Keywest Estate Agents / Feb 07

Ten Reasons to Revamp That Kitchen

Whether you’re looking for your next property stepping stone or your home for life, it can pay to consider houses and flats where a kitchen revamp is on the cards.

Not only could you save money on your purchase price, but there are many benefits that can be gained from a kitchen revamp, both for you and your wallet. Here are just ten.

Save Money

As well as saving money when it comes to buying a property, a kitchen revamp can save you a packet in the long term. This is because this sort of project offers you the ideal opportunity to replace inefficient kitchen appliances, lighting and fixtures.
You might consider installing water-efficient fixtures as part of your kitchen update, for example, as well as LED lighting and energy-saving appliances, which could cut your power and water bills dramatically.

Increase Property Value

A kitchen upgrade can offer a great return on your investment, boosting the value of your property as well as increasing comfort and convenience levels for you or your tenants. Many kitchen renovations will usually pay for themselves, as long as you pay attention to your budget and what your aims are in terms of your revamp plans.

Faster Selling Times

When it comes time to selling your Leicester property – with the help of Keywest, of course – a great kitchen can be an excellent asset if you want to attract a buyer as quickly as possible.

Sell for the Best Possible Price

Buyers continually demonstrate a willingness to fork out more for homes that boast up-to-date and attractive kitchen designs, meaning that a kitchen revamp can ultimately lead to you securing the best possible price for your property.

Increase Efficiency

If you cook in an older-style kitchen, you could be wasting both time and money by using outdated technology and a poorly functioning design. In contrast, a revamped kitchen could dramatically reduce the amount of time you need to spend working in the kitchen, leaving you more time to spend actually appreciating and enjoying the meals you prepare.

Boost Storage Space

Remodelling your kitchen can offer the ideal opportunity to increase storage space in your home – something which can substantially boost your comfort and convenience levels and appeal to potential buyers in the future.

Increase Space and Comfort

You don’t necessarily need to build an extension to make your kitchen feel more spacious and comfortable. Often a simple floor-plan redesign can work wonders for transforming the space.

Clean and Declutter

Enjoy the clean and decluttered feel that a kitchen remodel can help you achieve.

Reflect Your Style

If your current kitchen doesn’t reflect your personal taste or family requirements, then a revamp could give you the chance to create the style, environment and look that you have always wanted – and that will work best for you and your lifestyle.

Improve Safety

An outdated kitchen can be a dangerous one with hazards ranging from slippery flooring to unsafe wiring and mould and mildew. A kitchen update can vastly improve safety levels as well as boosting the aesthetics and appeal of your home.

Are you looking to buy or sell property in Leicester? Call us today at our office at Hinckley Road 01162 544 555, or Queens Road 01162 544 543.