When it comes to selling a house, it isn’t uncommon to find ways to gain a little extra cash from potential buyers by promoting the features of your home. This could be something cosmetic, it could be something structural, it could even be something outside.
A garden is one of the first and the last things prospective buyers will see when viewing your property. This showpiece can bring in extra cash and have you really reap the rewards of your hard work.
Laying artificial grass is just one way you can increase the value with little initial spend.
How much extra value will artificial grass add to my home?
Whilst an exact answer can’t possibly be given, a study into home buying trends indicated that 68.2% of homebuyers are influenced by landscape design. An incredible 90% thought that a stunning garden would increase property value.
Property markets around the world differ but in Australia estate agents discovered that a well-presented lawn could increase value between 20-30%! A further insight, gained by the Post Office showed that property value could increase by as much as 77% with a well-landscaped garden! Considering that a natural lawn can drop your house value by 2%, the gains made by having artificial grass can be hugely beneficial.
Why does artificial grass add to home value?
A variety of reasons mean that artificial grass can add value to your home. Whilst the initial outlay for artificial grass may be something you debate, the longer-term rewards are largely beneficial for you and the potential new homeowner.
Time saving and maintenance
Once an artificial grass lawn is put down, it is there to stay. The only real maintenance being to tidy up the toys left over from kids or pets. This helps free up time for more of the things you love as less time is spent maintaining an overgrowing lawn. Prospective buyers will love the fact that their garden is ready to enjoy and will only need their green fingers for projects they wish to start themselves.
Kerb appeal
Kerb appeal is something all homeowners are aware of. It gives the first impression of the house on a viewing. In effect, potential buyers will pretty much judge a book by its cover by viewing the exterior. It works though! A well-presented garden helps give the potential owners an indication that the house is well cared for.
With an artificial grass garden, a clean, smart look reinforces this and due to its low upkeep, remains well presented much longer.
Pet and child-friendly
With the developments in artificial grass technology, both animals and children can play, relax and enjoy an artificial lawn. Extremely durable and built-in with organic turf deodoriser, not only does an artificial lawn stay looking good but it stays safe and clean for all that use it. Something new homeowners will definitely find to be of benefit.
At The Sussex Artificial Grass Company we only use Easigrass, a product naturally restored by rain, and 100% natural.
It’s bill saving!
Many of us are concerned about the rising cost of living and with utility bills taking a large part out of our income, we always look to make some savings. Artificial grass does just that as you never need to water it. If anything, the British weather will keep it clean with the amount of rain we have!
Prospective buyers will no doubt ask about the average utility bills and if you can promote a strong saving to them, you are already ticking one of the many boxes on their checklist.
At The Sussex Artificial Grass Company, we can lay a variety of artificial turfs in your garden. Our expert team are always on hand to offer advice and suggestions and are happy to visit or provide a sample, simply contact us today to see how we can help.
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