Summer is the best time to work on improving your home. The weather is pleasant, the days are longer, and the kids are home for the summer. Here are six summer home improvement ideas to keep your home in great shape.
Gardening
Planting a garden is one of the most rewarding home improvement ideas. Grow vegetables or flowers in your backyard. A well-cared-for garden boosts property value by adding a desirable feature to the home. You’ll also save money by growing your food.
Rent a Power Washer for Summer Home Improvement
Power washing is one of the quickest ways to see an immediate improvement in your home this summer. You will be amazed at how much better the pool deck, porch, walkways, and siding will look in just an afternoon’s work. Power-washing doesn’t require much investment either; you can rent a machine by the day or week at your local hardware store.
Summer Home Improvement: Declutter
Spend a weekend cleaning often-neglected areas like the basement and the garage. Clutter accumulates in these areas, taking up precious space in your home. With a little effort, you can turn cluttered spaces into livable areas and could make a small profit selling unwanted items through apps like Facebook Marketplace.
Drain the Water Heater
Draining your water heater isn’t a task you would immediately associate with home improvement, but it is a simple task that helps maintain the appliance. Sediment settles in water heaters that will slow the flow of hot water through your house. Regularly draining your water heater will remove the sediment. Your showers and sinks will heat up faster, resulting in less wasted water and savings on utility bills.
Re-Stain Outdoor Wood
Your deck and fence are exposed to harsh weather in the winter and may start to look dull and worn without proper maintenance. A weekend spent applying stain to the wooden deck, and patio furniture will make them look new. The sealant will protect the pieces from the elements for the coming year.
Summer Home Improvement: Replace the Windows
Poorly sealed or old windows can cost you a fortune because of higher heating and cooling bills. A new set of well-sealed, double or triple pane windows will improve your ability to control the temperature in your home. This improvement is better left to professionals and can be costly but comes with a considerable return on investment.
Summer home improvement projects are the best way to keep your property looking great. Tackle a few DIY projects and get the kids involved with gardening and decluttering. Everyone can pitch in to get the house in excellent shape.
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