LANDSCAPING
WANT TO IMPROVE? DO UP THE GARDEN
According to a new survey, improving the garden is currently the main thing that homeowners can do to invest in their properties.
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K homeowners that took to improving their gardens during the pandemic lockdown periods have invested wisely as they see property values increase greater than building an extension, or fitting a new kitchen, experts reveal.
According to a Post Office Money Survey, landscaping the garden could potentially increase the value of a property by a whopping 77%. This means garden landscaping provides a greater return on investment than building an extension, adding a swimming pool, or fitting a new kitchen.
The study, which was conducted over five years, was based on the mid-range asking price of a three-bed semi-detached home across the UK. It found that properties with garden landscaping added the most value to a home. Garden landscaping was proven to be the
“Landscaping the garden could potentially increase the value of a property by a whopping 77%.”
most cost-effective form of home improvement when selling while providing the best Return on Investment (ROI) compared to other types of home improvement projects. A home improvement like a new kitchen was found to add a property value increase of only 25%, with a building extension saw a 37% increase, and a low 7% increase was seen after adding a wet room.
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compounds for the landscaping and construction industry. Head of operations, Tom Hamilton, said: “Our consumer trends data certainly supports that garden landscaping has been a significant growth area with homeowners, especially over the pandemic period. Particularly, during the lockdown period, we saw increased consumer demand for our Pro Joint Fusion ‘all- weather’ paving grouting product, which I can only assume meant that landscapers and DIY enthusiasts were actively rejuvenating their outdoor spaces come rain or shine. “Indeed, many of our merchants based throughout the UK have reported a significant rise in consumer demand for all manner of landscaping supplies. I believe it is important for homeowners to know that investing into their gardens not only increases the kerb appeal of their property but also its saleable value.” BMJ
www.buildersmerchantsjournal.net March 2022
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