Home Remodelling & Renovation

For example, a historic home in my neighborhood has been on the market for more than
two years. During the owner’s last open house, I went in to check it out, and immediately
saw why the house hasn’t sold. The quaint Arts and Crafts style home was built in 1900 and
has a lot of charm. Unfortunately, the homeowners had invested over $60,000 upgrading
the kitchen.
The enormous kitchen, easily the size of the living room, features appliances and
countertops that might look more at home in a fancy restaurant kitchen. The style, size, and
quality of the kitchen don’t fit in with the rest of the house, or the neighborhood. If you plan
on selling your home within the next five years, keep potential buyers in mind before you
start on any major remodel; many people won’t pay for a fancy, deluxe kitchen.
A Little Paint Goes a Long Way
When it comes to how much you spend on a kitchen remodel, prices can run the gamut,
from $5,000 to $75,000, or more. Get the biggest bang for your buck on a kitchen remodel
by looking at color. Fresh paint, in modern colors, can go a long way towards updating the
look of your kitchen. Plus, paint is relatively cheap.
You might want to consider using low-VOC paint; this makes your kitchen more eco-friendly,
and helps your family avoid breathing in dangerous chemicals, like benzene, that off-gas
from regular fresh paint.
Energy-Efficient Appliances
Replace old appliances with energy-efficient models. Energy Star-rated appliances are better
for the environment, and they also help you save money, because they use less energy.
Potential buyers often look for ways to save money when shopping for a new home.
If you’re looking upgrade your appliances to save energy, learn more about the the best
time of year to buy large appliances.
9) Making moderations in bathrooms- If your home only has one bathroom, you can recoup
a large chunk of your investment by adding another one. HGTV estimates that you can
recoup 80%-130% of whatever you spend adding a bathroom.
When it comes to finding room in your house for an extra bathroom, take a look at any extra
rooms or underutilized spaces. Consider other spaces, such as closets or areas under the
stairs, too. If you want a half-bath you need at least 18 square feet. If you want a full bath,
including a stand-up shower, you need at least 30 square feet. If you want a bathtub, make
sure you have at least 35 square feet to work with for a bathroom addition. See these
bathroom design and remodeling ideas to get you started.
Like any project, the cost of adding a bathroom depends largely on the types of additions
and accessories you want to use, and the cost of each of these items. You can save money
by frequently checking Lowe’s and Home Depot; they often drastically reduce prices on
sinks and toilets that have been floor models. You can also find great prices on tubs, doors,
toilets, and fixtures if you shop at a Habitat for Humanity Restore.