Are you excited for the warm weather to return so you can get back outside and start on some home improvement projects? Today, we’re going to cover four outdoor projects that can offer a high return on investment and greatly enhance the value and curb appeal of your home.
Note: The values and numbers included in this article are national averages. To find averages for your specific region, view the 2017 Cost vs. Value Report.
Entry Door Replacement
Replacing your current entry door with a 20-gauge steel entry door with dual-pane glass returns an average of 90.7% of the initial investment in increased home value. A new entry door can enhance security while also saving you money by improving home energy efficiency.
Upscale Window Replacement
Are your windows old, broken, or drafty? If it’s time to update, this year is a great time to do it! Replace ten of your 3x5-foot double-hung windows with insulated, low-E windows, and you can recoup much of the cost. Installing new vinyl windows offers an average of 73.9% return on investment. If you install wood windows instead, you could still recoup around 73% of the total cost in added home value.
Garage Door Replacement
Midrange: Installing a midrange garage door yields an average 76.9% return on investment. An example of a midrange garage door is an uninsulated, single-layer steel door with galvanized steel hinges and nylon rollers.
Upscale: An upscale garage door replacement averages an even higher return on investment—85%! This project typically includes removing and disposing of the existing door in addition to installing the new door. An example of an upscale garage door is a high tensile strength insulated steel door with insulated glass windows, galvanized steel hinges, and ball-bearing urethane rollers.
Manufactured Stone Veneer
Replacing the bottom third of your street-facing vinyl façade with manufactured stone veneer siding can have a huge payoff. The national average return on investment for this update is 89.4%!
Remember, if you want to resell your home someday, first impressions for homebuyers are very important. If potential buyers like what they see when they pull up to your house, they’ll go inside. On the other hand, if they don’t like the exterior of your home, they may never consider buying or even make it in the front door.
While we can't help you with all of the home improvement projects on this list, if you live in the Des Moines area and need to update your old garage door (or need any garage door services at all), give us a call! A new garage door will enhance your home’s curb appeal and increase comfort and security for you and your family. We can give you a quote to get started and then work with you to pick the perfect garage door for your home. For some ideas and inspiration, check out our design guide below!
