6 Ways to Remodel and Raise the Value of Your Home 

You bought your dream home, but now you look around and notice things you'd like to change. You're not alone. Many homeowners decide to remodel and renovate not only for aesthetic purposes but also because they want to raise the value of their property. From small details like doorknobs and molding to bigger projects, remodeling can help you achieve the ultimate vision for your home. Here are six ways to remodel that can help increase how much your home is worth.



1. Renovate Your Storage 

Attics and basements are often the first places you might think of to practice your remodeling skills. But two other areas in your home that can benefit from time and attention are the bathroom and kitchen. It will take more than a fresh coat of paint and ripping down wallpaper to transform these two spaces, but it can add serious value to your home.

One important aspect of both of these spaces is cabinet storage. Depending on the original quality of the wood and craftsmanship, old cabinets can lose their charm and functionality over the years. An easy way to spruce up your kitchen and bathroom areas is to replace or add cabinets and storage, which you can source from a Sonoma County Home Renovation Supplier.

2. Add Color and Style

Many homes were built with a basic, utilitarian style in mind, and it's not exactly an enticing aesthetic for a potential buyer. A simple way to add color, style, and value is to install new tiles in your bathroom and kitchen. High-quality tiles add texture and rich detail to any space. From flooring to outdoor patios and more, tiles provide a unique touch to your home, and they're designed to last. You can also utilize tile to create a vibrant backsplash in your kitchen as well as to update the look and feel of your shower.

3. Update Fixtures and Accessories 

Every historical era has had its own style when it comes to household fixtures. They are often the first aspect of a room to look outdated, bringing the entire value of the space down. Simply updating the key fixtures and accessories in your bathroom and kitchen can completely change the aesthetic and mood of these rooms. Rather than do an overhaul of the large items like the bathtub and sink, you can focus on details like mirrors, faucets, and shower heads to give the space new life.

4. Rethink Lighting

Lighting may be low on your list of remodeling priorities, but updates to the way the lighting functions in your kitchen and bathrooms can increase your home value with very little effort. When a high-trafficked space has either too much or too little light, it can have an immediate impact on the usability and aesthetic quality of your home.

The lighting in these rooms, as well as in the rest of the home, should suit the mood and use of the room. If you want to give your master bathroom an indoor jungle makeover, you might want to consider adding a skylight to increase the amount of natural light so you can add strategic houseplants to the space. For the kitchen, you may need to upgrade the lighting above the stove to ensure accessibility.

5. Focus on Ventilation and Flow

When you're deep into planning a remodel, do not overlook essential issues of ventilation and the flow of activity through a space. Bathrooms and kitchens are at a higher risk of mold and mildew, so these are the spaces you need to consider when it comes to ventilation. Any changes you make to the space should not close off the room from proper air circulation. At the same time, you may want to add square footage to a bathroom that feels cramped. You can also install a kitchen island as a working area to open up that space for a better living experience.

6. Consider Energy-Friendly Renovations

Energy-efficient homes are taking center stage in today's real estate market. As you work on remodeling your home, don't overlook ways that you can capitalize on this trend. It will not only make your home more valuable, but it will also help you save on utility bills. Some important energy-conserving renovations to consider are:

• Install windows that help stabilize the indoor temperature 
• Fix any issues with home insulation, including attic space 
• Replace old appliances that waste energy
• Upgrade your thermostat to a digital model 
• Invest in solar panels 

Remodeling your home is an exercise in both creativity and good judgment. By using any of these six strategies for home renovation and redesign, you can upgrade your lifestyle and add value to your property at the same time. Here at Ceramic Tile Center, we are ready to assist you with innovative kitchen and bathroom designs using high-quality stone, tile, and cabinetry. Contact us at (707) 578-1350 for more information.