Home Renovations & Construction Services

Best home renovations Toronto follow two main trends. The first one is that they should enjoy the completed project as the homeowner and the second is that it should also attract a potential buyer. Take a look at these five renovation ideas that address both, and that have a great ROI to you when you sell.

First is add light. If you have ever put a home for sale, you realize that the first thing the realtor does before the potential buyer arrives is turn on all the lights. This tip is very well known to realtors and all of them are doing it. The secret is better light is inviting, since darker homes seem gloomy. And psychologically dark areas appear not very inviting.

With all the lights on, the difference can be striking. However, the caveat is turning on all the lights can rack up your electricity bill, so make sure it’s off after a viewing. The best home renovations tip is to make sure all of the rooms in your home are motion activated.

The main idea that can be implemented to make a house appear bigger, brighter, and be desirable on the market is to upgrade the lights in the kitchen and family room areas. This upgrade can be extensive and can require an electrician, however it is a good investment. Even replacing old ceiling bulbs with the new modern LED bulbs of the warm color can make a big difference. These modifications can be done on your own, and add a dimmer switch in case its possible. Make sure you follow the directions for safety well, and in case there is an issue contact an expert electrician.

Also adding lights for the under counter area in the kitchen can be a big benefit as well.

Next is upgrading kitchen counter tops. In case it was while since the last upgrade in the kitchen, inspecting the countertops is a good idea. In case the kitchen is equipped with stone countertops then it’s a different matter. Otherwise, we encourage you to visit the closest local home improvement store and select a few laminate countertops. Laminate countertops are great, since you can now purchase laminate designs that have that outstanding random look of granite and quartz at much cheaper price.

Adding a deck or patio is great. In case your house is equipped with plenty of deck and patio space, then take this into consideration. Otherwise, making this renovation can provide a much higher resale value. Here in the lovely four-season mountains our decks are functional through three seasons and provide respite from the rigors of the day.

Upgrading a bathroom is the next idea. A lot of classic baths can benefit from the lighting tips discussed earlier as well as replace pedestal sinks with a modern bathroom vanity. Use a depth of at most 20 inches instead of 21 for an expanded bath feel. Another idea is to convert an old bathtub into a modern fiberglass shower stall.

Finally, replace the carpet with wood in the main living areas. In case the carpet has been used for a while, update it with a new one to enhance the room. Additionally, pull up the carpet and hire a professional to put down an oak plank floor. Wooden floors are durable, easy to clean, and universally valued in the house market.

Remember to select an expert contractor base on getting recommendations and at a few quotes for the project. Inquire about an insurance certificate, and validate their licenses.

Maple Renovations is a Toronto based licensed general contractor and home inspector, and the home improvement specialist. As a major contractor with a lot of experience gleaned from hundreds of inspections form the foundation for the advice in these articles. See more at http://www.maplereno.com