You don’t have to be amazing at DIY to make simple changes to your home that will have a big impact. Keeping on top of general maintenance, as well as adding a few key upgrades, will improve your home and add value should you decide to sell it.

Here are some ideas for things you can do to improve your home, without spending a fortune.

Paint And Decorate

The cheapest, and easiest, way to improve your home is to keep the décor fresh and up-to-date. A neutral palette will ensure that it doesn’t date. When choosing wallpapers, pick something low-key and only apply it to accent walls, rather than a whole room, so it isn’t too in your face. If you have kitchen cupboards that are looking a bit tired, apply a couple of fresh coats of paint to them to give them a more modern and clean appearance.

Create Kerb Appeal

First impressions are really important so don your gardening gloves and get weeding. Mow the lawn, trim any overgrown plants or hedges and jet wash any paving stones. It’s also key to keep on top of maintenance in the garden and be aware of anything that might need fixing or replacing. Prevention is better than the cure, as they say, so keep an eye on things and act early so that you avoid a big expense at a later date. Keep windows looking smart by cleaning them regularly and re-painting any chipped areas. If your front door has seen better days, it might be time to replace it with something more modern and secure. You can even design your own so you can get something that suits your style and property perfectly. Any missing cladding or damaged guttering should be replaced. Get a professional in to do this, unless you’ve got experience. It won’t be expensive and they will make sure it’s done safely and to a professional standard.

Spruce Up Key Areas

Bathrooms and kitchens are the two key rooms that home owners should keep clean and fresh. They’re the rooms that guests will usually see and should you wish to sell your house fast in the future, potential buyers will take a big interest in how these two rooms appear. Upgrading suites in both rooms can be costly, so consider the alternatives. Replace missing tiles or grubby grouting, swap generic or out-dated cabinet handles with modern or unique ones and fix any leaky faucets or taps.

Carpet is a big no-no in bathrooms and kitchens as they harbour germs and are hard to keep clean. If you have an older property, you may have nice hard wood floors underneath the carpet that you can sand and varnish. This will give both rooms a modern look that will also be easy to keep clean. Alternatively, invest in some slate or tiles that will instantly upgrade these rooms. If you don’t have the budget to fully replace tiled floors, you can buy specialist paint and renovate the tiles you already have yourself.

Replace Your Boiler

If your boiler is over 15 years old, it might be time to get a new or reconditioned one to replace it. Modern boilers are a lot more energy efficient, meaning you’ll save money on bills over time. Keep your boiler working efficiently, for longer, by getting it serviced annually.

Implementing the changes suggested is a good starter for 10 and you’ll find that you enjoy your property much more when you give it a bit of TLC. Should you ever decide to sell your property and want to avoid the open market, a quick cash buyer could be a good option. They’ll buy your property in any condition and will include all legal fees so you get a hassle-free, guaranteed sale.