While it’s nice to fix up a home after you buy it, many changes and improvements that you make to your space simply won’t pay off when you go to sell in the end.
It’s important to consider whether you’ll get your investment back when it comes time to sell and also if you’ll get your investment back through energy savings or other savings over time, even if you don’t decide to sell your home.
There are many improvements that pay for themselves with time, and there are some that will cost you more than you make. Here are some home improvements that deliver good value.
Replacement Windows
A good set of replacement windows does a few things for your home. It makes it look more updated and stylish if you get the right ones. Good quality, energy-efficient windows that are up to date make it clear that you maintain your home. With the right windows, you can expect to ask for a slightly higher amount of money when you go to sell your home.
Even if you don’t sell though, you’ll enjoy improved energy efficiency levels if you upgrade from a very old set of windows. The improved efficiency levels will cut your utility bills each month and likely pay off over time.
Quality Window Shutters
Good quality window shutters give you excellent privacy and let you control the amount of sunlight that’s allowed into your home. Adding shutters on the interior can help keep carpet, flooring, and furniture in your home in better shape longer if you are blocking out the sunlight, but more importantly, it can make your home more attractive. Shutters generally have more appeal than blinds or shades.
Shutters on the exterior can also ramp up the curb appeal of your home. The right shutters will help your home stand out as well as give you the ability to ask for slightly more money when selling your home, and likely result in your home selling faster than it normally would. Extra decorative touches like shutters and window boxes tell people you care about how your home looks. Check out our Pinterest board for some shutter inspiration.
Adding More Insulation
While having quality insulation installed in your home won’t do much to convince people to go ahead and buy the space for more money, it will certainly save you in energy expenses over time. Insulating your home heavily will cut your energy costs and likely pay for itself over a decade or two of ownership. Having adequate insulation in your attic space not only will make your home more comfortable but can also prevent damaging ice dams from forming.
If you’re going to stay in your home indefinitely (or at least for many years), the investment is likely worth it. If not, you might be spending more than you’ll get back.
Consider how the upgrades that you make in your home will pay you back. If they aren’t going to help you raise the value of your home when you sell, and they won’t save you money on utilities, it’s important to consider whether they are worth the money or not. Of course, some upgrades are worth it because you’ll enjoy them, but think about whether your remodeling project will pay off or not before spending the money. It’s an important consideration to make.
Window Outfitters, a licensed home improvement contractor here in the Minneapolis area, can provide professional help when it is needed for upgrading the exterior of your home. We offer installation of replacement windows and exterior doors, siding, and more.
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