Improving your home has many benefits

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There are so many reasons to make your home environment the best it can be. If you’re thinking of selling up, for example, you may find that, this spring, you’re in a buyer’s market, meaning you have to put more effort into making your property stand out.

But there are myriad other benefits, too, apart from being able to maximise asking price. Some improvements, such as replacement windows, can boost energy efficiency. Others, like painting, make the outside of your home more appealing when viewed from the outside, enhancing what estate agents call 'kerb appeal'.

Improving your home space can also ensure your residence suits your needs and lifestyle and so increase your enjoyment of it. Or you may find you have greater privacy, for example through landscaping or fencing and better security.

It’s true that not all home improvements will add value to your property. But here are a few that will:

• Loft Conversions

If you’re keen to avoid the hassle and upheaval of moving, but need some extra space, expanding into an unused loft area could be the way to go. Create a unique, versatile and customised space, whether you use it as a gym, workspace, playroom or spare bedroom.

And if you’re lucky enough to live in a scenic area, loft conversions allow you to take advantage of the views with no sacrifice of garden space. What’s more, these improvements are also highly energy-efficient, and typically add between 10% and 20% to a property’s value.

Get a quote from a provider near you today, whether you need a loft conversion company in Oxford or anywhere else.

• Bifold Doors

Bifold doors are low-maintenance solutions made from a series of panels which slide open smoothly from the centre to fold against the entrance, concertina-style.

Look forward to numerous benefits including maximising the natural light which enters your home, energy efficiency and enhanced security plus a clever way of saving space. Equally, these smart-looking designs help bring the outside indoors, creating a seamless transition into your garden, which you can also enjoy from inside in all weathers. So you’ll feel closer to nature.

• Creating An Outdoor Living Space

If you create a functional, attractive outdoor living area such as a patio or garden, you’ll extend your living space and have somewhere you can relax and entertain family and friends.

If you are thinking of selling, a space like this will be highly appealing to prospective buyers. And one way you can make the most of your al fresco space is with top-quality teak garden furniture.

This wood is incredibly hardwearing, so it’s a sustainable option that ultimately provides excellent value for money. Even with very little maintenance, it can last for decades.

What’s more, thanks to its beautiful golden colour and unique grain patterns, this attractive hardwood enhances your garden’s aesthetic appeal no end. You won’t have to deal with problems like warping, rot or insect damage, while teak’s natural oils and water resistance mean it can withstand whatever the weather throws at it. So it’s a great, long-lasting solution that’s always a worthwhile investment.