Home upgrades can feel like a lot of work. Many homeowners find the planning, the expense, the dust, and the time just too much. However, these upgrades keep it simple. In fact, you can be enjoying the results in just a matter of days.
Toilet
When looking for simple home upgrades, the first spot you should look is your toilet. You may not realize it, but that toilet in your bathroom could be using as much as a few gallons of water per flush. Newer models, on the other hand, use as little as 1.1 gallons per flush. As an added bonus, many cities offer rebates to customers who ditch old toilets for more efficient models.
Programmable Thermostats
Now that your bathrooms are no longer wasting quite as much water, next is a simple but effective power saving solution: programmable thermostats. Sure, while a standard thermostat can keep your home comfortable, it isn’t able to save you energy and effort at the same time. A programmable thermostat will turn your home’s HVAC systems on and off as you need. Higher-tech models can even connect to your smartphone, so you can adjust your home’s temperature if you’re running late or getting home early.
Sliding Patio Doors
If on the other hand you’re looking for a way to make a small space look larger, then upgrade your patio doors to sliding glass doors. They make even the smallest room feel spacious. Additionally, sliding glass doors instantly make dark rooms look brighter, let in more depression-fighting sunlight, and make it easier to keep an eye on children playing in the backyard.
Kitchen Cabinets
Next, take a quick look at your kitchen cabinets. These cabinets take quite a lot of use and abuse. If they look terrible but are still in good shape, then consider refinishing or painting them. Remember, the cost of kitchen upgrades almost always goes back into the value of your home. If you do need to replace the cabinets completely, it will be worth it.
Window Treatments
Finally, examine the window treatments in each room. The blinds or curtains in a home are generally installed and then never touched again. East and west facing rooms should have heavier curtains to keep heat out during summer months. Additionally, please replace aluminum or vertical blinds with more stylish options.
You’ll be amazed at your home’s transformation after just these few upgrades. Best of all, your home will be more efficient, your home’s value will have increased, and the projects are budget-friendly. Informational credit to Golden Windows Ltd.
