The two areas for a homeowner to consider for garage upgrades are the garage's interior and exterior portions. The door offers both curb appeal and function. A garage's interior can be a painful reminder that we have a lot of stuff and don't always keep it tidy. But some upgrades can transform the garage space both inside and out. But there is a catch; while some improvements will add to the appeal of a home, not all upgrades will increase the house's value.
The trick is to find projects that offer beauty and function. If a homeowner is looking to increase the appeal and the value of the home, these are some upgrades that manage to do both:
Cabinets and Overhead Storage
Garage cabinets and overhead storage racks instantly offer a solution to clutter in the garage. Because possessions are contained, the garage becomes a cleaner, safer place. Because cabinets are built into the garage, they also contribute to the value of the home. There is an enormous amount of versatility in garage cabinetry, both in style, accouterments, and day-to-day functionality. They come in a range of colors and materials, as well.
Epoxy the Floor
When a garage floor is concrete, the homeowner is guaranteed to have to deal with concrete dust. Spills and drips can permeate concrete, leaving stains and odors. In addition to being attractive, an epoxy floor in the garage eliminates concrete dust and is impervious to spills and stains. Epoxy reflects light, making the garage brighter. A dust mop and occasional wet mop take care of both minor spills and is the only cleaning required.
Garage Lighting
One tangible way to upgrade a garage is to call your local electrician. Instead of adding the usual ambient lighting, an electrician can take it one step further by adding task lighting to areas like the workbench, laundry, or hobby area.
Also, a homeowner should ask the electrician to add electrical outlets to a garage that is 'outlet poor' to accommodate the power needs of tools and other appliances. We cannot describe the convenience of even a couple of extra outlets, and the usefulness of other electrical items such as exhaust fans cannot be overemphasized.
Make it Smart
An automatic garage door is a convenience that no homeowner should have to live without. But a Smart garage door, one which works with an internet hub and can be monitored and controlled through a cell phone, is the ultimate in convenience, control, and security--with or without security cameras.
Replace the Garage Door
Replacing the garage door is, hands down, the fastest and most efficient way to add to the value of your home. The ROI of a garage door is terrific. Also, the homeowner should strive to find a door that offers ease of use. If it isn't Smart, it should be automatic. If it is manual, it should be of lightweight material, such as aluminum. Allow the amount of traffic the garage door receives to also be a consideration.
One of the new garage door's essential factors is that it complements the style and decor of the home's exterior. More than any other single feature, the garage door can pull the home's look together to create a spectacular attractive manner.
Any of these possible garage upgrades will increase the value of a home. In addition to increasing the house and garage ambiance, they can improve the lives of the home's inhabitants by making the garage more comfortable and safer. Even if the homeowner isn't planning a move, these upgrades will retain their value into the future should the homeowner change their mind.
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