Part of the appeal to being a homeowner is the ability to transform your house into one that reflects your personality and style. No matter how much money you spend on the project, a home renovation should offer three important results: improvement of the home’s aesthetic appeal and/or functionality, and an increase of the value of the home and property.

Clearly, the best home remodeling projects are the ones that serve both purposes. Although an enhanced home value may not seem like a big deal for those without plans to ever move, plans can change—and often do. Plus, the more valuable your home, the better your position will be if you someday decide to refinance your home. That said, not all home improvement projects will satisfy these important areas. Making sure you’re investing your money wisely means doing research and consulting with home remodeling professionals. Before you select a trusted team like Hometown Contractors to help you with your next home remodeling project, consider these top renovation ideas. These projects have a high satisfaction rate among homeowners and are known as some of the best options for raising the value of your home.

Best Ideas for Home Remodeling

Choosing your next project in terms of its potential to add value to your home requires some thinking. You first need to determine your budget. Even if a project checks off all the boxes, you’ll first need to secure the financing to complete it. 

Once you’ve determined your budget, you’ll be better able to evaluate your options. To start, you’ll first need to look at your home to determine the areas that most need your attention. Then, consider what you can do to improve the space inside your home that might address its looks and functionality at once.

Here are some things to consider when evaluating your options:

  • Enhance the Curb Appeal: The view of your home from the street is one of the most important factors that help to determine its value. One of the easiest ways to elevate your curb appeal to a new level is by tackling the exterior of the home. A window installation along with new shutters is a dramatic way to improve the appearance of your home. In addition to this project, you may want to consider a siding replacement—especially if it’s been over 20 years since the siding was updated.
  • Add a New Room: More specifically, it may be time to consider the benefit of adding a sunroom. Florida is well known for its year-round good weather and a sunroom is a perfect project to consider. Sunrooms and room additions in general add more square footage to the home, which maximizes space and improves home value. Many sunrooms are built to be a home office, extra bedroom, or entertainment room—among other options. Consider what kind of room you want and watch that dream become a reality.
  • Consider the Bathroom: The bathroom is one of the most popular rooms to renovate. It’s also one of the best available projects that, if done correctly, will improve home value. This is important, especially since many bathroom renovation projects are quick and convenient, and can be done at very affordable prices. For example, shower replacement or bathtub replacement can be done to upgrade a deteriorating, stained tub or shower. A tub-to-shower conversion can be fast and efficient, and is surprisingly easy and affordable. Even simple fixture replacements or retiling of a dirty, water-damaged floor are all excellent ways to improve aesthetics and enhance value in your home. Of course, as with any remodeling project, you’ll need to make sure your bathroom remodeling company is top-notch. A good remodeling company will provide the high-quality results and cost-effective pricing necessary to get the most out of your investment.
  • Remember the Kitchen: Kitchen renovations are especially valuable since it’s possibly the one room next to the living room that will see the most foot traffic. For this reason, smaller projects such as new windows over the sink or new entry doors can make a noticeable difference come appraisal time.

Home Renovations with Hometown Contractors

Behind every successful home renovation is a highly experienced, professional remodeling team that knows the process inside and out. At Hometown Contractors, we’re your top choice for results that add serious value to your home—and are proud to be the most trusted name in home remodeling in the Florida Panhandle.

Our customers know that when they come to us for their next project--whether it’s a shower replacement or new siding installation, they can count on the following:

  • Superior Customer Service
  • Expert Contractors 
  • High-Quality Craftsmanship
  • Start-to-Finish Support
  • Manufacturer Warranties
  • One-Year Labor Guarantees
  • And More!

Give us a call to speak with one of our agents about our professional home renovation services now or fill out our online form to schedule your free, in-home pricing estimate and design consultation!