your house and its curb appeal.
Kitchen Renos
Kitchen renovations can be majorly disruptive, which is why it makes sense to do them in the summer when eating cold meals like salads and sandwiches or cooking outdoors on the barbecue are so appealing. The major plus here is that improvements and renovations to the kitchen are always desirable and therefore add value to the home. You really can’t go wrong with kitchen improvements.
Focus on repairing and improving these areas of your home. This will help you be able to enjoy these areas more and will help increase the value of your house, no matter if or when you choose to sell.