The latest survey from home services marketplace , Plentific . com , has revealed that a new kitchen is the most effective home improvement for influencing a potential buyer ’ s final decision as well as their offer .

When looking to buy a new property , 47 % of potential homeowners would be influenced by it having a recently fitted kitchen . 28 % would also be more likely to offer a higher price for this feature . Having a new bathroom also has a strong influence on home buyers . 46 % would consider this when deciding whether to buy and 27 % would potentially

be willing to offer more money .

The order of rankings then somewhat divides . Looking at home improvements affecting the final decision to buy , new windows ( 45 %) ranks third , followed by a new boiler ( 43 %), a new extension ( 34 %) and

new loft insulation ( 33 %). At the other end of the table , 31 % of home buyers claimed that a new conservatory would affect their decision to buy . New garden landscaping ( 29 %) follows this and new lighting ( 23 %) sits at the bottom of the table .

It ’ s interesting when this order is compared to how home improvements affect the buyer ’ s decision to offer a higher price . New extensions climb the rankings to take third with 26 %, whilst a new conservatory is also ranked highly with 23 % of home buyers feeling this warrants a higher price . Extensions to the property clearly have a stronger influence on the offer than the decision to buy for potential buyers .

Spokesperson for Plentific , Stephen Jury , said : “ Many property buyers keep an eye out for particular home renovations when searching for their next home . It goes without

Which of the following new home improvements would influence your decision to buy or your decision to offer a higher price ?

Home Improvement

Affects decision to buy

saying that costly renovations are high on the wish list for most buyers . These can add significant value to a property and incentivise buyers to offer a higher price . If a seller is looking

to get a better offer , our insight could provide useful guidance on which home improvements to invest in .”

Plentific . com

Affects decision to offer a higher price

Phoenix Doors , part of MASCO UK Window Group , has strengthened its customer services team with two key appointments .

The business said this reflected changes needed in the way the fast-growing composite door and PVCu door panel manufacturer looks after its customers .

Jason Donnelly has been appointed customer service office manager , while Will Reader has rejoined the company in a new proactive client-facing role as customer experience manager .

In his new position , Jason brings extensive Network Rail management experience to leading a small team responsible for both internal and external customer relationships .

A major part of Will ’ s new role will involve discussing issues and meeting with customers , many of whom he knows already from his previous sales office experience at Phoenix .

For more information , please call Phoenix Doors on 01487 740469 , email info @ phoenixdoorpanels . co . uk or visit www . phoenixdoorpanels . co . uk

The Glass and Glazing Federation ( GGF ) is delighted to support Materials 2017 , a new conference and exhibition focused entirely on the cutting-edge of material solutions for architecture , construction , and design .

The show is on the 25th and 26th of April 2017 at the ILEC Centre , London , and the GGF will be exhibiting at the show as well as moderating a specialist technical seminar .

James Lee , GGF director of marketing and communications , commented : “ We are pleased to be involved with this new trade show as it aims its focus on solutions that construction professionals need when considering using glass and glazing materials .”

Steve Rice , GGF director of technical affairs , added : “ It is important for the GGF to have presence and contribute to shows of this kind . Glass is one of the most used materials in the construction industry and we will offer our technical expertise and information throughout the show to visitors , exhibitors and to the construction media .”

A wide range of products - from ceramics , cement , stone , brick , and timber to glass , concrete ,

metal , and smart materials - will be featured , looking not only at their use in creating striking designs but also their potential functionalities .

Seminar speakers from some of the industry ’ s biggest players have been confirmed to include names from Aecom , Arup , Tata Steel , and Saint-Gobain . The event will have a session focused on glass with a leading consultant and manufacturer presenting , and Russell Day of the Glass and Glazing Federation as moderator .

15:00 on 25th April

• Russell Day - deputy director of technical affairs - Glass & Glazing Federation

• Tim Macfarlane - managing director - Glass Light and Special Structures

• Bruce Nicol - senior business development - Dow Corning

Materials 2017 is completely free to attend for delegates and competitive prices are available for sponsor and exhibitor packages . For more information visit www . materials2017 . co . uk