Expand your home’s living space and potential listing price with trendy features and updates.
When upgrading or improving your home, you’ll want to choose outdoor features that add value and appeal to your property. Before determining the best way to add value to your property, look at your neighborhood and your home’s current outdoor aesthetics. Many of us tend to focus mainly on the interior aspects of our homes, but the exterior is the first thing potential buyers see. Expand your home’s living space and potential listing price with open-air features and updates. As a top desirable feature among today’s homeowners, outdoor space functionality is on the rise. Here are some outdoor features to increase property value and enhance outdoor space.
Outdoor Patio
A simple addition of a patio is an easy and quick way to boost your property value. A patio designed with tile or pavers creates a space for dining, living, and entertaining year-round. You can bring the indoor living space to the outdoors, providing your family more room and adding square footage to your home. These can be extremely popular among homebuyers. Outdoor patios allow friends and family to spend time outside all year, making entertaining easier and more enjoyable.
Outdoor Kitchen and Grill
Another great addition to your outdoor space is an outdoor kitchen. Outdoor kitchens often include essential appliances like a grill, side burners, a sink, a refrigerator, and counter space for food prep. The possibilities are endless. Choosing the right appliances to best suit your needs will determine the size and style of outdoor kitchen that is right for you. You can also make a space for al fresco dining with a stylish and functional table and chairs.
Fireplaces and Fire Pits
Outdoor fire features are the perfect gathering places that provide warmth and comfort during those colder months. Both fireplaces and firepits are trendy outdoor features and an excellent choice for homes with smaller yards. Taking up minimal space while still providing a means for entertainment is important if you plan to sell your home.
Upgrade Your Landscape
Don’t underestimate the importance of garden landscapes. A medium sized-tree, flowering shrubs, and perennials may cost a lot initially, but will provide an 80-85% ROI! Be sure your plants and hardscape features make sense with your outdoor living space’s layout and architectural style. Use complementary colors and textures when choosing natural stone, pavers, and other decorative materials, and select plants that will look great in any season.
Questions? Lehnhoff’s Supply is Here to Help
If you still have more questions about how to best prepare your outdoor space to increase your property value, the trained professionals at Lehnhoff’s Supply are here to help you.
Find us at 2708 Belair Road, Fallston, MD 21047 and give us a call at 410-510-7646. For tips, tricks, and to see what we have been up to, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest!
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