Summer is typically reserved for vacations, festivals, and lots of bright, sunny weather. These warmer months of the year also serve as a great time to give your home some much-needed TLC.
Managing the health of your home is important, and you don’t have to do it alone! Whether you’re a first time homeowner or have years of experience, our mortgage experts have tips to make your money and mortgage work for you. Here are some helpful home improvement ideas to consider as we enter summer.
Summer Outdoor Essentials
While you may spend most of your time inside your home, the outside of your home is the first thing guests or potential buyers will notice. Here are our exterior project recommendations to upkeep the exterior of your home this summer:
Focus on the Front Door — It’s the gateway to your home. At a minimum, make sure it’s free of dirt, insects, and cobwebs. Additionally, a quick fresh coat of paint can make a big difference. Consider a splash of color to liven up the facade of your home.
Pull Out the Power Washer — The steps, the doorway, the backyard patio, the fence, the siding. All of it can use a little love during the hot summer months. This affordable trick can make a noticeable impact quickly.
Gut Your Gutters — Due to falling leaves at the end of the year paired with spring showers, your gutters may have become clogged with leaves, small limbs, dirt, and other debris. A preventative cleaning can save you from additional pains down the road, such as basement flooding or too much weight bending and damaging your gutters.
Repair or Rehab Your Roof — We know roofing is expensive. Yet, a leaky roof can end up costing you much more than the maintenance to fix it or even replace it. Call a trusted professional to check the health of your roof.
Finish Your Front Porch — Adding flowers, foliage, and simple decor can draw in your guests and potential buyers, if you’re thinking about selling. Grabbing some mulch, landscape rocks, or even new house numbers at the hardware store are cost-effective ways to improve your property’s outward appearance.
Summer Indoor Essentials
Summertime packs the heat, and we want you and your home to stay cool all season long. Here are our tips for home improvements you can do without breaking a sweat:
Pick Out Plants — Gardening doesn’t have to be an outdoor-only activity. Not only will indoor plants add a fresh aesthetic, but they can help with air quality, as well.
Change Your Colors — Summer is an energizing season for many, so use that newfound motivation to give your house a makeover. Newly painted walls can give a new vibe to a room and add additional value to your house when you look to sell in the future.
Dust Off Your Dryer — Not all lint gets caught in the trap, and some particles make their way into your dryer vent. Cleaning the vent is an important safety precaution and will reduce the time your dryer has to run, saving you money!
Replace Air Filters — Air filters help to trap dust, pollen, and other pollutants. Replace these regularly to maximize air circulation and keep your HVAC system in good health.
When it comes to improving your home, Elements is ready to be a partner every step of the way. Let’s talk. You supply the ideas, and we can supply the home equity loan or line of credit to make your dreams a reality. Contact us.
This information is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, tax or financial advice. Consult with your tax, legal or financial adviser before taking any action.
