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Homeowners: Wintertime Home Improvement Projects
If you've been searching for Alexandria homes for sale, you've probably noticed that many of them are already equipped with modern conveniences and ways to keep your household nice and toasty during the winter months. You're probably already aware that these properties, in addition to many Arden Hills homes for sale, are also chock-full of energy-saving features as well.
Every home at some point, however, can benefit from a bit of an upgrade. Since the colder months of the year have finally arrived, you may want to start thinking about what types of upgrades and repairs you can get done while staying inside more often. To help you out, we've compiled a few of our favorite wintertime home improvement projects.
- Get the Interior Painted
It's amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do for the interior of your home. If this is something you've been putting off for a while or you feel that it's time to have a family discussion about, then go for it. Since you're likely to be spending more time indoors, this could be a perfect project for the entire family (or you can pay professionals and call it a Christmas present – that'll be our little secret). - Seal Cracks and Gaps
Heated air that escapes through small cracks or gaps around your home will force your HVAC system to work harder than it should, not to mention letting in dust, insects, and other things. You can identify problem areas – doors, windows, garage, basement, attic, foundation, etc. – by looking for a draft or hiring a professional to perform a whole-house audit. Depending on their severity, these trouble spots can be fixed with caulking, spray foam, or weather-stripping.
- Upgrade Your Kitchen
Since your kitchen is such an important part of the celebrations taking place during the holidays, why not give it a bit of an upgrade? If you want to do something simple, switch out the current lighting with something new and stylish such as track lighting. Or, for a much bolder transformation, you can purchase a new appliance or install a kitchen island. - Switch to LED Lights
If you're looking for an extremely simple way to improve your home during the winter, then make sure to put upgrading to LED lights on your checklist. LED lights use considerably less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs and even more than CFL bulbs. They also last for 25,000 hours or more, which means that fewer will end up in landfills, thereby allowing you to save money and be environmentally conscious at the same time. - Install a Smart Thermostat
You've probably noticed that today's modern homes typically come equipped with a programmable thermostat. You can go a step further by installing a smart thermostat. Not only will this allow you to set the days and times during which your heating or cooling system is on, you'll have options such as energy usage reports, wi-fi remote access, local weather info, and more. - Add Some Insulation
If your home doesn't seem to retain heat very well, and you find yourself turning up the thermostat a little too often, then you may not have enough insulation. The goal is to have your attic's R-value (thermal resistance) at R-38 or for the insulation to be between 10 and 14 inches, depending on the type of insulation you use. If what we said sounded like gibberish, simply call a professional to get it checked out.
Counselor Realty can help you find your dream home. Call today if you'd like to learn more about wintertime home improvement projects or ask about any of our available properties.