Note: This blog post is a sponsored conversation written by Lynn Smythe, the Founder and Chief Blogger for The Creative Cottage lifestyle blog. The opinions, thoughts, ideas and text are all mine.
There comes a point when you can’t put off a home renovation any longer. Despite the expense, and despite the stress involved, there are times in your life when you have to bite the bullet and renovate your home.Â
Take a look at the reasons why you might below, and then use our suggestions for getting started. Once completed, you might be glad that you rolled your sleeves up, or, at the very least, called in the professionals to help you.
Reason #1: Your Home Needs Repairs
Some minor repair jobs can wait. A loose floorboard or a creaking door, for example, are not of high priority. On the other hand, if your roof is leaking, if your windows and doors are showing signs of age, and there are cracks in your home’s foundation, then it’s time to make the necessary renovations to put things right.
You would only regret it if you put these repairs off to later, especially when inclement weather threatens to make matters worse. So, hire a roofer if you feel the drops of rain indoors, get in touch with companies such as Reece Builders to replace your doors and windows if the cold is coming through, and consult a structural engineer if you spot signs of trouble below. And contact any other relevant professional for any further pressing repair jobs around your property.
Reason #2: Thinking About Moving
If you want to move out of your home, then fine. However, if the only reason for moving is because you have fallen out of love with your home, then a renovation might reduce the need for a total house move. So, you might opt for a home addition, for example, to add more square footage. If you could convert upwards or outwards, you might be able to increase the space you have in your home, and that could lead to greater functionality.
You could create a home gym, a game room, a spa area, or a social room for friends and family. You might want to give certain rooms a makeover too, perhaps transforming your kitchen or bathroom with modern decor and the latest appliances. Making over your home in any way is cheaper than buying a new house, and despite the stress of a home renovation, it is probably less stressful than the challenges of moving to a brand new house.
Reason #3: Ready to Sell Your Home
Perhaps moving is on the cards after all. However, to get as much money as you can from the sale, you do need to focus on boosting your property’s resale value. This begins by making the necessary repairs, even the small ones. You can add value by adding new rooms too, so if you could convert the loft or basement, you would automatically be entitled to raise your asking price.
Check out these other home improvements, and while you don’t need to commit to everything – it would cost you a fortune – you should still weigh up the financial benefits of any renovation project that would profit you eventually. Even a simple coat of paint, or a few flowers and other landscaping upgrades can add a lot of curb appeal and potentially increase the value of your home
Final Home Renovate Tip
So, is this the perfect time to think about doing a home renovation? It might be, especially if what we have suggested is relevant to you or if there is any other pressing reason for doing so. Renovations can be stressful, we know, but keep in mind the reasons for committing to your home improvements, and you should then be able to battle on through and renovate your home.
We wish you every success with the home improvement projects you take on.
