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Home renovations are incredibly popular and many people will renovate their home in some way during ownership. Some people renovate to modernize a home, some to fix a faulty system and some do it to help it look better. There are even some who will renovate their homes in an effort to increase their value.
Spring is a wonderful time for renovations as the winter season is over and people are itching to improve their homes. However, not every renovation is the best for the spring, while others are perfect for the season. With that in mind, this blog post is going to look at a couple of great home renovations that you should consider this spring.
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Consider Adding Energy-Efficient Appliances
Being energy-efficient is something every homeowner should strive for. Not only is it good for our environment, but it can also save you money. One of the best things you can do in regards to being more energy-efficient is to add some energy-efficient appliances to your home. Things that can be replaced by an energy-efficient option include washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers, just to name a few.
These energy-efficient appliances often use much less energy and water than traditional options. This can save you a lot of money in the long run. In addition to energy-efficient appliances, you can also consider utilizing a green energy plan.
Add Some New Art or Decor
After a long winter with a severe lack of color in your environment, spring is a time all about colors. While you can paint your walls, sometimes an easier and more affordable way to add some color to your home is to add new art or decor. There are hundreds of different options from canvas painting, landscape photos and a variety of other wall-worthy art you could add to your home.
If art isn’t your style, adding some flowers or other bright and colorful decor can help your home really pop. Another positive about art and decor is that they can easily be changed once you’re no longer fond of them.
Renovating Your Yard and Outdoor Space
Spring is also the ideal time to complete renovations in your yard and within the outdoor spaces of your home. If the ground is full of snow or it is frigid out, you won’t be getting a lot done outside. Spring provides a great temperature for getting things done outside, without it being too hot or too cold.
There are literally hundreds of different options and choices for how you want to renovate or freshen up your outdoor space. What you end up doing in your yard will depend on your budget, your space, how much time you have and your preferences. Some people may go all out and completely redo the landscaping and fencing. But others might simply add or fix up a few things here and there.
Repairing or Repaving Your Driveway
Most people don’t think about their driveway too much, but they should. Your driveway takes a beating during the winter with all of the snow and salt that gets dumped on it. Also, water can leak down and once it freezes, it can warp and crack your driveway. While a few cracks here and there don’t generally cause for concern, there will be a time where you need to repair or repave your driveway.
Spring is the perfect time to look at your post-winter driveway and see how it is holding up. Sometimes it will be fine, and sometimes it might simply need a top coat or some sealant. But after many years, there is a good chance your driveway will need to be replaced. This can be a long process at times, between demolishing your previous driveway and repaving your new one. Doing it in the spring will ensure it is done once the cold weather of fall and winter come back.
Fixing Up Your Roof
Just like your driveway, your roof can take a lot of damage in the winter due to snow, wind, and hail. However, getting work done on your roof in the winter isn’t that common. No worker wants to be up there in the cold making repairs. As a result, springtime is perfect for doing any roofing maintenance that you are responsible for.
This could be replacing shingles, fixing the roofline or just ensuring everything looks good and your roof is ready for next winter. Also, take this time to see if any rooms feel drafty and if so, consider adding additional insulation in the attic or wherever possible. This will keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Making Sure Your Gutters are Functional
Another thing many people might forget to maintain and check is their gutters or eavestroughs. However, these are incredibly important, especially in the spring. Springtime generally means a lot of rain in many areas and if your eaves are clogged or not functional, it could lead to water pooling around your home, which is not good in the slightest.
Once winter is over, get up on a ladder or get on your roof and clean out your eaves. Remove all of the leaves and other debris from them, so that the rainwater flowing through them has a clear path away from your home. Of course, ensure your downspouts are pointing away from your home, to keep water away from the foundation.
In conclusion, the 6 renovations mentioned in this article are great options to consider this spring. They can add value to your home and generally make it a more joyful and exciting place to be.
