Selling a home can be a difficult process, especially when pets come into play. On the one hand, many potential buyers are turned off when they discover that a home was used to house pets. However, there are plenty of home seekers desperate to find the perfect place for their furry friends. If you're planning on selling your home soon, you may want to complete a few renovations before listing. Our real estate agents encourage you to consider some of these renovation ideas that pet owners will love.
- Pet Storage
One of the easiest yet useful renovations that you can make is to create a dedicated storage area for pet supplies. Most pet owners tuck away these items wherever they can find space, but this can cause the area to get dirty or smelly very quickly. Create a special space for these items by installing shelving in the garage or by building cubbies near the front or rear doors. Many homeowners will stage these shelves or cubbies with plastic storage containers to demonstrate how convenient — yet clean and odor-free — pet storage can be. - Mudroom
Virtually any home in a region that experiences heavy precipitation can benefit from a dedicated mudroom. These spaces are usually created near a rear or side door but can also be built around the main entryway. Flooring should be durable and easy to clean; the space should include brushes, towels, and wet wipes to clean a dirty pup. Many homeowners combine this space with their laundry appliances and use the water hookups to create a dog washing station. - Feeding Area
The best pet investments are those which will be used daily. Creating a feeding area for pets is surprisingly simple, as you can simply renovate the area where the food and water bowls already sit. Upgrade this space with a built-in feeding station, which can be easily installed in a lower cabinet. You can remove the doors and cut holes into the cabinet's base to securely fit the food and water bowls. - "Catios"
While dogs have the great outdoors to explore, cats are often left cooped up in the house. Turning your patio into a "catio" will show prospective buyers that you're catering to all four-legged friends. Along with the traditional towers, you can enhance your patio area for a cat's enjoyment by building "highways" along the exterior wall. These highways are made with perches and walkways staggered at various heights to give the cat a way to exercise without taking up floor space. - Safe Outdoor Space
Not all home renovations need to happen inside the house. In fact, creating a safe outdoor space that's inclusive for animals and people alike is an ideal feature for potential homebuyers. Reliable fencing is a must, and consider installing small windows at doggie-eye-level for them to look out. Depending on the size of your dog and the use of your outdoor space, installing artificial turf is an easy way to keep your "grass" green and clean without having to worry about filling holes.
Are you searching for a house perfect for the whole family? We can help. Contact us today to browse our pet-friendly Naples homes for sale.
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