Does a walk in shower increase home value?

Bathroom Updates for Resale Value In general, removing a tub and installing a well-appointed walk-in shower also increases the value of a home.

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Are you ready to take on a bathroom renovation? A bathroom renovation is a monumental, but worthwhile, project for many homeowners. But where do you start? Many homeowners begin by making the choice between a walk-in shower and a bathtub. Between the two options, consider which will have the biggest impact on your home’s resale value. Read on to learn more about how this choice will affect your bathrooms use and resale value.

What’s the Better Choice: Walk-in Shower or Bathtub?

When deciding which direction your bathroom renovation will go, the first two determining factors (even above the question of resale value) are available space and budget. If you have the space and the money to add both, that’s the ideal choice. Having a bathtub and a walk-in shower creates a complete bathroom suite, which is the most appealing setup for potential buyers. For context, having a full five-piece bathroom – double sink, walk-in shower, bathtub and toilet – significantly increases your home’s value.

Bathroom Updates for Resale Value

In general, removing a tub and installing a well-appointed walk-in shower also increases the value of a home. That being said, if you have to choose between a bathtub and a walk-in shower, and most of us do, it’s important to consider if you have another tub. Removing your only tub to install a walk-in shower can make your home’s value take a hit because most prospective homebuyers, especially families with small kids, want at least one bathtub. Outside of this scenario, most bathroom renovations that enhance the look, feel and functionality of your bathroom add value to your home.

Style and Finish Matters

This is especially true when you have the work done professionally with the high-end materials like quality tile and beautiful fixtures. Bathrooms and kitchens sell homes. And style choices and quality, high-end finishes (no matter the size or configuration) are important to potential buyers.

Other Bathroom Remodel Considerations

Once you’ve decided between a bathtub and a walk-in shower (or both!), consider these factors: Safety – if your home is older, it’s possible you have broken tiles or flooring that’s not up to par, or even a bathtub or shower that’s become slippery and hazardous. Plumbing needs repair or updates – old plumbing wears out over time, and a bathroom renovation is a perfect time to get it updated. Efficiency – energy and water conservation are more important than ever. A bathroom remodel is a great time to upgrade your sinks, toilets and lighting to save water and energy. Storage – if you’re short on storage space, remodeling the bathroom allows you to incorporate additional storage.

Choose Glass Doctor for Custom Shower Doors, Bath Enclosures and More

Hiring the right team goes a long way toward making your renovation a positive experience that pays off down the road. When you choose your local Glass Doctor®, you’re choosing professional designers and installers dedicated to helping you realize your vision. We can create and install the best enclosure for your walk-in shower or shower-bathtub combination to create the look and feel you’ve been dreaming of. For upfront pricing and guaranteed workmanship, schedule an appointment online or call 833-974-0209 to get started. Continue your luxury shower renovation with a new showerhead. Check out these tips from Mr. Rooter® for swapping out your existing showerhead. Learn more about the pros and cons of showers and tubs from our friends at Mr. Handyman. Like Glass Doctor, Mr. Handyman is a part of the Neighborly® community of trusted home services brands.

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The highest part of an outbuilding (including cresting and finials) should be no higher than the roof ridge line of the existing house. If the proposed outbuilding is within two meters of the property boundary, maximum eaves height should be no higher than 3 meters to be considered permitted development.

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Permitted Development For Outbuildings

New rules regarding whether or not you can extend or add to your home without having to apply for planning permission for an outbuilding came into force on 1 October 2008. The New limits and conditions for what is allowed without the need for planning permission apply largely to the dimensions of the proposed addition, its position in relation to the house and its proximity to the boundaries of the property. Under the new regulations constructing an outbuilding that is not within designated land is considered permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, providing it meets the following limits and conditions: An outbuilding can not be constructed on land forward of a wall forming the principal elevation. Outbuildings and garages to be single storey with maximum eaves height of 2.5 metres and maximum overall height of four metres with a dual pitched roof or three metres for any other roof. Maximum height of 2.5 metres in the case of a building, enclosure or container within two metres of a boundary of the curtilage of the dwellinghouse.No verandas, balconies or raised platforms. No more than half the area of land around the "original house"* would be covered by additions or other buildings. In National Parks, the Broads, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and World Heritage Sites the maximum area to be covered by buildings, enclosures, containers and pools more than 20 metres from house to be limited to 10 square metres. On designated land buildings, enclosures, containers and pools at the side of properties will require planning permission.

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