Future Proofing Your Home and Why It’s Important

The building activity in Australia hit its peak early this year. Despite all the challenges the industry has faced over the past couple of years, it has managed to perform well. Thousands of new properties were built, and more are currently underway. However, some experts worry that this could also reveal some problems that were not noticed early on.

Who knew that we would go through such as crazy time in 2020? We should have already learned our lesson and not just save for a rainy day but also future-proof our investments.

The central concept of future-proofing is anticipating what the future holds and developing specific methods that could minimize the impact of events such as stresses and unpleasant surprises. For instance, if you choose to invest in property, there must be features that could future-proof your home or business from the pandemic, climate change, and remote working to increase its value down the road.

What kind of future-proofing features should your home have? Here are some examples.

Split type Air Conditioner
One of the most asked about features in a home as of late has to do with the ventilation of a property. Ventilation has become crucial for many ever since the pandemic began. For instance, because we all have to live knowing that COVID is here to stay, there must be a way for a house or a property to isolate a human being in one room, and the chances of other rooms that would be affected are slim. A multi-split air conditioner helps with that problem. With this, the air is not recirculated throughout the unit or the apartment block, so it's much safer.

Smart Home Upgrades
Smart home devices have indeed made things much easier at home. People have become dependent on these devices, so many are looking for smart home-ready apartments or residences where appliances can be connected to a system that lets you control and automate tasks wherever you are. All you need is an internet connection and a mobile phone. Some popular smart home upgrades include robot vacuums, smart lights, and smart home security systems. Google Assistant, Amazon, and Apple Homekit also allow you to program your devices to perform multiple tasks.

Heating and Cooling System Upgrades
The best way to future-proof a home is to find efficient ways to sustainably minimize the environmental impact. For instance, focusing on the systems that typically have the most considerable effect on the energy you consume – the heating and cooling systems. When the systems installed in your home become inefficient, they become unreliable, leading to high bills and maintenance costs. Make sure you install an updated system to ensure comfort during warm and cold weather.

Good Insulation
An effective way to future proof is to think about adaptability. When you opt for building something substandard just to save money, the danger is to reap the adverse effects later on. Homeowners nowadays look for comfort, and it's not just about getting the most excellent furniture and smart devices but also good insulation by getting double-glazed windows instead of single glazing. Double glazing doesn't get condensation which prevents asthma and mould.

The world has become so unpredictable, and builders must choose to develop structures built to last for a long time. Resilience is something that buyers look for. So given the financial challenges induced by the pandemic, creating homes adaptable to different climates ensures a long-term increase in value.