Top Home Upgrades to Boost Your Sale Getting ready to list? Realtors¨ agreeŃthese projects can increase appeal and selling price. Most Recommended Pre-Sale Projects: Ą Paint the entire home. Ą Refresh a single room with new paint. Ą Install new roofing. Top Projects for Cost Recovery: Ą Upgrade to a steel or fiberglass front door. Ą Renovate closets for added functionality. Projects With the Highest Demand: Ą Upgrade the kitchen. Ą Replace the roofing. Ą Renovate the bathroom. NOTE... New roof appears twice on the list and is highly recommended AND in high demand.