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How to Add Value to Your Home with 4 Simple Garden Upgrades
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When considering how to add value to your home, upgrading your garden might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, with a few thoughtful improvements, you can significantly boost your property’s resale value without overspending.
According to The Telegraph, buyers are willing to pay a 5-25% premium for a garden they can enjoy all year round. Features like a pergola, veranda, carport, or an aluminium glass conservatory can provide excellent returns on investment (ROI). Architect and TV presenter George Clarke also highlights the importance of connecting your home to the outside, stating that “looking over mother nature is the best thing ever” and that a beautiful garden naturally invites a stronger bond between indoor and outdoor spaces. With all this in mind, here are four simple garden upgrades that can add value to your home.
Install a Pergola
Building a garden pergola is a fantastic way to improve your outdoor space and create an area where you can relax, entertain, and enjoy the fresh air. Not only does it provide a stylish focal point for your garden, but it can also increase the value of your home. Whether you’re looking to entertain guests or spend more time outside, a well-designed pergola adds both charm and usability to your garden, allowing you to enjoy your outdoor space all year round, even during the colder months.
Types of Pergolas
- Fixed Pergola: A fixed garden pergola is an excellent choice if you’re after a structure that’s easy to install and maintain. Our Phanes pergola, for example, combines modern construction with durability and attention to detail. It’s simple yet elegant design makes it easy to service, and it’s strong enough to provide plenty of shade in the summer. With its cost-effectiveness and customisation options, the fixed pergola is a smart way to add value to your home. It’s a sturdy, low-maintenance solution that works well for many different outdoor spaces.
- Bioclimatic Pergola: If you’re after something a little more advanced, a bioclimatic pergola could be just the thing. Unlike the fixed pergola, the roof of a bioclimatic pergola can be operated electronically, allowing you to open, close, or even rotate it with a remote control. This offers year-round comfort, regardless of the weather. Many bioclimatic pergolas, such as our Selene , come with built-in features like wind and rain sensors, lighting, speakers, and drop blinds hidden within the ring beam, giving your outdoor space a high-tech edge. For those who want a robust structure with minimal upkeep, an aluminium bioclimatic pergola is a smart choice due to its resistance to corrosion. If you’re looking for a truly luxurious addition to your garden, a bioclimatic pergola is a worthwhile investment to add value to your home. Check out our previous blog to discover more!
Build a Veranda
A veranda is another exceptional way to add both character, practicality and value to your property. It not only makes a stunning feature entrance, but it can also create a sheltered spot where you can unwind and enjoy the outdoors, no matter the weather. By building a veranda, you’re adding a versatile outdoor area that provides shelter for your garden furniture and gives you more space to enjoy your garden in comfort.
Why You Should Choose an Aluminium Veranda
When thinking about how to add value to your home, an aluminium veranda is one of the best options. Aluminium offers a modern and elegant look, while also being exceptionally durable. It’s resistant to rust, corrosion, and even extreme weather conditions, making it a low-maintenance solution for your garden. Plus, the beauty of aluminium is that it’s easy to customise too. With over 300 colours and finishes available, you can create a veranda that perfectly matches the aesthetic of your home.
Types of verandas
- Glass veranda – A glass veranda is a contemporary and cost effective way to create a versatile outside space. Perfect for outdoor patios, garden terraces, entrance atriums and even carports, glass verandas bring shelter without restricting natural light.
- Glass canopy – For a more minimalist approach, a glass canopy could be just what you need. Brilliant at creating a stunning feature above an entrance, or even over French doors, bifold doors or shop fronts, it provides shelter while keeping the space feeling open and airy. The large glass panels make it appear almost weightless, giving your property an elegant and modern touch.
Add a Carport
Adding a carport is a smart, versatile addition to any property! Not only does it provide shelter for your vehicle, but it also opens up opportunities to free up space in your garage. If you already have a garage, turning that extra space into a home office, gym, or even a cinema room can significantly boost the value of your home. By investing in a carport, you’re making a valuable upgrade to your property that offers great returns.
Types of Carports
- Single Carport – Ideal for those with one vehicle, a single carport provides excellent protection while offering a modern, streamlined appearance. Standing 2700mm tall, with dimensions of 3750mm in width and 5650mm in length, it provides ample space to keep your car sheltered.
- Double Carport – If you need space for two vehicles, a double carport is a perfect solution. It’s great for households with multiple cars or anyone in need of extra covered space, whether it’s for unloading shopping, getting kids in and out of the car, or even sheltering an electric vehicle charger.
- Glass Carport – For those who appreciate a contemporary design, a glass carport is a stylish yet practical alternative to a traditional garage. Custom-built to your specifications, this option offers quick installation with no planning permission typically required and can often be set up in just a day.
Construct an Aluminium Glass Conservatory
Building an aluminium glass conservatory is a great way to extend your living space, while making it brighter and more open. It improves the natural flow of air throughout your property, and when manufactured with thermally broken aluminium and double glazing, it keeps your home warm in winter and cool in summer. Used as a lounge, dining space, or workspace, a glass conservatory adds a touch of luxury to your home.
Additionally, pairing your glass conservatory with external patio doors is an excellent choice; adding sliding doors or bifold doors makes it easy to blend your garden with your living space, perfect for al fresco dining. An aluminium glass conservatory not only boosts your home’s value but also creates a modern, airy atmosphere. From a full conservatory to a lean-to roof, it’s a smart investment, especially if you’re planning a garden renovation.
If you’re looking for ways to add value to your home, investing in a premium outdoor structure could be the key. Whether you opt for a pergola, veranda, carport, or an aluminium glass conservatory, each of these additions will strengthen the connection between your indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a more open and enjoyable environment while boosting your property’s ROI.
At Exterior Spaces, we offer a range of high-quality aluminium outdoor solutions designed to combine modern aesthetics with durability, built to withstand the unpredictable UK weather. If you’re near Leeds, come and visit our showroom, conveniently located just off the M62 and M621. Our expert team is on hand to help you explore our collection and find the ideal outdoor structure for your home. With careful investment and attention to detail, these garden upgrades can increase your home’s value without breaking the bank.
