Ways to Boost Your Home’s Value

As you might know, all over Colorado, home values are increasing, but that doesn’t mean that, if you plan to sell, you need to settle for your home’s current value. And if you intend to stay in this house for a while, you might want to make some upgrades for your own satisfaction while still looking toward getting a bit more for it down the road. At Bretz Interiors, we have a few ideas about ways you might be able to add some upgrades and get good return on your investment. Read on to learn more!

Upgrade Considerations

Even if you’re thinking of selling soon, keep in mind that any change you make will cost money—some changes more than others. Be sure to speak to a professional financial advisor to determine ways to pay for your renovation and whether it makes sense for your pocketbook or if you should hold off. Each of the options below come at different price points, so be sure to research carefully to understand what makes sense for you to invest in.

• Kitchen Renovation. As you might know from when any home tour, buyers frequently focus on the kitchen and whether they can picture themselves using that space to the best of their ability. If you have a dated kitchen, buyers are less likely to feel good about your home. Making some updates to appliances and countertops, refacing cabinets, changing out the flooring, and repainting the walls can give your kitchen a more modern, upscale, inviting feel.
• Exterior “Facelift.” From the sidewalk, your house creates a certain impression, both to potential buyers and to your neighbors. If you update external siding (to something like vinyl or fiber-cement), add manufactured stone (especially in an entryway), or hang a new garage door your home will be that much more appealing.
• Window Treatments. Updated window treatments can be a great improvement for a number of reasons.
  • Shutters or wood/faux wood blinds can often increase a home’s overall value. We offer numerous Hunter Douglas options, including Heritance® Hardwood Shutters, NewStyle® Hybrid Shutters, and Parkland® Wood Blinds.
  • Although they might not actually increase the value of your home, energy-efficient treatments can help reduce energy costs, which might, in turn, help you recoup the cost of those shades after time if you stay in the home yourself. Check out options such as like Duette® Honeycomb Shades or Sonnette® Cellular Roller Shades.
  • Finally, new window treatments can help make a space more elegant, inviting, decadent, and luxurious, which might increase the overall perceived value of your home. Speak with one of our consultants to determine if this option is right for you!

Home Upgrades in Lakewood

Bretz Interiors is a family-owned business located in Lakewood and serving the greater Denver area. In operation since 1959, we focus on delivering high quality products and exceptional service to every client. Our showroom has a wide variety of displays and our sales team is happy to assist you with any questions you may have!