One of the most common questions many people have is how the resale value be increased if you have decided to sell your home. Whether you are considering selling your home within the next few months or in the next few years, there are several things you can do to increase the value, but one of the easiest things to do that will also give you a good return on investment is plumbing upgrades. Here are a few simple plumbing upgrades that will help to significantly increase your home’s worth.
Get Rid of the Old Water Heater
Getting rid of the old water heater and replacing it with a tankless water heater is an upgrade for any home. Buyers are looking for ways to save money on their new home, so going tankless will help improve the buyer interest for your home. Unlike a traditional water heater that continually has a large tank of hot water; a tankless water heater heats the water as you need it, saving energy and money. They also take up less room. It is important to have the water heater installed by a professional plumber to ensure you are getting the proper size for your home and the average number of people using hot water.
Upgrade Fixtures
Replace old and broken plumbing fixtures with modern, green fixtures will not only increase the aesthetic appeal, but it will also save potential buyers from future problems and it will save them money on energy and water usage. Some green fixtures to consider include faucets, shower heads and toilets. For instance, older toilets used an average of 5 gallons per flush, while updated toilets generally only use 1.5 gallons of water per flush. Replacing outdated fixtures shows potential buyers that your home has been well cared for and routinely maintained. When environmentally friendly fixtures are included in the listing description, it gets the attention of more interested traffic.
Inspect the Drains
Another great way to improve your home’s value is to the drains inspected and repaired or replaced if necessary. This type of detail helps potential buyers know that backed up drains aren’t something they will have to be concerned about. When the drains are in good condition, it leads to longer lasting pipes, which will ease potential buyers’ minds in regards future repair costs.
Install a Dishwasher
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house when it comes to selling your home and installing a dishwasher is a big selling point for potential buyers. Buyers want a clean, efficient and easy to maintain kitchen, so the first thing that will come to mind when there isn’t a dishwasher is the sink full of dishes that will add to the clutter and that will have to be washed by hand. Adding a dishwasher will help the kitchen look up-to-date and it will increase the resale value of your home.
Add a Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals aren’t necessary, but they are a great selling point for potential buyers looking for modern updates and environmentally friendly ways to reduce their carbon footprint. A garbage disposal decreases good smells in the garbage and reduces the amount of garbage being sent to landfills. If there is already a garbage disposal installed, but it gets clogged or making strange noises, contact your plumber to inspect it. All of the kitchen appliances must be in top condition before listing your home for sale.
The main selling points of most homes are the kitchens and the bathrooms and since the plumbing system is one of the primary components of these two rooms, there’s no better place to start the upgrades. The initial costs spent on plumbing upgrades will earn you a good return on the investment.
Contact Ford’s Plumbing to learn more information about plumbing upgrades to increase your home’s resale value.
