If you’re hoping to sell your Minneapolis home this year, think about upgrading your kitchen. According to the Home Gain National Home Improvement Survey, kitchen upgrades can pay 66% back of your initial investment in home equity. The upgrades don’t need to be expensive, either.
- Lighting: Lighting in the kitchen does more than help you see what you’re doing. It can also show just how long it’s been since the last time the kitchen was updated. One way to replace the clunky old fluorescent light boxes is to install recessed lighting. This style not only gives more illumination, but also makes the room look bigger. For some extra style, think about adding pendant lighting over sinks, peninsulas and islands, too.
- Appliances: Nothing looks better in a kitchen than matching appliances. Stainless steel stoves, dishwashers and fridges are all very popular today, but they’re available in many different colors and shapes, which match any décor. Modern models are also more energy efficient, which is another great selling point.
- Countertops: If you still have tile countertops, look into getting them replaced with something more low maintenance. Buyers don’t want the trouble of cleaning grout, so easy-to-clean options like laminate, recycled glass, quartz, granite, marble and poured concrete are all great ideas to look into.
- Fixtures: A simple upgrade to your sink can make a huge difference for a relatively small price. The convenient pull out spray faucets, for example, usually only cost around $100, and many models come with built in liquid soap dispensers. These details are what make homes stand out.
- Flooring: Finally, the flooring is a vital upgrade to remember. Since the kitchen is a high traffic area, if you still have linoleum, look at getting it replaced with higher quality vinyl, large tiles or even wood. In smaller homes, wood is a great choice because it can make the kitchen look bigger and match the rest of the home, depending on decoration.
Completing one or more of these five basic upgrades can help you sell your home sell more quickly and at a better price. And even if you’re not planning on selling your home any time soon, you’ll enjoy the updated space.
Iron River Construction offers kitchen remodeling packages.
