Top Ways a Builder Can Increase the Value of Your House

Kitchen Renovation

One of the best ways to add significant value to your home is to update or renovate your kitchen. A kitchen renovation can involve anything from replacing the cabinets, countertops, flooring and appliances. Investing in a new kitchen can add more than 10% to your property’s value. Kitchen design trends come in and out of style quickly, and updating your kitchen with timeless designs is important when trying to add value. A builder can help you plan and design a kitchen that will increase home value and look great for years to come. 

Create An Open Plan Living Space

Open-plan living has become increasingly popular in recent years, as it opens up a house, making it appear larger, brighter and more welcoming. Knock down internal walls between your kitchen and dining room, as well as your living room and dining room, to open up space. Many homeowners find this a great way to increase the resale value of their homes without investing too much money. If you are splashing out on an extension this will help increase the size of the house, but if you’re looking for a simpler and cheaper solution, consider using a builder to create an open-plan living area to improve the value of your property. 

Convert Your Garage

A garage conversion can be an effective way to make use of wasted space in your home. Typically, converting a garage to provide additional living space can add around 10-25% to your property’s value. Speak to an experienced builder for advice on the potential use of the extra space. Options range from converting the garage into a bedroom, home office, gym or playroom. Any additional bedrooms you create can also add further value to your property. 

Add a Bedroom or Extension

Adding a new bedroom or building an extension can be costly but doesn’t necessarily require a whole new build. By utilising the existing 60 square metres of loft space available in most UK homes, builders can create a new bedroom without disrupting the rest of the house. Loft conversions can add up to 20% to the overall value of a property, especially if they are designed for modern family living - such as ensuite bathrooms or walk-in closets. Adding an extension or converting a garage into an extra room are other ways to add value to your home.

Create a Parking Space

Creating a parking space for your home is becoming increasingly popular in cities, urban areas and towns across the UK. Driveways, garages and off-street parking all have the potential to increase the value of your home. A driveway made from asphalt, block paving or gravel can add up to 12% to the value of your property, while a garage can add an extra 10-15%. Speak to a builder about creating a safe, secure and attractive parking space for your home. 

By working with a builder to incorporate these top ways to increase the value of your house, you can enjoy a higher market value for your home. Investing time and money in practical renovations can certainly pay off in the long run.