Should home automation be part of remodel?
If you are like most homeowners, you want to make an investment in your home that is going to be immune to market trends.
Home automation instantly adds to a home’s “cool factor.” All homeowners want to maximize efficiency and increase security, and as home automation features become increasingly cost effective, they are embracing such technology to accomplish those goals.
Whether your interest is in safety and security, environmental friendliness, convenience and customization, or you just want to focus on your home’s wow factor, automation is the key.
Home automation increases both curb appeal and property value by delivering cost savings, enabling convenience, and increasing the safety and security of your home.
Home automation is an investment that owners can enjoy now, and later they can reap the financial rewards of it when they decide to sell their home, because this technology provides a noticeable boost in home value, and is an attractive feature likely to catch the eye of home buyers.
If you are going to make one major investment in home automation, the top choices when selling a home are security (63 percent), thermostats and fans (63 percent), lighting (58 percent), and safety (56 percent). However, lighting, security and entertainment rank among the most commonly used features for homeowners, and the many conveniences home automation offers the current homeowners will likely appeal to any future homeowners.
In an increasingly fickle home market, anything that can add value to a home is an investment worth considering. Home automation just happens to be an investment that can benefit you whether or not you are planning to sell your home anytime soon. These home automation products can increase property value significantly. Homeowners see decreased maintenance costs and home insurance premiums, and home sellers can sell their homes at higher prices. Home automation is a solid investment, providing both immediate and long-term financial rewards.
While there is no perfect formula for prepurchase and pre-move projects, careful planning and discussion can be beneficial. Key elements are asking the right questions and finding the right contractor. Of course, time is always an issue, but rushing it can be costly. It’s best to work through the details to achieve the best possible results.
This article was provided by a member of the Remodelers Council of the Greater Houston Builders Association. The Remodelers Council is dedicated to promoting professionalism and public awareness of the remodeling profession through education, certification and service to the Houston community. For more information on this article, contact Lorraine Hart at lorraine@idealconsulting.net. To join the council or to find a professional remodeler in your area, visit www.ghba.org.