With 2024 around the corner, it is time to think of New Year’s resolutions, and when it comes to them, we mostly think of common resolutions about ourselves. It could be exercise, personal items, daily habits, or diet. However, most of these fall by the wayside in a few weeks. For an individual, one of the biggest assets is their home, and adding value to the same has a huge financial impact. It can be intimidating to think of a home improvement project as soon as you embark on a new year. But if you plan and budget well, you can find many ways to increase the home’s value without breaking the bank. Here are a few things you should do in the coming year to make your home look beautiful and increase its value.
Add curb appeal
The professionals at Van’s Hauling who offer services of concrete removal in Phoenix state, “Several people think that a profitable home improvement is only made in the bathroom or the kitchen, but you can get the most out of your investments when you work on the curb appeal.” The entrance to your home will leave the first impression, and you can make it look the best by replacing the front door or sprucing up the façade by replacing your concrete driveway. If it is just the door and a new mailbox, you could take the help of your family members or do it yourself. However, when it comes to removing concrete from your home, you might want to talk to a professional.
Handle the small repairs
All homeowners face a big issue of deferred maintenance. When you pile up the small tasks and leave them undone, they will start to multiply and could end up becoming a major home repair. This could cost you thousands of dollars when you finally take it up. If you have a long list of small repairs to handle, tackle them and get it done once and for all. You might have to set aside a weekend for the same or add them to your calendar and handle one repair a week.
Have a maintenance schedule
After you have handled all the small repair tasks, you need to ensure that a long to-do list doesn’t occur once again. You can create an ongoing maintenance schedule that could be simply working on the yard, checking the paint, or even fixing the appliances. The best way is to preschedule a fall and spring inspection so that your home is taken care of in extreme weather.
Work on the lawn
One of the biggest resolutions you can take this year is to get the lawn in shape. If you are fortunate enough to have a beautiful lawn in your home, you need to ensure that it is in the top condition. Most of us tend to fall behind on lawn care, and if you can get the help of a landscaper, they can help get the greens back in shape in no time. You can also add new trees and plants to the garden. Add a tub of seasonal flowers or create a planting bed and transform the outdoors.
Make smart upgrades
Now is the time to make smart home improvements to add value to the home, and to improve your way of living. Even if you do not plan to sell the home anytime shortly, smart home upgrades will make your life comfortable and convenient. You might want to invest in an integrated smart home system or maybe a smart doorbell, security camera, or a smart lock. If you are not ready to spend a large amount at one time, you can resolve to add new smart upgrades to the system every season to transform the way your home looks.
Add a coat of paint
The easiest way to transform a home or a room is with a fresh coat of paint. You can start with a small room or consider going bigger by transforming the kitchen through a painted cabinet.
Handle the fixtures
There are a few minor upgrades that can change the way the home looks. One of the easiest ways to update the finishes and fixtures is to start with the light fixtures. You can change the switch plates or get new cabinet pulls. You will not need a professional to help you with the same, and they can be the most affordable and easy-to-handle updates you can begin with.
Make a different type of resolution this year and transform your home. It will not only become a beautiful place to live in but will also increase the value of your home. You might want to start small and continue handling the repairs and maintenance throughout the year while keeping a check on everything you’ve invested in.
This story originally appeared on Upscalelivingmag
