IMPROVING
Raise The Value
Of Your Property
With DIY
T
here are a lot of small things you can do
to your property to add value to it. And
whether you decide to do it yourself or hire
an expert, you don’t want to spend loads of money.
Here are the best and least expensive ways to boost
the value of your property without having to break
the bank.
Floor appeal
If you have dated, old or dirty carpets, it is time to
pull them up. A lot of houses have the most beautiful
wooden floors underneath them, hidden by carpets.
So why not sneak a peak at what lies under your
carpets? If you don’t find what you are expecting, and
you have to buy the wood yourself, it’s a really good
idea to speak to a professional about the best type
of wood within your budget. There are many manmade variations to wood that look as good as the real
thing, so shop around.
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Same thing goes for vinyl f looring — you’re
going to have a hard time selling if it’s old, torn or
stained. Replace it with a clean, neutral vinyl or vinyl
composite tile.
Moving or removing internal walls to add space
Be very careful about knocking down walls inside
your home, or you could cause the ceiling or roof to
collapse. There is a large trend towards open plan
homes and open space. Making your home more
open plan will add value and is a cheaper option
than extending your property. But this type of
improvement will need to be done by professionals to
ensure your ceiling doesn’t end up on the floor.
Updating the windows and fixtures
New double-glazed PVCu windows can add
considerable value to a property and in the lower end
of the market are considered essential by most buyers,
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