Your home is one of your biggest investments. Not only that, it’s also a valuable investment. Usually, if your home is well-taken care of over the years, you will most likely receive a significant return on this investment. There are a few things you can do to increase your home’s value beyond the normal appreciation. One of these is to upgrade your HVAC system.
It is true that some buyers wont notice a new HVAC system, but they will definitely notice if it’s old or broken. This is especially true if you don’t have central AC already installed throughout your home. However, a new system is more appealing to buyers and worth the expenditure and investment.
Factors to Consider when Thinking About Upgrading your HVAC system
The key to deciding whether to replace your HVAC is first determining if it is needed and whether the renovation would add value to your home. The new HVAC system technology has improved the performance of these systems and made them more efficient at energy consumption. Here are a few questions to consider when determining whether it will add value to your home:
- How old is your current HVAC system? If your unit is more than 10-15 years old you will benefit significantly by upgrading to a more energy efficient HVAC system. You’ll save energy costs and it will be appealing to new home buyers.
- Does your system provide all the capabilities you want it to? To start, if your home is older and doesn’t have central air conditioning you might want to bite the bullet and purchase a new system right away. A home with no AC is automatically ruled out for most buyers. If you do have central AC you can also look into adding a central humidifier or dehumidifier to make your home more comfortable. We also have other options such as a smart thermostat and high-efficiency filter cabinet.
- Are there other alternatives that would better suit my home and my needs? A ductless mini-split system can make your home more comfortable in the summer and winter in some areas. This adds to the marketability to your home as well.
Benefits of a New HVAC System
If you have made the decision to replace your system to sell your property, then it’s important to find the unit that adds the most value. One thing to consider is that more people are going green. This is important to our environment and might be worth the extra cost as well as add bonus points to potential buyers. Another benefit is an energy efficient system. The more money it could save a buyer, the more valuable it will be. Make sure you work with an HVAC expert when getting a new system as size matters. A unit that is too small for your home will struggle with maintaining the desired temperature. A unit that is too big will waste energy and space.
Choosing A System That Will Add Value to Your Home
Even though upgrading your HVAC system may not directly affect the looks of your home, it does add a sense of comfort to most buyers. This is one of the bigger purchases a homeowner will encounter and having one that is brand new will definitely make a potential buyer happy. This expensive purchase requires a qualified technician to install it. This ensures that it was properly installed and works as it should. You may be offered warranties and rebates as well.
Our team can give you options that fit your home, needs, and budget. If you want to schedule a free, no obligation quote you can give us a call today at 712-252-3007 or fill out this form online. Our residential team is looking forward to serving you!