7 Projects that Can Add Value to Your Home in Houston

Anyone can renovate their home, but what projects have the best bang for their buck when considering future sales value? Here are 7 home projects that can add value to your home now and later!

New Front Door

A cost-effective way to make the outside of a home pop is to install a more attractive front door. The cost can vary widely, but tends to start around the $2,000 mark for a quality door. A less expensive option would be to paint the door a complementary color to the rest of the house.

Replace Siding

Siding in poor repair can cause serious headaches. Not much of an aesthetic upgrade, but instead a practical one. Siding replacement can prevent water penetration - important especially in our humid Houston environment. For those looking for a full replacement, expect costs to run around $10,000 for a full replacement, and upwards if the siding is made of other materials.

Kitchen Renovation

A mainly cosmetic upgrade could include adding new countertops, a new tile backsplash and new paint or hardware. Prices vary depending on a variety of factors, but the average kitchen renovation will set a homeowner back $70,000+.

Primary bathroom renovation

A primary bathroom upgrade can go a long way to upping the value of any home. A homeowner could really add to the value of their home by adding tile flooring, new countertops on the vanity cabinets, fresh tile in the shower, a frameless shower door and new plumbing fixtures. A primary bath update can on average cost upwards of $50,000.

Painting the Exterior Brick

A popular trend for Houston-area home, painting the exterior brick to update and add to a home’s curb appeal. However, the added aesthetics to the home will come at a cost. Depending on the size of the house, a full paint job could cost anywhere between $7,000-$12,000.

Window Replacement

Often flying under the radar, installing new double pane windows will cost you a pretty penny, but can also save you money. About $1,200 per window depending on the color, style and size, window replacement is a big investment. But, such an upgrade can do wonders for your Houston-area home’s energy bills, and also add value when a buyer might gladly pay more for a home that has new and energy-efficient windows.

Upgrade the backyard

Is there just grass in your backyard? Homeowners might want to consider adding a wooden deck, a covered patio or even a pergola. As the Houston weather becomes perfect for outdoor enjoyment, upgrading the backyard of a home is a worthwhile investment.