If you have decided to build your own home, you may be pretty excited. However, it is important to remember that this is a big project which will require you to use a lot of different skills. You will also need to learn when it is time to call in a professional construction contractor. You will find lots of cool info on this blog which covers the types of jobs you can complete on your own, as well as providing you with some top tips which will allow you to effectively work with building professionals. I'm not a pro myself, but I have spent a very long time researching these topics!
Getting Ready to Sell: Minor Renovations That Add Value to Your Home
It doesn't make much sense to sink a whole lot of money into a house renovation project before you put your property on the market. You might have some caution about spending the money—causing worries that you won't make it back so easily. The Reserve Bank of Australia is quite fond of hiking interest rates, making purchasers similarly cautious, and even limiting their borrowing power. But there are some relatively uncomplicated renovation projects that can help to raise your asking price.
Fences and Gardens
Starting with the basics, you should start with the first look anyone gets at your home—from the street. Any front wooden (or picket) fences can be patched and painted (water blasting should be enough for brick fences). Your front gardens can be weeded and given a quick facelift with gravel. Take a piece of your existing gravel to your local hardware shop and colour match it. Buy sufficient bags, and then all you need is a wheelbarrow and a strong pair of arms to scatter them (mind your plants). It's like your garden has been given a facelift, and the same principle applies with bark coverage.
To Your Front Door
Paths should be water blasted, and the cracks between garden pavers or brick paths should be cleared of weeds. Painting the door and window trim will significantly freshen up a prospective buyer's first opinions. If your budget can stretch, consider having the front of your home rendered. This is transformative but can be pricey if your home is large, and that money may be better spent inside. In any event, you're trying to create the best possible first impression, from when someone pulls up in their car through to when they're going through your front door.
Cosmetic Changes
Inside your home, a fresh coat of paint gives the house a neutral, clean look. Declutter your living spaces as much as possible—a simple trick to make the space look larger. Steam clean your carpets, or give wooden floors a polish. When it comes to renovation projects, you should focus on the rooms that experience the most scrutiny—the kitchen and bathrooms.
Renovations
Book a tradie as far in advance as you can for kitchen and bathroom work, because availability may be limited, and materials too—meaning planning ahead becomes crucial. Consider replacing tired cabinets and installing new lighting. Cracked tiles and splashbacks will need to go, although old tiles that are intact can be rejuvenated with paint. Consider placing a new countertop onto the existing one (in both your kitchen and bathroom), and this can be made of engineered stone or metal (and is cheaper than a brand-new full-width countertop).
A bit of DIY coupled with some well-planned renovation work raise the value of your home. The only danger is that you might change your mind about moving. For more information, contact a company like Monument Projects.