If you’re looking to sell your home, you’ll obviously want to sell it for as much money as possible. Regardless of what your budget is, there’s plenty of ways you can increase the property’s value and below we’ll look at some of the best and most effective.

Converting your loft

Buyers typically look to get the most value for their money. Did you know that adding a loft conversion could potentially add 9% or 10% onto the home’s value? It’s not a cheap renovation to make, but the returns you will get are well worth the initial investment.

One thing to keep in mind however, is to ensure you’re not reducing the living space by adding an extra bedroom to the loft. The goal should be to create extra space, maybe with a fireplace and chiminea, rather than to divide the space up.

Take care of structural damage

While you can get away with not fixing some cosmetic issues, it’s extremely important you pay attention to structural damage. This includes treating rising damp, replacing broken or missing roof tiles, filling in cracks in the walls and fixing any leaks the property may have.

Some types of structural damage aren’t overly expensive to fix, but they can add a significant amount onto the value of the home. Don’t forget about the outside of the property either. If your driveway is looking a little tired and dull, replacing the slabs will help to beautify the exterior and create a great first impression. Companies such as Travis Perkins offer competitively priced driveway materials, along with other essential landscaping equipment.

Give it a fresh coat of paint

It’s amazing how much of a difference a fresh coat of paint can make to the home. Ideally, you’ll want to paint both the interior and exterior of the property. It’s one of the cheapest ideas you can use to boost the value, and it’s also one of the most effective. Be sure to paint the walls in a neutral colour as buyers need to be able to see themselves in the property without getting distracted by your own personal colour preferences.

Overall, there’s lots of ways you can add value to your property and the above are just some of the most effective. Spending a little to upgrade the home could help to give the property a significant rise in value.