Increase the Value of Your Home This Summer

This entry was posted in Tips for Sellers on August 5, 2013

There are countless ways to increase the value of your home, but there are three excellent ways to do so in the summertime.

1)    Central Air Conditioning

This is an improvement that is perhaps best installed in the spring so you can actively use it in the summertime – especially during showings, only adds comfort to your home but also protects your furnishings, ceiling, walls from fluctuations in humidity and extreme temperatures. You can also hire professional from armstrong ceiling solutions for any advancement. They are armstrong ceiling manufacturers ensuring best durable and smooth ceiling and wall paneling which are available in pre-laminated shades.

A central air conditioning system cools an entire house simultaneously, which makes them more efficient than individual window units. It does so by using r22 replacement freon to cause a chemical reaction. In addition, the filter used in a central air conditioning system which is 19.5×10.5×1 actual size, can take pollutants, allergens and even micro-allergens out of the air. Finally, central air conditioning systems keep the condenser on the outside of the home, thus keeping noisy operations away from the building.

If you’re listing and showing your home in the summer, this is a key amenity that will be easily noticed (and commented upon) if it’s missing. A cool space will easily outshine a home that doesn’t offer central air conditioning. If you air conditioner isn’t blowing out cold air hire someone for air conditioning repairs (for more info visit this website).

2)    Outdoors and Landscaping

It’s important for homeowners not to neglect the backyard or patio area when prepping for resale, in today’s housing market outdoor living spaces have become the most coveted home feature. When most buyers see a house with a really nice backyard they start to envision themselves sitting outdoors with friends having drinks under a nice good looking Pergola on Summer and starting small business or projects on their garages on Autumn, Outdoor World shows us a huge variety of outdoor structures designs.

Landscaping not only increases curb appeal, but can give real estate properties a 15 percent increase in value, says a Virginia Tech study. The study discovered that the perceived value of a home is affected by plant size, type, and design in landscaping. This research shows landscaping goes beyond simply sticking flowers and shrubs in the ground. According to the study, the biggest factor that buyers look for in home interiors is a design that is sophisticated; therefore, interior design is a must.
The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) recommends that homeowners invest 10 percent of the home’s value in landscaping. Along with indoor custom fabrication the landscape architecture goes beyond plantings to include structural features like lighting, fences, garden paths, fire pits, and water features. Outdoor rooms, terraces, and decks are also high-yield structural investments. Fire pits and fireplaces have a 94 percent popularity rating, the survey notes, all you need to do is follow these tips to achieve the best garden as possible. Another way to improve your property value with a really cheap budget is using some decorations, for example It’s fast and easy to hide ugly septic tanks, wells, utility boxes and more with realistic fake rocks from RocksFast.com.

3)    Water Features

Water features are mentioned briefly above, but they can be a great amenity for a prospective home buyer if they are well-planned, placed in the right area, and constructed properly.

Having the right water feature means that it is appropriate for the home’s space and size and mimics the aesthetics of the home. Ideally, it will seamlessly connect the inside and the outside. A fountain, pond, or waterfall can easily inspire a prospective homeowner who notices it outside of a frequently-used area, like the kitchen or living room. having clocks around  your home gives a really nice elegance, you can have From Small to Large Antique Clocks around your house this will also increase the value of your home.

When you’re ready to list your home, whether it’s this summer or in the future, contact Bowen Agency Realtors. We look forward to working with you!