Ways to Instantly Add Value to Your Home

Add some smart technology.

If you want to make your home more valuable, then it’s time to start thinking smart. Investing in some smart home technology can increase your home’s value quickly, without the expense of a huge renovation.

Have your trees trimmed.
One of the easiest ways to add value to your home doesn’t even require a contractor. Per the 2018 Remodeling Impact Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the estimated cost of tree care service—including the application of tree fertilizer, trimming, pruning, tree removal,

Remove your carpeting.

“Modern home buyers are turned off by carpeting,” says Earl White, founder of House Heroes Realty and House Heroes, LLC. “Laying down a shiny new wood floor across easily pays for itself several times over.

Resurface your cabinets.

Even if you don’t have money in your budget to remodel your entire kitchen, you can still upgrade your space by resurfacing your cabinets.

Build a deck.

If you’re eager to turn your outdoor space into one that will significantly boost your home’s value, building a deck is a great place to start. According to Remodeling‘s 2019 2019 Cost

Change the upper or cabinetry colors in your kitchen.

While having uniform kitchen cabinetry might seem like one of your house’s selling points, you should opt for light upper cabinetry and dark lower cabinets if you want your abode to sell for a premium.

Add some attic insulation.

A drafty home—or one that doesn’t hold in the cool air being pumped by its air conditioning units—is a turn off for home buyers.

Replace your dated garage door.

News flash: That dingy garage door you’ve backed into a hundred times is ruining your home’s curb appeal. Luckily, replacing it isn’t a hugely pricey investment, and doing so can make your house much more attractive in the long run.

Add some steel entry doors.
“Steel entry doors boost curb appeal—they are sleek and clean and come in a variety of finishes and paneling,” says Palomino. “They increase the security of your home and stand up to wear and tear…and [are] not subject to warping or rotting.”
Upgrade your landscaping.
Finish your basement.

Transforming that unfinished space in your basement could be the key to selling your home for a premium price.”An unfinished basement can be a gold mine,”

Redo your kitchen counters.

Those old laminate or tile counters are bringing down your home’s appeal and its potential selling point. Luckily, installing granite or quartz counters is easy and it can quickly improve the look and value of your place.

Install recessed lighting.

Want to make every room in your home look brighter, more beautiful, and more expensive? The answer is simple: recessed lighting.

Replace your old windows.

Want to make your home quieter, lower your energy bills, and add value when it comes time to sell? Then swap out those old windows for a new set of vinyl ones.

Go for energy-efficient appliances.

Eager to make your kitchen a major selling point for your home? “An investment in new energy-efficient appliances will not only make [your kitchen] look better, but will save you money on your electric bills,