I have listed below the 20 things you need to consider when doing a home renovation, it will help you increase your home value.

1. Enhance Decks with Lighting - DIY low-voltage lighting systems are easy to install and don't require any special skills. They're much less dangerous than standard household wiring because they rely on a transformer plugged into a standard GFCI receptacle. The extra visibility will even add a certain level of safety.
2. Install a Kitchen Backsplash - You can install a backsplash in just one weekend. Plan on installing the tiles on Saturday and grouting and sealing them Sunday.
3. Upgrade Kitchen Lighting - Kitchens are the new multi-purpose room. They can be a workstation for kids and adults, or a gathering space for family meals. It's easy to come up with a custom solution to suit your family's needs  and the restraints of the existing wiring.

4. The Biggest Bang for your Buck - A fresh coat of paint instantly updates and transforms the interior of your home. Grays are back in vogue, and create a neutral palette that lets your decor really pop. The average price tag of a gallon of one-coat paint is around $38.

5. Loose Fill Attic Insulation - Insulating attic insulation is one of the best home investments, often times recouping its entire cost in added value to the home. Insulating an attic will also save money on energy costs and lead to a reduction in smoke and carbon monoxide emissions from your home.

6. Steel Door Replacement for Entryway - A steel entry door makes a statement when potential homebuyers go into your home.

7.Manufactured Stone Veneer - A manufactured stone veneer project remains high on the list of valuable home updates and It provides a modern look at an acceptable price.

8. Minor Kitchen Remodel - People can go wild with kitchen remodeling projects, but it’s not necessary. A minor kitchen remodeling project recoups more of the cost than a major one.

9. Garage Door Replacement - Garage door replacement is important for both aesthetic appeal and project cost recovery.

10.Fiberglass Entry Door Replacement - A fiberglass entry door replacement was among the expensive remodeling tasks that paid for themselves almost entirely.

11. Siding Replacement - Appraisers are looking at the structural elements of a home as part of their valuation and siding is one of the most important pieces to consider.

12. Window Replacement - Compared to vinyl, wood costs more on average and recovers its costs less frequently. Wood has a little greater cost per square centimeter than vinyl when compared to the other materials, but vinyl and wood have equivalent recover rates.

13. Universal Design - universal design is gaining traction among baby boomers who'd rather continue to live in their homes. Universal design involves reworking a home so it functions for wheelchair mobility and adds safety features like grab bars in convenient places.

14. Roof Replacement - One of a home's most crucial components is the roof, therefore repairing roof issues and replacing them as needed is a significant project that potential buyers will note. Additionally, it proves to be a decent investment.

15. Deck Addition - A wood deck addition falls on the inexpensive side of remodeling projects, but it’s one of the more valuable.

17. Smart Home Technology - A growing number of homes are being equipped with smart gadgets. A market research company called Statista discovered that 33% of houses already have one connected gadget, and that percentage may increase to 60% by 2021. Even leaks in your water heater can be found with these intelligent gadgets.

18. Simple Fixes and Details - Simple improvements, like changing a home's lighting, not only offer the place a fresh appearance, but also demonstrate the level of maintenance that has been done. Small details should be highlighted because buyers pay attention to them. Window washing is an easy way to quickly brighten up the house.

19. Cover Up Wear by Repainting Walls - Replace those holes in the wall from hanging items by painting. Experts suggest using neutral colors when painting rooms.

20. A Finished Basement Increases Value - A finished basement raises the value of a house right away. The cost of the additional usable square footage is typically less than that of an addition.