Here’s a fun list of the home improvements that kept people busy this year!
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More than 75% of people surveyed said that they’d done at least one home improvement project since March. If you’ve been to Home Depot or Lowe’s recently, you’d probably say that number seems about right. So what were the typical updates that people made to their homes over the past six months?
1. Outdoor projects. Whether it was boosting the backyard aesthetic with a new fountain, putting in an outdoor dining area, adding fences, clearing debris, or redoing the deck, outdoor projects kept more people occupied than any other type of improvement. After all, who wasn’t craving some fresh air this year?
2. Repainting the interior. Why not? A lot of us had extra time on our hands, a good deal of which we spent staring at the same walls every day, wondering, “Is it time for a change?”
3. Switching internet plans. When you suddenly have to start working from home, you find out quickly whether or not the internet plan you’ve been paying for is actually any good. Out with the old routers, in with a new, higher speed connection!
Outdoor projects kept more people occupied than any other type of improvement.
4. Flooring updates. That could include removing old carpet or hardwood flooring and laying down some of those new composite floors.
5. Updating bathrooms. Adding new fixtures and cabinetry can go a long way.
6. Adding an office space. In many cases, homeowners created multiple workspaces. Don’t forget that the kids needed a designated spot for virtual learning, too!
7. Installing security cameras. Considering everything that transpired so far in 2020, it’s not surprising many folks wanted to beef up their home security.
If your quarantine has been less ambitious and you haven’t done any of these things, there’s no shame in that, either! However, if you’re thinking about selling soon, I’d implore you to look at that list again from a different angle: These are the things homebuyers want most! Consider making some of these simple improvements to maximize your sale. For those of you who have already done most, if not all, of these updates, then a home like yours is in extremely high demand.
For more information on selling in today’s market or home improvement tips, don’t hesitate to give me a call. I’d be happy to help you find out the current value of your home and get you started on the right path. I hope to hear from you soon!
5. Updating bathrooms. Adding new fixtures and cabinetry can go a long way.
6. Adding an office space. In many cases, homeowners created multiple workspaces. Don’t forget that the kids needed a designated spot for virtual learning, too!
7. Installing security cameras. Considering everything that transpired so far in 2020, it’s not surprising many folks wanted to beef up their home security.
If your quarantine has been less ambitious and you haven’t done any of these things, there’s no shame in that, either! However, if you’re thinking about selling soon, I’d implore you to look at that list again from a different angle: These are the things homebuyers want most! Consider making some of these simple improvements to maximize your sale. For those of you who have already done most, if not all, of these updates, then a home like yours is in extremely high demand.
For more information on selling in today’s market or home improvement tips, don’t hesitate to give me a call. I’d be happy to help you find out the current value of your home and get you started on the right path. I hope to hear from you soon!
