Awesome Home Upgrades That Are Worth Your Money

 
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Home renovations can be incredibly expensive. Whether it’s an extensive renovation where you’re knocking down walls and changing the actual layout of the room, swapping out the furniture or landscaping your garden, these can be time-consuming and expensive projects. If you’re going to invest any money into a home project, then we highly suggest that you take into consideration some impactful updates that won’t break the bank.

Updating your lights

While not a very expensive investment, replacing or updating your lights can actually have an impact on the appearance of your home. Lighting is easy to swap out these days and there are plenty of options including LED bulbs that offer smart home technology. This allows them to connect to nearby devices through the internet and gives you control over their color and brightness through a mobile device. These days, light fixtures and lightbulbs are more than just a necessity, they serve as entertainment as well. In my home office, I have the Nanoleaf light squares that change color, light up to music and you can even play games with it!

Lighting is critical to a room in many ways but the right lamp, fixture, and placement can change a room from stark to warm and inviting.  

 

Landscaping your garden

Curb appeal brings life to the exterior of your home and can make a home appear welcoming to guests. A few shrubs and flowering plants make a big difference, it helps make neighborhoods look more welcoming and it may even help with the energy efficiency of your home by insulating it from the searing heat of summer. If you’re the type of homeowner who sees the value of great landscaping but you’re not sure where to start, you should work with reputable landscaping companies like VistaScapes LLC.  A professional landscaping company will help you with the best layout for trees and shrubs, they’ll know the best plants for your zone, and help you with long-term care.

 Installing A Pool

When you are landscaping the garden, consider whether you have space for a pool. Adding your very own private swimming pool transforms your garden into a luxury space. Even though it is a big investment, it’s definitely worth it when summer arrives and you can cool off in your backyard. As long as you work with an experienced swimming pool builder, you can manage the cost of the installation well and make sure that you come in on budget. However, it’s important that you are realistic about the size because you don’t want the pool to take up the entire outdoor space. 

Having a pool in your garden can make the property far more attractive to potential buyers. It’s also an investment that you can enjoy while you own your home; you can create new memories in your new space. However, it’s important that you keep up with pool maintenance because a run-down pool that is filled with algae is a huge red flag when people view the property. If you’ve never had a pool, it’s important to learn how the systems work and ensure chemical levels are balanced. You can also hire a pool company for maintenance during the first year and learn from the pros.

Painting your home

Color can have a drastic impact on your home and changing the paint is arguably one of the cheapest and most dramatic transformations for your home. You can paint virtually anything indoors and outdoors to make drastic changes to the appearance of your home. For instance, the interior walls and ceilings can be painted a different color to help reflect light and add a sense of minimalism.

Alternatively, you could even paint certain rooms a darker and more intimate color to increase the sense of comfort. There are lots of small DIY painting tips that you can follow for greater results. However, we do suggest that you hire an expert or an experienced home painter if you’re not feeling up to the task or you have hard to reach places that can pose a safety risk.

Getting the most for your money always feels great, and with these impactful home upgrade ideas, I hope that you’ve been inspired to make some cost-effective changes to your home that can really elevate the look and comfort of your home.

Angel Piontek