In terms of homeowner happiness, few home renovations deliver more bang for the buck than bathroom upgrades. There are a few reasons for this. Bathrooms are among the busiest rooms in the house, which means their appearance and functionality have a direct impact on the family’s happiness. That being said, homeowners tend to go a long time between bathroom upgrades. While the industry recommends upgrading the bathroom every five to ten years, it’s not unusual for bathrooms to go more than 20 years without any major changes being made.
What Happens When the Bathroom is Not Upgraded?
Technology evolves in all areas of our life. The bathroom is no exception. Modern plumbing fixtures deliver superior performance, meaning your home uses less water to achieve a much better user experience. If your home bathroom today is the same bathroom it was in 1990, you’re missing out on some affordable but luxurious amenities that just didn’t exist back then.
Setting aside your right to pamper yourself for a minute, it’s also important to consider whether your bathroom as it currently exists adds to or detracts from the overall value of your home. While kitchens remain near the top of the priority list for homebuyers, bathrooms are also quite important.
In fact, the New York Times in a recent discussion of if bathroom renovations are worth it urged homeowners toward full bathroom remodels. “It may make sense to do more than less, especially if your bathroom is old.” Not discussed in that article, but relevant to many Massachusetts homeowners, is the condition of the bathroom. Active families can be rough on bathrooms. While you may have gotten used to how the bathroom looks now, you’re going to love it without that slightly-damaged, lived-in feel. And so will potential homebuyers.