Buyers looking for homes in New Orleans, Metairie, Destrehan or Kenner consider a remodeled and updated home important criteria for making a home purchase decision.

Homeowners in New Orleans and the River Region are investing time and money updating and improving their homes through remodeling. The goal is to make them as comfortable as possible, and increase the value of the property accordingly. Homeowners remodel for lifestyle amenities, convenience, changing family needs or to increase their property value.

Remodeling costs can vary greatly and the type or quality of the improvement can dictate the cost. Kitchen remodeling is typically ranked among one of the most expensive projects. Remodeling benefits can vary greatly depending on the part of the country you live in, style of home and neighborhoods location.

Most sellers do not have the time nor resources needed for major remodeling and resort to cosmetic cost effective updating. These types of improvements will have a positive effect on a buyer prospect and also your potential for sale. Cleaning, de-cluttering and painting are some of the most cost effective improvements a seller can make.

According to recent studies the following renovations have provided the best returns on investment for home Sellers.

Major kitchen remodel up to 93%

Siding replacement up to 93%

Bathroom remodel, mid-range up to 90%

Deck addition up to 87%

Bathroom addition, mid-range up to 86%

Bathroom remodel, upscale up to 86%

Window replacement, mid-range up to 84%

Window replacement, upscale up to 84%

Attic bedroom addition/conversion up to 83%

Bedroom addition, upscale up to 81%

Flooring up to 98%

Lighting & Plumbing Fixture Changes up to 89%

Roofing Replacement up to 66%

Back Up Generator Installation up to 59%

Pool Installation up to 53%