You’ve finally done it – you’ve worked hard to save a deposit, fought off the swarms of bidders and signed all the paperwork. You’re officially a homeowner!  

Now that you’re moving into a new home, there’s no better time to think about what renovations and features can maximise the value of your home – both in the short and long term. 

When you purchase a CW Shutters product, we guarantee you get the highest quality and best value roller shutter designed specifically for the harsh Australian climate. You’ll also have confidence and peace of mind that your property and family are well protected, with a choice of the latest contemporary colours designed to complement your home.

So, how can you add value to your home in 2025? Read on to find out. 

What influences the value of my home?

Location

Location, location, location! The location of your home can boost or undermine its value. In fact, your house’s location is perhaps the most influencing factor of value. So while your new house may be near your work or family, it’s essential to consider how your surroundings will affect you financially. 

When it comes to the value of your home, appraisers look at three key things:

• The quality of the local schools
• The employment opportunities in the area
• Proximity to shopping, entertainment and recreational centres.

This explains why most homes near major cities are often valued more than houses in rural areas. The distance between highways, utility lines and public transport can also affect your home’s value.  

Size and usable space

When it comes to your home’s value, size really does matter. That’s because the value of a house is roughly estimated in price per square meter. This means that the sales price is divided by the square meters of the home. 

But it’s not just size that counts – usable space is important, too. This includes the number of bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens. The more bedrooms and bathrooms your home has, the more valuable it becomes. 

Areas such as garages and attics aren’t usually included in the usable space. So, while your home may have a huge carport, it may not increase the value of your home. 

Age and condition

Younger homes are often valued higher than older, run-down homes. Why? Because critical parts of the house, like plumbing, electrical and foundation, are newer and, therefore, less likely to need replacing. For example, home re-plumbing can range anywhere from $6,000 to $12,000.  

For buyers, a newer house means saving more money on the important stuff – like moving costs and modern furniture.  

How can I add value to my house in 2025?

Install new floors

Replacing your old, outdated or damaged floors is a dramatic and instant way to raise the value of your home. And the best part? This upgrade is unlikely to break the bank with so many modern flooring options – such as floating floorboards or sheet vinyl.

However, if you’re not ready to give up on your tired-looking timber flooring just yet, try our top tips to bring them back to life:

• Give the floors a thorough clean. Start by removing all the furniture from the room and giving the floors a good vacuum. Then use a damp, warm mop to remove any built-up dirt or grime. 
• Replenish the finish with lacquer or wax
• Hire a buffer to buff the floors. Then buy your choice of polish to bring out the natural beauty of your flooring. 

Add some roller shutters

Whether manual or electric, roller shutters are a simple and effective way of enhancing the value of your home. That’s because they offer so much more than just a window fitting – shutters provide a range of benefits that can help put your house into a higher price bracket. 

Roller shutters give you the ultimate light control 

When the sun’s UV rays shine through our windows, they can damage our furniture, carpets and drapes. Our modern shutters can be easily adjusted to any height, allowing as much light into your home as you want. 

They give your home a unique, modern look 

We offer a broad collection of trendy colours to give you more choices to complement your home. Our high-quality painted finish also ensures that your roller shutters are protected from the outside elements. So you never need to worry about your shutters looking tired under the harsh Australian sun.

Our shutters can help insulate your home by up to 90%

All our domestic roller shutters have a polyurethane foam-filled profile for improved thermal properties. We then install our shutters over your window, leaving a gap between the shutter and the glass. This gap can provide up to a 90% reduction in thermal transfer. 

Help enhance the security of your home

With a high-quality aluminium alloy construction, our roller shutters are low maintenance and long-lasting. So you can rest easy at night knowing that your home will be more secure and look amazing for years to come. Roller shutters are really a great multi-functional product that will improve the comfort of your home and give you peace of mind.

Read ‘Are roller shutters worth it?’ here. 

Give your home a fresh coat of paint

Old, faded or flaking paint in boring, lifeless colours can make your home look dull and much older than it is. A simple coat of fresh paint is an easy and inexpensive way to brighten up your home and add more value. 

According to Homes to Love, the top paint colour trends for 2023 are: 

• Hog Bristle Half by Dulux
• Signal Station by Wattyl
• Faded Blue by Haymes Paints
• Texas Gold by Taubmans
• Sassy by Dulux
• Beijing Blossom by Wattyl

Want to save even more money? Consider painting your house yourself instead of hiring professionals. You can even host a working bee and get your friends and family to help you. 

At CW Shutters, we value your home’s safety as much as you do. That’s why we’ve developed a range of safe and secure shutters that will protect your home and improve its value and aesthetics. Contact one of our dealers or retailers today for a free measure and quote.