Discover How Railing Design Can Boost Your Property Value

Like most homeowners, you probably consider the return on investment (ROI) when you make changes to your home. From a big-ticket kitchen remodel to simply sprucing up your front porch with some seasonal plants, improvements enhance your property value. 

If you're considering railing installation or replacement, you'll want to discover how railing design can boost your home's value. When you opt for designs made from high-quality low-maintenance materials, you can boost your value even more.

The array of options in today's railing market can be confusing. From wood, vinyl, steel, aluminum, glass, or composite, which type yields the most significant ROI? This guide will help you understand the impact of the railing's design on home resale value and describes the reasons why more homeowners are choosing cable railing over other railing types. 

You'll find out how a railing upgrade increases home value, and how railing can enhance your curb appeal. You'll also learn about safety and code compliance, the role of durability, railing designs for various property types, and the initial cost vs. your return on investment. That's a lot to cover so let's get started!

Why Railing Design Impacts Property Value

In today's real estate market, potential buyers are looking for clean, modern, low-maintenance, long-lasting designs like cable railing. An outdated design or a poorly maintained railing can turn away potential buyers, thus reducing your home's overall value.

How does railing design affect your home's value?

• Function – Building codes typically require railing to be installed around decks, porches, terraces, stairs, and other raised areas to prevent falling and injury.
• Deteriorating or poorly installed railing can be a serious safety hazard, diminish curb appeal, and lower your home's value.
• Cable railing is known to be one of the safest railing designs on the market.
• Aesthetics – But a functional railing may not be enough to boost your property value. Aesthetics matter too. 
• Railings that compliment or accent a home's architecture directly add to the home's curb appeal – a significant factor when selling a property. 
• If the railing design is outdated, obstructs a view, or clashes with your home's design, it will detract from your curb appeal and property value.

Aesthetic Upgrades: Enhancing Curb Appeal

Railing becomes an integral part of your home's architecture. It makes sense – a beautiful railing will add to your home's beauty while a poorly designed or badly maintained railing will detract. Here are some key reasons why:

• Real estate pros know that curb appeal not only attracts potential buyers but it can also justify a higher asking price when it's time to sell. Of all the railing designs available today, there really isn't anything that boosts curb appeal as much as cable railing. 
• The clean, modern, open sightlines of cable railing make a home feel larger and more expansive. However, a home doesn't need to be contemporary for cable railing to enhance it. From modest coastal cottages to rambling mountain lodges, cable railing pairs effortlessly with various architectural styles.  
• A major plus of cable railing is that it allows the viewer to see beyond the railing and out into the surroundings – a real plus when there are beautiful views to enjoy. Wood, vinyl, and composite railing can cause the eye to stop at the railing, therefore obscuring the view.
• Scan our gallery to appreciate how clean, modern, open cable railing enhances surroundings and views, thus elevating curb appeal.

Safety and Compliance: Building Codes and Property Value

Whether you're replacing the railing or planning a new installation, you must comply with local building codes. Code-compliant railing improves the safety of your property, a key selling point during home inspections.

Cable Bullet makes it easy to build a code-compliant railing. Our railing meets strict requirements for height, load-bearing, and spacing. A well-designed, properly installed cable railing gives buyers peace of mind, which further increases your property's perceived value.

The Role of Durability in Long-Term Property Investment

It's easy to see how durability equates with long-term property value. A durable railing withstands wear and resists breakage, deterioration, and damage. A railing that's designed to last for a long time will increase the value of your home. 

Materials used in cable railing, like stainless steel and aluminum, are resistant to corrosion, wear, and weathering. Cable railing's long-lasting and durable materials ensure long-term use paired with safety and low maintenance. 

With minimal upkeep, cable railing has maintained its appearance and safety functions for decades. Without a doubt, the beauty and durability of cable railing make it a smart long-term property investment.

The Impact of Railing Design on Perceived Home Quality

In addition to materials, railing design strongly influences curb appeal. A well-designed railing gives a potential buyer the confidence that they're looking at a quality home. In particular, cable railing's modern, sleek design enhances a home's architectural style which powerfully resonates with buyers. 

Unique, custom railing and cable railing designs demonstrate that a homeowner has invested in high-caliber design and has paid attention to detail. Buyers are left with a strong positive impression that the home is high quality and well-maintained when they see sophisticated, state-of-the-art cable railing designs.

Railing Design for Different Property Types

From suburban homes to coastal properties or high-end custom homes to urban dwellings, homeowners who choose cable railing will enjoy increased curb appeal and higher resale value.

• Suburban Homes: Many suburban neighborhoods value maintaining architectural integrity.
• When cable railing is installed on a suburban home, the subtle modern railing can elevate the home while still allowing it to blend in with the surrounding homes.
• For suburban homes in HOAs, cable railing is often approved because of its quality and clean design aesthetic. The low-maintenance aspect will also save you time on up-keep.

• Coastal Homes: The corrosion-resistant qualities of stainless steel cable railing makes it a superior choice for beach homes and coastal properties. 
• Wood railing can be tempting, the corrosive nature of salt air and ambient humidity make wood railing a high-maintenance choice. High maintenance is time-consuming and costly.
• With long-lasting durability and easy low maintenance, cable railing is truly one of the top choices for beach and coastal properties. 

• Custom Homes: Cable railing enhances the luxurious feel of custom and high-end homes.
• Luxury homes are often set in environments with beautiful views. While wood and composite railing tend to close in a deck or terrace, capturing those extraordinary views is guaranteed with cable railing.
• Cable railing makes a luxury home stand out in premium markets.  

• City Homes: An industrial loft, a vintage home, or a contemporary high-rise – cable railing design is the ideal complement. 
• Cable railing design aligns perfectly with industrial lofts and even vintage homes. 
• Nothing complements contemporary urban design like cable railing.

Cost vs. Return on Investment: Is Cable Railing Worth It?

It's certainly true that some railing types are less expensive to install than cable railing. However, homeowners should always consider their return on investment (ROI) when calculating cost. 

While wood railing runs from $20 - $60 per linear foot installed, and lower-cost vinyl runs from $25 - $60, cable railing costs between $40 to $180 per linear foot. Factors that go into the cost of cable railing include:

• Total linear feet and shape of your project.

• Handrail height.

• Number and length of cable spans.

• Number of corner and end posts.

Although cable railing costs more upfront, homeowners enjoy a higher return on investment (ROI) than with other railing types. This is because cable railing lasts much longer due to employing durable stainless steel and aluminum materials, is far less costly to maintain, and is much less prone to damage. 

A report by realestatedepot.com explains that while cable railing costs more upfront, the benefits over time result in a smart long-term investment that adds value to your home. Adding value to your home means that you'll be able to sell it for a higher price. And while your home is appreciating in value because you chose cable railing, you get to appreciate the beautiful aesthetic features and safety of cable railing on a daily basis!

Upgrade Your Railings with Cable Bullet for Maximum Property Value

If you're ready to replace or install a new railing, increase your curb appeal and home value with Cable Bullet's modern, code-compliant systems. Cable railing happens to be one of the most popular choices among today's homeowners – not only for its state-of-the-art design, safety, and durability but also because of its high ROI.

Investing in high-quality railing may cost more upfront, but it can make a significant difference in the resale value of your home. Explore Cable Bullet's product range now! Once you've reviewed our various cable railing systems, it's fast and easy to request a free estimate. 

Our experts are ready to help you choose the right cable railing system design that will maximize your property value and your return on investment. Get in touch with us today!