(NAPSA)—Forthefirst time in a long time, home remodel costs are trending in a positive direction for homeowners looking to add value with cost-effective projects. According to a recent study by Remodeling, the average costto-value ratio has increased to 60.6 percent. Recouping On A Remodel The Remodeling report also said, regarding the national average for midrange home remodeling projects costing less than $12,000 that still recoup at least half of their cost: A steel entry door replacement increases resale value by 85.6 percentof its cost. eA garage door replacement increases resale value by 75.7 percentofits cost. eA fiberglass entry door replacement increases resale value by 65.9 percentofits cost. eA wood deck addition increases resale value by 77.3 percentofits cost. A vinyl window replacement increases resale value by 71.2 percentofits cost. A wood window replacement increases resale value by 73.3 percentofits cost. A backup power generator increases resale value by 52.7 percentofits cost. Why Remodel Meanwhile, you and your family can enjoy the comfort and savings that these improvementsprovide. For example, the backup Home remodeling and improvement projects add value to a home and many recoup more than half of their cost when it’s timeto sell. power generator, also known as a standby or home generator, can offer your family peace of mind during emergencies and natural disaster. During a power outage, standby generators provide a seamless supply of power using a transfer switch and power management system. This lets you run appliances such as sump pumps, air conditioners, heaters, refrigerators, clothes washers, dryers and lights. “Any time a homeowner can choose a remodeling project that increases the home’s livability while also recouping a large chunk of the project investment it’s a great idea,” said Amanda Grandy of Briggs & Stratton, one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of home standby generators. Further Facts To learn more about standby generatorsor to find a dealer, visit www.briggsandstratton.com /us/en/generators.
