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Raise the Value of Your Home

02 March 2012, 23:44 CET

Are you looking to add value to your home but not sure how to go about it? Adding a conservatory can be really beneficial, particularly if you are living in a sun trap, raising the value of your home by 4-5%.

It is also a relatively simple feature which will give you more space without needing a full extension. One thing to look at is comparing building insurance at MoneySupermarket.com in order to get the best deal if you are making alterations on your house.

There are several factors to consider when you are thinking about getting the builders in or even doing some construction yourself:

Firstly the amount of space you have is crucial – don't cut too much of your garden out as this is also an attractive feature when it comes to selling, particularly for families with children.

Secondly, check with the planning department before you start making any arrangements. Home improvements are very popular so they are used to dealing with these types of requests. You might be pleasantly surprised to find out that you are exempt anyway, depending upon elements such as where you live and whether or not your building is listed.

Once you have finalised all the details you can start having fun and playing with the space you have. Conservatory accessories and furniture can brighten the place up a huge amount, also taking away some of the clutter from the rest of your home. For example you could arrange to have storage available or hang paper lanterns to create an intimate atmosphere. Dining in your conservatory can be lovely when the sun is streaming through the windows so make sure you have the table and chairs you want as well if it is big enough.

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