Home Projects to begin today!
As someone who always sees a silver lining, now could be a great time to tackle those home or yard projects you’ve wanted to get to someday. Particularly if you might be thinking of making a move in the next couple of years. Here are a few upgrades or repairs to consider:
Outside and Exterior
Fix or replace anything that is damaged or worn such as patio and deck, gutters and eaves, windows, shutters, screens, storm doors, light fixtures, porches and steps, walkways and fences.
Touch up all exterior paint - particularly anything that is peeling.
If needed, re-paint the house.
Fix doorbells, tighten loose doorknobs and oil squeaking hinges.
Clean or paint front door and polish front door hardware.
Replace “Welcome” mat.
Begin Spring garden clean up! Rake and clear out any leftover fall/winter debris! Toss any broken yard furniture or decor
Clean out the garage or garden shed!
Inside the House
Fix or replace cracked moulding or floor tiles.
Repair any leaking plumbing, taps and or loose toilets.
Tighten and repair loose door knobs or squeaky door hinges.
Tighten toilet seats.
Repair closets or screen doors that are off their tracks.
Update bathroom lighting and hardware.
Repair or replace loose caulking or grout.
Rent a dumpster and tackle a major home cleanout! Great time to recycle or toss those items that have accumulated.
Replace your home thermostat with a programmable or even a "smart” one such as Google Nest or ecobee.
Looking for more ideas on which home improvements or projects that the most marketable? Give me a call!
