Are you looking to sell your home in the next few months or years?
Looking on estate agent websites can make you feel that every home for sale resembles a 5-star hotel and that to sell your home, you will need to get everything upgraded and refitted to even have a chance at selling your home.
Luckily, this is not the case, and while most homebuyers will be looking at a home that is in their price range, there are some things that you can do to make your property more appealing to a wider audience.
Some of the options are expensive, others are less so, and here, you will be guided through how you can make your property appealing to a larger group of buyers.
Install Solar Panels
This is certainly on the higher end when it comes to cost and upping your home value.
However, installing solar panels at your home can help you increase your home value by 1/3rd and can also make your home simply look more appealing. Green energy is a huge part of what makes properties appealing right now, and, with solar panels, buyers will be happy to know that should they buy your home, they will be paying less for their energy.
Of course, to keep your home insurance up and to make sure that the job is completed as it should be, you should look into how to choose a solar panel installer, or you may end up with a botch job that will cost more to repair. Not great!
Clean Up The Garden
Solar panels are external, and, as such, they are part of curbside appeal that can set your home apart from others in your area, which may also be up for sale.
Another thing to look into is your front and your back garden. A well-maintained garden can help to make your home look more attractive to potential buyers, and can also send the message that when they move in, they will not have to do a lot of work to maintain the space.
If you aren’t sure where to begin, start by mowing the lawn (front and back) and then remove weeds. Some homeowners opt to plant easy-to-care-for shrubs and plants, as well as putting in features that can pull the eye into the space. This could be a water feature, or it could be a statue.
Get New Windows and Doors Fitted
The last thing you want is for potential buyers to be looking around your home, only to be put off by the old windows in your living room that are letting a draft in!
It is worth upgrading your home’s windows to double or triple glazing if you need to. Much like the solar panels, this will help the new potential owners see the value in your home, as they won’t be spending as much on heating! Of course, there is also the security. Double or triple-glazed windows and doors come with harder-to-open features, which will increase the security factor and help increase your home’s value.
Fencing
How does your garden fencing look when you return to the outside of your property?
In many cases, fencing can make or break a sale, and, as such, homes that do not have secure garden fencing often sell for much less. Look at the current fencing you have around your garden and assess if it may need to be updated or replaced.
Things to look for include loose panels, rot, holes underneath the fence, and, of course, missing panels! Many buyers prefer wooden garden fences, as they allow more flexibility with potential painting and are also lower maintenance, so, if you need to replace the fencing, try to get a wooden one fitted.
Paint!
The interior of your home is what will usually sell it and, to potential buyers, there are fewer things less appealing than chipped paint or dirty walls.
When you are planning to sell your home, try to opt for a neutral palette, such as whites, creams, and beige, but, if you want to, you can invest in some bold paint to create a statement wall in your living area. Of course, you should also try to paint your walls with the highest quality.
Is it worth painting any exterior wooden windows and door frames? Yes! In 2025, darker frames on the outside of a home seem more appealing, especially when paired with an eye-catching exterior door.
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