Budget-Friendly Home Maintenance Projects
Whether you are considering putting your home on the market or want to improve the condition and appearance of your home for yourself, there are many options. If you’re on a budget, you’re in luck. There are several projects you can take on that will fit your finances. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
A Fresh Coat of Paint
You might not be able to paint your entire house, inside and out, but you can paint according to your budget and make a difference in the appearance of your home. Consider painting the front door and the window trim to make them pop. If you have a deck, you should consider giving it a fresh coat of paint. You can also paint one room at a time, over a period of months, as they will likely be different colors anyway. Kitchens and bathrooms are good places to start. Other things to consider painting include:
Window boxes
House numbers
Mailbox
Fence
Front porch and stairs
A fresh coat of paint can enhance the curb appeal of your home and give the inside a facelift.
Clean the Gutters
Gutters play an important role in the maintenance of your house. Gutters allow water to run off the roof to the ground, which keeps your roof from collecting water which will cause damage to it and the house. Regularly cleaning your gutters doesn’t cost much, except time. In addition to cleaning your gutters, you want to make sure that the downspout is also clear of debris, allowing water to run freely through. An easy way to unclog your downspout is to insert your garden hose and spray, which will loosen the debris. You may choose to install a gutter guard, which will help to prevent debris from building up in your gutters. This is convenient and will reduce the amount of cleaning you need to do, but it is optional. Cleaning your gutters regularly will save you from future repairs that may be caused by water damage.
Upgrade Lighting
If you’re looking to make a noticeable change around your home, lighting can be a budget-friendly, but noticeable improvement. You can change the fixtures, the type of light bulbs, or both. You can refresh the kitchen, bathrooms, living room, entrance, exterior of the house, and even the basement area simply by adding brightness or dimming things down. The lighting in a room can make or break how people feel when they enter. Living rooms should have cozy lighting, while you may want to go brighter in the kitchen. With so many fixtures available, you can find ones to suit your personal style.
Upgrade Landscaping
You don’t have to bulldoze your yard and start from scratch in order to upgrade your landscaping. Taking care of your lawn by mowing it on a regular basis is a good start. If your lawn has brown spots or is completely dry, you should consider a plan to revitalize it, which includes aerating, fertilizing, and watering. If worse comes to worst, you may want to replace the grass, which can cost approximately $2 per square foot. The good news is that it should last 10 years or longer when it is maintained properly. Remove weeds and dead flowers from your garden and plant new colorful flowers. Choose flowers that will thrive in your climate. Prune trees and shrubs so that they aren’t overgrown and messy looking. Your lawn and garden won’t need extensive investment if you keep them low-maintenance and do regular upkeep.
If you don’t have a lot to spend on giving your home a facelift. There are budget-friendly maintenance projects that will make a difference. Sometimes, the smallest changes around your home can make the biggest impact.
