5 Home Upgrades Worth Considering

There are countless alternatives available when it comes to home improvement. While many
homeowners have their hearts set on a complete renovation (hello five-star kitchen with the
newest and greatest equipment and gadgets), straightforward home improvements that can
be made quickly and affordably often provide the best return on your investment.
If you want to improve your home, whether by hiring a qualified contractor or doing it yourself,
think about the following suggestions:

Change the Hardware. If a complete kitchen or bathroom overhaul is out of the budget, don’t
write these rooms off your list just yet. By simply replacing the hardware (drawer pulls, knobs)
and faucets, you can create an entirely different look. If you’re feeling really audacious, and in
the mood for a more drastic effect, you can even paint the cabinets. Or, dress up the kitchen
with a decorative backsplash that ties the whole room together.

Add a Little Paint. Do all the rooms in your home blend together because they’re painted the
same color? Painting an accent wall is a great way to help a room ‘pop.’ Whether it’s in the
kitchen, living room, dining room (or any other room in the home), an accent wall is a simple
way to incorporate a color you love into the space without going overboard. If you’re content
with the walls just the way they are, another popular alternative is to paint the ceiling.

Update the Entryway. An inviting entryway is just as important for creating a good first
impression among visitors as it is among prospective buyers. Wow your guests—and even
your family—with an updated facade. From (re)painting the front door to incorporating vinyl
door decals to welcome visitors in style, updating the front of your home is a surefire way to
create a welcoming environment.

Install Hardwood Floors. Hardwood floors are a popular choice among homeowners looking to
update their space, and with a little elbow grease and know-how, avid do-it-yourselfers can
complete the look with their own two hands. Tongue-and-groove flooring that fits together like
a puzzle is a safe bet for anyone looking to get their hands dirty in home improvement projects
this season.

Add a Porch/Patio. Whether they’re semi-enclosed, attached to the home’s front entrance or
built at ground level, the addition of a porch/patio extends a home’s living space. From adding
value to your home to upping its curb appeal, if you have the space, this is one project you
should move to the top of your to-do list.
No matter what type of home improvement project you choose to undertake, it’s important to
remember that it’s okay to call in reinforcement, especially when it comes to projects you
might not be able to tackle on your own.

“When considering completing any home improvement project, you should consider the value
of hiring a general contractor,” says Lance Malcolm, chief operating officer of Contractor
Connection. “An experienced contractor can be the difference between keeping the project
moving forward smoothly or being delayed.”

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JUAN MESTRE
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