Here is a professionally formatted Home Improvements List that you can present to an estate agent during your valuation.
In the 2026 market, agents aren't just looking for "luxury"—they are looking for efficiency, flexibility, and reduced maintenance. Use this structure to ensure you get full credit for the work you’ve put into your home.
Home Improvement Disclosure List
Property Address: __________________________________________________
Date of Valuation: __________________________________________________
1. Energy & Efficiency Upgrades
In 2026, energy efficiency is a primary value driver. Highlight even the "invisible" work.
Insulation: [e.g., Loft insulation topped up to 270mm in 2025 / Cavity wall insulation installed]
Heating System: [e.g., New A-rated Combi Boiler installed March 2024 / Full service completed Feb 2026]
Glazing: [e.g., Triple-glazed units added to rear extension / All window seals replaced 2025]
Lighting: [e.g., 100% LED bulb conversion throughout the property]
Smart Tech: [e.g., Nest/Hive Smart Thermostat / Smart Energy Monitor installed]
2. Structural & Maintenance Work
Show the agent that the "heavy lifting" is already done.
Roofing: [e.g., Ridge tiles repointed and 10 slates replaced in Jan 2026]
Damp/Timber: [e.g., Full damp-proof course with 20-year guarantee (Certificate attached)]
Electrics: [e.g., Modern RCD Consumer Unit fitted 2024 / External power points added to garden]
External: [e.g., Driveway jet-washed and re-sanded / Gutters and fascias professionally cleaned]
3. Lifestyle & Aesthetic Enhancements
Focus on how the house "works" for a modern 2026 buyer.
Kitchen/Bathroom: [e.g., Cabinets professionally resprayed / New quartz worktops / Re-grouted tiles]
Home Office: [e.g., Bedroom 3 converted to a dedicated workspace with built-in shelving and CAT6 cabling]
Flooring: [e.g., High-durability LVT flooring fitted in hallway and kitchen (2025)]
Connectivity: [e.g., Full Fibre (FTTP) broadband installed with 1Gbps capability]
Strategic Summary Table for the Agent
Use this table to help the agent compare your home against local "standard" properties.
| Feature | Your Upgrade | Buyer Benefit |
| EPC Potential | Solar-ready / Fully Insulated | Lower monthly bills; easier lending. |
| Work-from-Home | 1Gbps Fibre / Silent Office | High appeal for Leeds/Manchester commuters. |
| Parking | EV Charging Point Installed | Future-proofed for the 2030 transition. |
| Maintenance | 10-Year Guarantee on DPC | Peace of mind; smoother survey results. |
Agent's Quick Reference Pack
Check off the items you have ready for the agent to take away:
[ ] Copy of the current EPC
[ ] Boiler Service Record (Last 12 months)
[ ] FENSA/Certass certificates for windows
[ ] Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
[ ] Proof of any Building Regulations for extensions/conversions
Pro Tip: Handing this list to the agent at the start of the valuation allows them to walk around with these "value-adds" in mind, rather than trying to remember them at the end.
