Home Improvements That Increase Your Home’s Resell Price

One of the best things you can do as a homeowner is to use some of your home equity dollars to finance home improvements. Not only will the additions make your home more attractive and pleasant to live in, but certain projects will bring a significant return on investment when the time comes to sell your home. The following 5 projects have been proven to add extra dollars to the average home resell prices. The statistics are courtesy of “Remodeling Magazine.” ROI stands for “return on investment”

1. Minor Kitchen Remodeling: Average cost = $8,655. Average ROI = 88%.

A minor kitchen remodel usually includes replacing the cabinets and countertops with higher quality materials or increasing the total amount of cabinet storage and countertop surface area. It would also most likely include the addition or upgrade of appliances such as garbage disposals, built in microwaves, dishwashers, and higher quality refrigerators.

2. Bathroom Remodel: Average cost = $9,135. Average ROI = 81%

This project would include things such as installing attractive countertops such as stone, granite, or marble. The fixtures would need to be upgraded and the shower and bathtubs should be resurfaced. Also, any tiling would need to be grouted. Other things that could increase the value of a bathroom remodel would be adding an extra sink basin, converting a bathtub to a Jacuzzi, or installing additional showerheads.

3. Major Kitchen Remodel: Average cost = 31,090. Average ROI = 71%

The major kitchen remodel is very costly and will take much more work than the minor remodel. The major version will require all appliances to be replaced. Whenever possible, appliances should be made in stainless steel. The countertops should be made of stone or granite. The floors might be replaced with high quality laminate flooring. The addition of a kitchen island or a centrally located stove could work. For a major kitchen remodel, you should consult a contractor and possible an interior designer. This is definitely not a do it yourself project.

4. Outside Deck: Average cost = $8,022. Average ROI = 55%

The deck is self-explanatory. The larger the deck, the higher the return on investment will be. The deck should obviously be coated with a nice looking finish that matches the outside of your home, and needs to be treated with a high quality water seal.

5. Hardwood Flooring: Average cost = Varies. Average ROI = Varies

The cost and return on hardwood flooring varies greatly based upon the total amount of rooms and surface area is remodeled. Also, the choice in the variety of hardwood will impact the value. Certain woods like Oak and Cherry are more valuable than others. Also, it is very important to properly maintain your hardwood floors. Flooring that is scraped, scratched, dull, or water stained can actually decrease the value of your home. If you have active children, you might want to stick to carpeting.

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Perkhidmatan Kami

Masalah Sumbat
Masalah yang berkenaan dengan tersumbat seperti sinky dapur tersumbat, tandas atau toilet tersumbat, main hole atau lubang utama tersumbat, bilik air tersumbat dan juga septic tank tersumbat.

Masalah Bocor
Masalah yang berkenaan dengan bocor seperti paip bocor dalam tanah, paip bocor dalam dinding, tank air bocor, sinky dapur bocor , meter air bocor, dan lain-lain masalah bocor yang disebabkan oleh paip bocor atau pecah.

Water Tank
Water tank atau tanki air. Tukar baru, bailpulih atau tukar pelampung, membuat pemasangtan baypass dari meter, memasang unreturn atau no return valve, memasang pump untuk menaikkan tekanan air

Sinky
Sinky daput tersumbat, sinky dapur bocor, pasang baru sinky dapur, baikpulih kepala sinky dapur, membuat baypass outlet sinky ke tempat lain, floor trap sinky dapur sumbat, memasang bottle trap atau penapis lemak dan sisa makanan dan juga masakkan

Toilet
Membaikpulih atau memasang toilet atau tandas baru, toilet tersumbat, flushing system tak berfungsi, tanki tandas bocor atau pecah, tukar tandas cangkung ke tandas duduk, menukar tandas pecah dengan tandas baru.

Main Hole
Membaikpulih main hole atau lubang utama tersumbat, membaikpulih paip main hole yang pecah atau bengkok ataupun patah, membuat main hole baru atau membaiki main hole sedia ada, membaiki penutup main hole

Floor Trap
Membaiki floor trap bilik air , sinky dapur, beranda dan lain-lainn yang tersumbat atau yang tertanggal atau yang pecah dengan floor trap baru, membuat floor trap baru, mengganti floor trap lama dengan floor trap baru.

Water Pump
Memasang water pump baru dekat dengan tanki air atau dekat dengan meter air, menukar water pump lama dengan water pump baru, membaiki beberapa masalah water pump seperti tak boleh berhenti secara auto dan lain-lain.

Paiping Baru
Menukar paiping lama dari meter ke tanki , ke dapur dan juga kebilik air, membuat atau memasang paiping baru, baik menggunakan paip PVC ataupun menggunakkan paip poly pipe, atau pun tembaga atau copper

Pindah Meter
Memindahkan meter air dari tempat asal ke tempat baru yang anda inginkan sepertimana sekiranya anda akan melebarkan pintu laman rumah maka meter yang sedia ada yang berada di tengah di pindahkan ketepi.

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Shower Curtains

The shower curtain takes up a significant amount of space in a bathroom -- shouldn’t it say something about your personal style? Today, shower curtains are available in a dazzling array of styles, colors, and materials. Shower curtains can be whimsical, elegant, simple, bold, floral, masculine, and most any other style you desire.

You can buy traditional rod-style shower curtains, or for added pizzazz, you can buy decorative curtain hooks. These are available in glass, plastic, brass, silver, and copper. You’re virtually guaranteed to find one you like, from simple white rings to colorful butterfly-shaped shower curtain hooks.

Shower curtains are available in many different materials, including vinyl, fabric, terry cloth, and plastic. Most shower curtains will require a liner. This liner hangs from the rod and goes inside the bathtub or shower. This helps to keep water inside the tub. It also offers a degree of protection to the shower curtain, as it helps to keep it a little drier and extend its life.

Since shower curtains are often wet, precautions have to be taken to prevent the growth of mildew, bacteria, fungus, and other harmful germs. They need to be cleaned and dried periodically. They should also be sprayed with a disinfectant. It is also helpful to wipe the shower curtain dry after each use. In addition, some antibacterial shower curtains are available. A company called InPro Clickeze offers the Super Bio Stat, a shower curtain that is mildew resistant, antibacterial, and anti-microbial.

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Kids’ Shower Curtains

When decorating a kid’s bathroom, an important consideration is color. Many children enjoy bright, bold colors such as bright blues, reds, and yellows. Others prefer more subdued colors such as pastels. Some prefer a mix of many colors, while others prefer that one or two colors predominate.

When deciding on a theme and color scheme for a children’s bathroom, you might want to first shop for shower curtains. In many bathrooms, the shower curtain is the most prominent feature. If you find a shower curtain you particularly like, it is usually easy to decorate the entire bathroom to match.

Kid shower curtains are available in most of today’s popular characters, such as Hello Kitty, Barbie, Disney princesses, Sponge Bob Squarepants, and Bob the Builder. If you do not wish to use character decorations, many other kid-friendly themes are available as well. Ocean themes are popular choices for bathrooms. They can be fun and funky or simple and elegant, depending on colors used and the types of prints. Other well-liked styles are jungle prints, sports themes, rainbows, clouds, and nature scenes.

Another consideration is how long you need the décor to last. If you plan to change the bathroom often, it is okay to use your child’s favorite characters and bold, vibrant colors. However, if you want a style that will last, you should probably consider more traditional décor. Floral patterns, polka dots, checks, and stripes in pastels or understated colors are style elements that can grow with your child.

Like their adult counterparts, shower curtains for children are available in many different materials, such as vinyl, fabric, and plastic.

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