{"id":6363,"date":"2016-02-25T11:32:06","date_gmt":"2016-02-25T11:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=6363"},"modified":"2021-12-10T13:43:45","modified_gmt":"2021-12-10T13:43:45","slug":"fool-proof-ways-to-improve-the-value-of-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/fool-proof-ways-to-improve-the-value-of-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Fool Proof Ways to Improve The Value of Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p>There are a number of ways that everyone cites when you wonder out loud about adding <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"Value (economics)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/value-economics\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/value_economics;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.0bhr4z;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Value_(economics)\" >value<\/a> to your <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"homes\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/home\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/home;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.01l0mw;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Home\" >home<\/a>, including getting a new <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/kitchen\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/kitchen;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.0d4wf;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Kitchen\" >kitchen<\/a> or <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/bathroom\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/bathroom;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.01j2bj;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Bathroom\" >bathroom<\/a>, which in actual fact add less value than they cost, whilst more extravagant suggestions like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aquawarehouse.co.uk\/hot-tubs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hot tub<\/a> or a swimming pool actually reduce the appeal of many <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"Property\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/property\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/property;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.05wrt;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Property\" >properties<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re wondering how you can definitely add more value, then read on to find out more.<\/p>\n<h2>Double Glazing<\/h2>\n<p>Most properties will have double glazing, but if yours doesn\u2019t, then it is a great way to add value to your property. It will make any home warmer, and more energy efficient, which will both add worth and make your home more valuable.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re the owner of a period home, then you will want to have double glazing that fits in with the property\u2019s aesthetic. So, you may be looking at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightonproducts.com\/\">sash windows or wooden frames <\/a>in order to keep the property looking authentic.<\/p>\n<p>This could add up to 10% onto the value.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink.jpg\" alt=\"sink\" width=\"643\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink.jpg 1380w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-260x172.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-600x397.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-100x66.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-200x132.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-450x297.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/sink-900x595.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 643px) 100vw, 643px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>The Forth Utility<\/h2>\n<p>Broadband is an important part of many people\u2019s lives, so if you\u2019re in an area where the broadband isn\u2019t very quick, then you\u2019ll need to find a way to speed it up.<\/p>\n<p>Superfast broadband can be delivered by cable or fibre optics and can be used by several if not all of the family at once. If laying cables is out of the question, then consider satellite broadband, with a dish fitted to the <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"houses\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/house\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/house;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.03jm5;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/House\" >house<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This could add between 5-10% onto the value of the property.<\/p>\n<h2>An En-Suite<\/h2>\n<p>If you have a house with a number of <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"Bedroom\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/bedroom\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/bedroom;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.02_58j;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Bedroom\" >bedrooms<\/a>, then you need to make sure that you have enough bathrooms to complement them. An en-suite to the master bedroom with new taps, a heated towel rail and a power shower can add up to 10% on to the value of your property.<\/p>\n<h2>Buy a Wood Burner<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner.jpg\" alt=\"wood burner\" width=\"647\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner.jpg 1379w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-260x173.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/wood-burner-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 647px) 100vw, 647px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A wood-burning fire is a cosy way to heat your home. Not only does it look good, but it also helps reduce the gas and electricity bills too. Many households are opting for wood-burning fires, as they are both functional and aesthetically pleasing, and can make any home look modern and up to date.<\/p>\n<p>Go for a fire that has a remote control, so you don\u2019t even have to get off the sofa to change the temperature of the <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/room\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/room;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.06ht1;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Room\" >room<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are a number of ways that everyone cites when you wonder out loud about adding value to your home, including getting a new kitchen or bathroom, which in actual fact add less value than they cost, whilst more extravagant<span class=\"ellipsis\">&hellip;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/fool-proof-ways-to-improve-the-value-of-your-home\/\">Read more &#8250;<\/a><\/div>\n<p><!-- end of .read-more --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":41,"featured_media":6366,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wl_entities_gutenberg":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","spay_email":""},"categories":[14,16],"tags":[84,373,28],"wl_entity_type":[602],"modified_by":"Editor","_wl_alt_label":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/add-value-feat-image.jpg","wl:entity_url":"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/post\/fool_proof_ways_to_improve_the_value_of_your_home","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6363"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/41"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6363"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6363\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25842,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6363\/revisions\/25842"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6366"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6363"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6363"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6363"},{"taxonomy":"wl_entity_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wl_entity_type?post=6363"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}