3 Home Improvement Projects Perfect for Winter
Cooler weather is on its way, and with it, you’ve probably noticed some things around your home that need improving. Not only do you want to ensure your home is ready for winter, but you may also need a home improvement project to keep you busy when it’s just too cold to go outside. Here are three of the best home improvement projects to do this winter for the coziest abode on the block!
3 Home Improvement Projects for Winter
1. Seal Off Any Air Leaks
Did you know that by sealing air leaks around your home in places like the foundation, attic, and windows, you can reduce airflow loss by up to 25%? That’s a ton of energy savings over time and will help in both the summer and winter months with heating and cooling costs. This is especially important with winter coming. Air leaks can lead to heat loss, making it difficult to keep your home warm throughout the colder months!
So, how can you tell if you have a leak? You may feel a draft in certain areas of your home. This indicates that a crack is letting air through. You can also turn on all the lights in your house and walk outside during the night and look for light shining through crevices. Whether you put weather stripping around windows and doors or fill those cracks with a leak sealer, you’ll have a big payoff this winter.
2. Add More Insulation to Your Home
Along with sealing off any air leaks, adding insulation to your attic, foundation, and even your HVAC ducts is definitely a home improvement project that will ensure your home is ready for winter.
Not only will you save money on your utility bills, your home will feel cozy and warm. Plus, you could even improve your home’s overall value. Be sure to consult a professional to help determine the right type of insulation material to use and where your house needs it the most.
3. Paint a Room for a Refresher
You might be stuck inside during those cold, cold days. If so, choose projects that give you a huge bang for your buck while also being easy to do indoors. Painting walls, trim, cabinets, and furniture, for example, can change a drab, dingy house into a breathtaking beauty.
Perhaps your kitchen and bathroom could use a pick-me-up. Sometimes a simple fresh coat of paint is enough to transform any room! And if it’s a project you keep putting off because you don’t have time or you’re too overloaded with outdoor home improvement projects, painting is the ideal project to put off until winter when you have more flexibility to commit to it.
Or maybe your tween is becoming a teen, and his or her room needs an update. Paint is a fantastic solution. Plus, it could be a fun family project to do together when the weather outside is frightful. Pick out paints together, roll out the painting tarp, pop open the buckets, and get to work! If you really want to let your kid express their creativity, break that age-old rule of “don’t color on the walls!” and let them paint a custom mural in their room.
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No matter what your home improvement needs are, HFS Financial is here to help you find the financing you need to get the job done. Whether you have exterior projects like new roofing, siding, or even building a swimming pool, or an interior project like remodeling a kitchen or bathroom, HFS Financial can match you with home improvement loan options that best fit your budget. Our loan options fund directly to consumers, so there’s no waiting on the bank. Plus, when you apply through us, there’s no negative impact on your credit score for inquiry.
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