A garden shed might be a simple structure but can significantly improve a house listing in the property market. Buyers can remodel it to act as a home office, a gym, storage and many more. However, sellers should look to improve the shed’s appearance as it could result in higher demand and an increase in value. Companies such as Spring offer a free property valuation - if you feel like you want to get more from your house sale, repurposing your shed may be the answer for you. If the shed is not in shape, there are simple maintenance procedures to help improve its appearance.

Home Gym

A garden shed is an ideal place for a home gym. It has space, proximity to the house and allows in fresh air. If you have the gym equipment, the space within the shed is enough for a good workout or at least enough room for weight training.

Home Office

If you are looking for space to set a home office, the garden shed may be ideal. The size of the shed and the lighting can influence its suitability, though. You can set up a desk and chair to act as a working station and arrange a WiFi booster to increase your signal strength. If well thought through, it is a perfect alternative for an in-house working space.

Storage

Ultimately, a shed is there for storage. You can keep a bike, garden tools, lawn seed, golf clubs… the list goes on. Providing the roof is stable, it is water and heat-proofed and has a secure lock on the door, all these items are safe from theft or bad weather.

Studio Space

If you are a creative person, having a space dedicated to your processes can be invaluable. Whether you are an art enthusiast or video maker, your garden shed is the perfect place to see your creative visions come to life. It is a stand-alone space, well-aerated and perfectly secluded to avoid distractions. 

Gaming Room

You can easily customise a wooden garden shed into a perfect gaming room. From covering the openings and cushioning the sound from getting out, the garden shade can be a perfect boys’ gaming room. If correctly done, it creates more room in the main house and cancels the noise caused by the gaming equipment.

Accommodation

If all of your bedrooms are full but still have more people to accommodate, the garden shed can still house people. You can set up make-shift beds where people can sleep. With a high roof, a bunk-bed can comfortably fit in, doubling its usage!

Garden Bar

Are you a fan of garden parties? You can use the garden shed as a garden bar. Serving drinks in the garden next to the pool is a sight to behold. It moves the bar to the garden, creating a unique celebration only a few people can dream of. However, you need to create shelves in the shed, save room for a refrigerator and side windows for a complete transformation.

Why Repair a Garden Shed?

Not only is it useful for a seller due to the added value that a purposeful shed can offer, but buyers will also look for the extra features to inform their decision to buy the property. If they can utilise the garden shed with any of the activities listed above, it becomes a tie-breaker. Therefore, before listing your property for sale, ensure you repair all supporting structures.

Renovating a shed can be a really simple task over a weekend and can help you to sell your house quickly if time is of the essence.

Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.