With the market being more competitive than ever, help your property stand out from the crowd. Making simple changes and working with architects near me to enhance your home can add thousands to its value and speed up the selling process.

Less is more

When it comes to viewing a property, it can be hard to envisage the space with your own style and furniture. Excess clutter can put a potential buyer off, making a room appear smaller and untidy, so taking care to tidy up before viewings and removing any excess furniture where possible can really enhance the space. Similarly, any bold decorations and bright colours may not be to everybody’s taste so giving your walls a fresh coat of paint can go a long way. Pale, neutral shades create a blank canvas and make a room appear more bright and airy, creating a more attractive aesthetic and requiring less work for the new homeowner.

Getting round to those odd jobs

Although the occasional maintenance job is a given, multiple signs of wear and tear around a house can be a deterrent during a house viewing. Whether it is holes in the wall, cracked window frames, an overgrown garden or an odour in the home, resolving these issues before it comes to selling will create less obstacles for potential buyers. Although these small changes are unlikely to add value to the asking price, they will make the prospect much more attractive as the property will require less work.

Considering an extension

For growing families or those looking to upsize their home, extra space is a huge selling point. Where possible, considering an extension or conversion to extend the living space in your property can add significant value and generate further interest. Whether you opt for a single storey extension to extend the downstairs living space or undergo a loft conversion to turn the unused space into an additional bedroom or home office, working with local architects to discuss the most worthwhile approach can go a long way.

Refresh the kitchen

It has been shown that the kitchen is the room in the house with the most value. The thought of ripping out the kitchen and starting again is daunting for prospects, leading to a lot of time and work which may be a reason for not choosing a particular property. Upgrading your kitchen cupboards or replacing the counter tops can modernise the room and add a touch more luxury to your home, going a long way when it comes to putting your house on the market. Taking some time to declutter your work surfaces to create a more simplistic aesthetic can be particularly effective, displaying a blank canvas for viewers to take in.

Although many people’s budgets may not be able to stretch to some of the more costly enhancements, making small changes can go a long way. Many buyers are not looking for a project so a tidy space with neutral decoration can make the difference between a signed contract and a long time on the market!