Unfortunately, it’s pretty likely we’ll all still be in quarantine for the upcoming spring and summer. While this is unfortunate, it’s still possible to make good use of this time to start planning out some backyard improvements that boost your home’s value and can help you spend a little bit of time outside of your house. Allow us to offer a few suggestions.
Gardening and Nature
For those of you inclined towards the more natural side of things, creating a garden or doing some landscaping is always worthwhile. Your yard is important for making first impressions. An overgrown, neglected yard will make potential buyers wonder what else about the home and property have been neglected. Adding a flower bed, growing your own vegetables, or even simply planting a tree in your yard will compliment your home well. It’ll create greater value for its pleasing aesthetic and confidence the home has been well maintained.
Backyard Studios
A growing trend in backyard improvements that boost your home’s value is backyard studios. These are prefabricated, easy-to-construct shed-like structures that provide a space separate from your home. Since it’s another building on your property, that alone increases the property’s value. However, backyard studios can be much more than that. You can devote these spaces to your hobbies or provide an effective home office while you work from home.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Of course, you need someplace to admire your new garden or backyard studio. Building a deck, patio, or fire pit for you to place furniture around is a highly sought-after luxury. Such amenities will increase the value of your home by being highly desirable—especially if it has unique features such as a grill or pool. After a long winter, there’s nothing better than having the chance to sit outside with friends and family and enjoy the outdoors.
