From the most traditional to the not so commonly thought of, listed below are six trending improvements that you can make to your home.
Is 2020 the year you commit to finally getting those needed renovations completed, or does your home simply need some safety reinforcements? Maybe you just want to give your home a facelift?
No matter your need, read on to see how each of these six suggestions is a great way to update your house this year.
1. Landscaping
While you might think landscaping only makes your yard look better, you ought to know it does bring value to your home, too. You could invest in perennials to bring color to your yard year in and year out. Maybe you should put out pine straw in your garden beds to stop weeds from growing. Whichever landscaping choice you make, you will undoubtedly see the value.
2. Septic Services
You might not think of septic services when you consider ways to update your home. However, this a decision that you should always be cognizant of making. Depending on what type of system you have, your system might need to be checked every year or every three years. If issues are found, you should not worry. You can always find a solution that will meet your budget and needs.
3. Rental Add-ons
Are you trying to find a way to make some extra cash? If you have adequate space, you should definitely consider a rental add-on. You can either build a small unit on your property or make one with your current home. For those of you that know how to use the tools needed and have the time on your hands, you should really consider creating the add-on yourself. If you need to find someone to handle this update for you, you should easily be able to find a company or contractor that can take care of the job for you.
4. Kitchens
If looking to add more value to your home, you should consider updates to your kitchen. You have so many ideas to consider when doing this. You can do complete overhauls of your kitchen or you can make one-off improvements like updating an appliance. For every $100 you spend toward updating your kitchen, you will see at least an $80 return on your investment. Even just updating one thing such as the flooring or the countertops will make a big difference on the appearance of your kitchen.
5. Wiring
With wiring, you are not just adding an update to your home. You are ensuring your home is safe for everyone that lives in it. When was the last time you had your wiring inspected and replaced? If you have a rental property, you should update the wiring in that home every five years. If you are the dweller in the residence, then your home needs to be updated every ten years. You can make this a DIY Project or hire someone for the job.
6. Master Bedrooms
You have wanted to create that oasis, and you are finally ready to do it. While other parts of your home have taken precedence, you now wish to get the master bedroom update completed. Consider updating the carpet to something beautiful and soft, getting new furnishings and repainting. You will get a great return on your investment through a master bathroom update, and you will undoubtedly add more comfort to your home.
Make 2020 the Year Updates Finally Get Completed
Take the time today to prioritize your needs if you haven’t already. Be realistic with your budget, but don’t settle for something you do not want. Shop around or see if you can handle the work yourself. No matter which way your update happens, you will benefit from making one or more of the updates listed above.