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D.I.Y Sales Increase

Gill - Head Gillian Bell Apr 8, 2020, 14:00 PM
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The housing market may be quieter but there has been a huge increase in spending in the DIY/home improvement market, according to GfK, as many of us take this time to do projects in our homes.


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All this DIY will prove beneficial to those considering moving once the lockdown has lifted. 76% of prospective buyers are put off by cracks, marks and stains according to Sell House Fast.



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In 2019 the NAEA found 98% of homeowners had improved their homes within the past 5 years, with redecorating (72%) and garden makeovers (40%) being the two most popular improvements.



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Doing home improvements at this time will not only keep us active and provide a focus, it will help sell our home too.
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