{"id":7451,"date":"2022-11-22T15:16:05","date_gmt":"2022-11-22T13:16:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peexpress\/load-shedding-hacks-that-add-value-to-your-property-20221122\/"},"modified":"2025-02-26T11:45:44","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T09:45:44","slug":"load-shedding-hacks-that-add-value-to-your-property-20221122","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peexpress\/load-shedding-hacks-that-add-value-to-your-property-20221122\/","title":{"rendered":"Load shedding hacks that add value to your property"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The increase in load shedding stages for longer periods has
\ncaused many buyers to add \u2018load-shedding friendly\u2019 to their property wish list.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regional Director and CEO of RE\/MAX of Southern Africa, Adrian Goslett says
\nthat upgrading some features in the home could minimise frustrations and add
\nresale value to the property. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny fixed features that homeowners add to the property
\nthat make it more self-sustainable and less reliant on the national power
\nsupply will most likely increase the property\u2019s appeal to future buyers,\u201d he
\nacknowledges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help homeowners avoid some of the frustrations of
\nload shedding, RE\/MAX of Southern Africa share the below tips on which load
\nshedding features can add value to any home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a solar geyser<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Often
\nmore affordable than doing an entire solar panel roof, a solar-powered geyser
\ncan ensure that there is always hot water, even during a prolonged power
\noutage. You may cut your water heating costs by up to 90% with a solar geyser.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t need a mains connection and considerably reduces your energy bill.
\nSolar geysers continue to heat your water even on cloudy days using free and
\nrenewable energy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upgrade to gas appliances<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best time to switch to gas cooking is probably right
\nnow if you want to keep your regular mealtime schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If there is a power
\noutage, you can still make your coffee in the morning using a stovetop kettle.
\nAccording to stove experts, gas stoves have become a popular choice as they are
\na clean and efficient way to cook. Considered a fixture in South Africa, the
\noven and stove will go with the sale of the property, which makes this a
\nvalue-adding feature for future buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Battery-Powered Security Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Power
\ndisruptions offer criminals the ideal cover, so it is crucial to make sure that
\nyour security system, garage doors, and gate are all operational during a power
\noutage. A backup battery is an essential component in every security system.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To
\nkeep your property lit for security purposes, add rechargeable outdoor
\nlighting, solar lights, or even battery-powered lights. Rechargeable LED bulbs
\n(which can also be used indoors) function with the help of an internal battery,
\ncharging itself when switched on during the availability of a power supply. As
\nsoon as the electricity is disconnected, this bulb springs into action and
\nbrightens up the spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIf you want advice on how to make sure your load-shedding
\nupgrades actually add value to the property, get in touch with your nearest
\nRE\/MAX Office. As experts in their local markets, they\u2019ll be able to shed some
\nlight on what buyers might be willing to pay for a more self-sustainable home
\nin your area,\u201d Goslett concludes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n