Home Project Resolution Ideas for 2018
It’s the start of a new year and time for new goals and resolutions. Are there home projects you’ve been wishing to improve or putting off for years? Make 2018 your year to accomplish those. Start saving, planning, and putting aside money and resources right now to have enough to quickly execute any of these home upgrades and renovations by the time the late spring and early summer arrives, and it’s prime time to start renovating. Here’s a list of 6 ideas to help give you inspiration on home improvement options this year.
Unfinished Basement Renovation
Do you have an unfinished or outdated basement? If the square footage is already there, take advantage of it. While basements can be convenient storage spaces, they make even more convenient entertainment spaces. Use your basement for spare bedrooms, offices, project spaces, or a recreational area for the kids. Other ideas include adding a home theater, wet bar, or family room – all of which look great if you go to list your house. While this can be a costly renovation, the standard return on renovated basement costs is reported at 90%.
Roof Replacement
If your roof needs an upgrade, it might not be too noticeable, but it’s important. If it is noticeably worn, it’s definitely time to replace the roofing. Not only does a new roof give your entire house a fresher appeal, a recently replaced roof looks great to homebuyers. Old roofing can lead to leaking and further damage to both the interior and exterior of your home if it gets out of hand. Another reason to upkeep on your roof, particularly if you’re trying to sell, is that you run the possibility of mortgage companies not lending money for homes if the roof shows signs of wear and damage.
Deck, Patio, or Porch addition
Adding some kind of extra outdoor space to your home, like a deck, patio, or porch not only gives you more space to work with, but it adds to the curbside appeal of your home. As much as a deck addition could be considered an aesthetic renovation, it’s equally useful. Use that space for an outdoor entertainment area for barbecues, outdoor furniture, places for your pets, etc. The quality of an outdoor living space is often near the top of people’s priority list when looking for a home and is a great addition to your home while you’re still living there.
Attic Insulation
Re-insulating your attic comes up frequently on many lists for all types of home renovation, and for good reason. While it might not seem like the most exciting home renovation project, it’s by far the one that will save you the most money in the long run. Especially in the winter, your attic can be the largest problem of releasing warm air from your home, causing your power bill to rise drastically.
Door, Home Exterior, and Entry Way
No matter how beautiful the rest of your house is, a sub-par home facade can leave a lasting impression on whoever is walking up to your door – guests and potential home buyers alike. That’s why it’s so crucial that these elements are well-done to gain you money in the long run. Replace your front door to a newer door that compliments the exterior of your home, or a wood door, or take the extra step and freshen up your porch, windows, and doors by replacing old awnings. Repaint the exterior of your home, or consider replacing the vinyl siding.
