9 Inspiring Reasons to Renovate an Older Home
When homeowners think of doing renovations, they often think of negotiating with contractors, loud noise and having to shut down parts of the house for a few days. But there are several good reasons to renovate an older house.
1 – The Home Is Where The Heart Is
It is not just a house. It is a home. It is where the kids are raised and may even be where you were raised. If your home has a lot of sentimental value, then renovations could help to preserve it through the generations. It will be a suitable environment for your children, remaining in your family for generations to come.
2 – Go Green
With an increasing emphasis on the environment, homeowners are keenly aware that the earth has a limited number of resources. Many want to do their part in preserving those resources. Beyond that, they want eco-friendly solutions to save money on the energy bills. Fortunately, there is no shortage of eco-friendly renovations.
The bathroom is a major area where homeowners can conserve energy. With low-flow toilets, recycled toilet paper, cleaner air quality, ceramic tiling and more, going green is a real alternative.
3 – Increase Resale Value
If you are considering a move, then renovations will certainly help to increase resale value. A home that has new kitchen or bathroom renovations will be looked more favorably upon by the market.
4 – There Is A Return On Investment
In marketing, there is a concept known as ROI (Return On Investment). The amount of money that you spend should not exceed the value of the return. In the case of renovations, there is a great ROI. That ROI would be your quality of life (however much that is worth to you), not to mention the savings in utilities.
5 – Prepare For Retirement
If you want to stay in your home as you get older, you will have to ensure that it can accommodate old age. Some retirees will make it easier for them to get around the house by installing ramps instead of stairs. Similarly, many will put grab bars in the shower and next to the toilet. Many will add a phone jack next to their bed so they can easily call somebody in the event of an emergency.
6 – Take Advantage of The Technology
With all of the advancements in home renovations, it can be tempting to make your life a little more luxurious. The bathroom is one of the best places to look for these advancements, as there are more spa-like features available. Some install steam showers, heated floors, and automated toilets.
7 – Style
The reason that ladies spend so much time in the bathroom is that they want to look perfect before going out. One possible renovation to help with this would be to adjust the lighting in the bathroom. Another would be to install a new mirror. Renewal Design Build said, “Beyond the bathroom, homeowners can make their kitchen more upscale by adding new tiles or countertop material.”
8 – Accommodate For Marriage
Perhaps the reason that you want to do some renovations is that your new spouse is moving in. There are a few things that you should do to ensure that he or she is comfortable. First, install a second sink in the bathroom so that one is designated for each of you. Something else to consider is installing a second closet in the bedroom. Men might be fine with sharing a closet, but many ladies are not.
Further, if you are accommodating for marriage, you should also think about what that marriage might lead to, like children. Think about the size of your old house. Perhaps you will need to add another bathroom or another bedroom.
9 – Possibilities In The Basement
A lot of basements are just dark, damp storage facilities down below. But there is a lot of potential. It could be transformed into a study, an exercise room, or another bedroom. Think outside of the box.
When you start thinking about the possibilities, home renovations can be an exciting prospect. Be creative.
