Green fingers add value to your property
September, 2015

Leading Chelmsford Estate Agents, Bond Residential are convinced that an attractive well stocked and well maintained garden will help to sell a home.

Director, Steve Wiggins says “ A few shrubs, some hanging baskets and planted containers together with a little elbow grease can easily add £££££s to the value of your home”. He added “A well maintained and well stocked garden will attract a buyer and if you have a front garden, then it is vital to create a great first impression so make sure the grass is short, the borders tidy, and weeds are cleared away”.

An attractive garden can add real value and saleability to a property. Once you’ve taken into account the properties position and state of repair, three other factors are critical in terms of its value – the garden, its privacy and views.

Properties with stunning views over the local countryside, or perfectly manicured and landscaped borders will always sell at a premium price but don’t despair if your garden is not that medal winning show garden from this years Chelsea Flower Show. What is important is ensuring that the garden is neat and tidy, and that it will make a positive impact the first time a potential buyers sees it.

Top tips for improving your garden without breaking the bank:

• Keep the grass short – a very overgrown lawn can put a potential buyer off
• Tidy borders clearing all weeds – this helps ensure that the garden looks easy to maintain
• Give your lawn a clear bold shape so that it looks inviting
• Give the garden shed a new lease of life with new roof felt or a coat of paint. If it is about to fall down then we suggest dismantling it and using the space as a seating area.
• Camouflage boundaries with wall shrubs and climbers to make the garden seem more private
• Plant flowering hanging baskets, fast growing perennials and bedding plants for instant colour and a welcoming look
• Repair and paint any damaged fences so that they don’t look unsightly
• Ensure all garden furniture looks clean and looked after
• Don’t forget the impact the front door can have – hanging baskets look great near a front door

A colourful tidy garden appeals to most buyers particularly those with children. Bond Residential added “If we have two very similar homes at the same asking price, it is the one with the better garden that they will go for first every time’.

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