The winter blues – they’re no joke! Winters in this part of the country are cold, wet, gray and dreary, and getting outside isn’t something you can do very often, much less something you want to do. Because of this, winters out here are a time for dreaming and list-making; some of these dreams are easily accomplished, while others require extensive planning, research and resources. If you’re like most homeowners, your dreams are of the latter kind, as they fall into the “home improvement” category.
Home improvement is something that a lot of people dream about during the winter, namely because, being stuck inside for so long, they notice things they typically wouldn’t when they’re coming and going. The wall color is too dark, the lighting isn’t right, the floors slant slightly to the east and was the draft always that bad? If you’re having similar thoughts right about now, maybe it’s time to stop dreaming and start doing.
If you start planning your spring and summer home improvement projects now, you’ll not only save yourself the stress of trying to find a contractor with any remaining time available, but also, you’ll save money because you’ll have plenty of time to gather a few different estimates. Furthermore, you’ll be able to prioritize what needs to be done now versus what can wait until fall or next winter.
With that in mind, here are some home improvement projects to think about and start planning for:
1.Install New Insulation
I know, I know, this one isn’t very exciting, but if you’re sitting there reading this right now, and you’re bundled up under a blanket even though your heater is on high, then this is a project you seriously want to consider getting done before next winter. Installing new insulation is not something you should tackle during the winter months, because you need all the insulation you can get then to keep your house warm; it’s also not something you want to do during the summer either, because you need the insulation to keep your house cool. Now, installing new insulation during the spring is ideal, as spring temperatures are typically mild.
While having proper insulation throughout your entire home is ideal, we understand that sometimes the budget just doesn’t allow for such a large scope of work. That is why we always recommend at least having your attic properly insulated. Your attic is the first line of defense against all weather, and should be the most heavily insulated area of your home. While code requires you to have 8 inches of insulation, we suggest at least 16 inches. This will go a long way to keeping your house warm/cool (depending on the season), and it will cut your heating and air costs significantly.
Our painting and remodeling team can install insulation for you at an affordable price. If you want to tackle this project this spring, set up your FREE ESTIMATE with us today so we can get you a quote and schedule a start date now, before our schedule fills up!
2.Replace Windows
Old windows – as cool as they might look – aren’t very energy efficient, as they can let in a draft so great it almost feels like a breeze is coming through your home. If you’re looking to cut costs on bills this year, to value to your home and improve its appearance, replacing your old windows with new, energy efficient ones, is the way to go.
Now, replacing all of your windows at once can be costly, running between $400 and $500 per window, plus $100-$200 for installation. The good thing is that you don’t have to replace all of your windows at once to start receiving the benefits. Even if you replace two windows at a time, you’ll start to notice a difference. To reap the greatest benefits right away, start with the windows that let in the most draft. These will either be your oldest windows, or the windows on the side of the house that receives the most wind. Or, if you’re planning to remodel your entire home, replace the windows as you redo a room. I.e. if you remodel your master bathroom this spring, replace the windows at the same time. When you remodel your kitchen, replace the windows…You get the drift.
At Liberty Paint & Construction, LLC, we can help you replace your windows for an affordable price. Contact our team today and we’ll come out to give you a FREE ESTIMATE at your earliest convenience.
3.Repair Your Roof, Gutters & Downspouts
Even a single rough rain and snow season can wreak havoc on your roof, gutters and downspouts, but several years of rough weather and no repairs? You’re asking for some major structural damage if you don’t do something about it soon. If you need a new roof, consider getting architectural asphalt shingles installed, as they have long warranties (50 years), are affordable, attractive and relatively easy to install. At Liberty Paint & Construction, LLC, we can repair your roof or give you an entirely new one – just contact us for a FREE ESTIMATE you can start budget planning now!
If you need your downspouts or gutters cleaned or replaced, we can also do this. In fact, this is something we can do on any nice day of the year, so if there is a nice weekend coming up, contact us now to book it before it’s full!
4.Paint
Whether you want the interior of your home or the exterior painted, spring and summer are the seasons to do it! We don’t really need nice weather to paint the interior of your home, unless you feel more comfortable having all the windows open while we paint. However, all paints these days aren’t dangerous, and don’t cause the respiratory problems typical of older paints, so painting indoors, with just a fan going, is completely safe. Furthermore, we work during regular work hours, and can get your home painted and aired out before you get home, if that’s something you’re interested in doing!
Now, the exterior of your home cannot be painted during the wet months. Humidity needs to be low, and the weather warm, for the paint to set correctly; otherwise, it will peel within months. Our paint and construction company is currently conducting FREE ESTIMATES for residents looking to get the exterior of their homes painted this spring and summer.
Last but not least, if you want your cabinets redone, we recommend waiting until the warmer months, as we need an outdoor workspace in order to sand and stain. We also need at least a week of consistently nice weather, that way we do not have to drag the doors in and out throughout the entire project.
Like I said a few times, we’re already meeting with homeowners to give them FREE ESTIMATES, and many are scheduling the work now so as to ensure they get it done this spring. If you want to get ensure that you get your home improvement projects done this year, contact us today to schedule your FREE ESTIMATE.
Home improvement is something that a lot of people dream about during the winter, namely because, being stuck inside for so long, they notice things they typically wouldn’t when they’re coming and going. The wall color is too dark, the lighting isn’t right, the floors slant slightly to the east and was the draft always that bad? If you’re having similar thoughts right about now, maybe it’s time to stop dreaming and start doing.
If you start planning your spring and summer home improvement projects now, you’ll not only save yourself the stress of trying to find a contractor with any remaining time available, but also, you’ll save money because you’ll have plenty of time to gather a few different estimates. Furthermore, you’ll be able to prioritize what needs to be done now versus what can wait until fall or next winter.
With that in mind, here are some home improvement projects to think about and start planning for:
1.Install New Insulation
I know, I know, this one isn’t very exciting, but if you’re sitting there reading this right now, and you’re bundled up under a blanket even though your heater is on high, then this is a project you seriously want to consider getting done before next winter. Installing new insulation is not something you should tackle during the winter months, because you need all the insulation you can get then to keep your house warm; it’s also not something you want to do during the summer either, because you need the insulation to keep your house cool. Now, installing new insulation during the spring is ideal, as spring temperatures are typically mild.
While having proper insulation throughout your entire home is ideal, we understand that sometimes the budget just doesn’t allow for such a large scope of work. That is why we always recommend at least having your attic properly insulated. Your attic is the first line of defense against all weather, and should be the most heavily insulated area of your home. While code requires you to have 8 inches of insulation, we suggest at least 16 inches. This will go a long way to keeping your house warm/cool (depending on the season), and it will cut your heating and air costs significantly.
Our painting and remodeling team can install insulation for you at an affordable price. If you want to tackle this project this spring, set up your FREE ESTIMATE with us today so we can get you a quote and schedule a start date now, before our schedule fills up!
2.Replace Windows
Old windows – as cool as they might look – aren’t very energy efficient, as they can let in a draft so great it almost feels like a breeze is coming through your home. If you’re looking to cut costs on bills this year, to value to your home and improve its appearance, replacing your old windows with new, energy efficient ones, is the way to go.
Now, replacing all of your windows at once can be costly, running between $400 and $500 per window, plus $100-$200 for installation. The good thing is that you don’t have to replace all of your windows at once to start receiving the benefits. Even if you replace two windows at a time, you’ll start to notice a difference. To reap the greatest benefits right away, start with the windows that let in the most draft. These will either be your oldest windows, or the windows on the side of the house that receives the most wind. Or, if you’re planning to remodel your entire home, replace the windows as you redo a room. I.e. if you remodel your master bathroom this spring, replace the windows at the same time. When you remodel your kitchen, replace the windows…You get the drift.
At Liberty Paint & Construction, LLC, we can help you replace your windows for an affordable price. Contact our team today and we’ll come out to give you a FREE ESTIMATE at your earliest convenience.
3.Repair Your Roof, Gutters & Downspouts
Even a single rough rain and snow season can wreak havoc on your roof, gutters and downspouts, but several years of rough weather and no repairs? You’re asking for some major structural damage if you don’t do something about it soon. If you need a new roof, consider getting architectural asphalt shingles installed, as they have long warranties (50 years), are affordable, attractive and relatively easy to install. At Liberty Paint & Construction, LLC, we can repair your roof or give you an entirely new one – just contact us for a FREE ESTIMATE you can start budget planning now!
If you need your downspouts or gutters cleaned or replaced, we can also do this. In fact, this is something we can do on any nice day of the year, so if there is a nice weekend coming up, contact us now to book it before it’s full!
4.Paint
Whether you want the interior of your home or the exterior painted, spring and summer are the seasons to do it! We don’t really need nice weather to paint the interior of your home, unless you feel more comfortable having all the windows open while we paint. However, all paints these days aren’t dangerous, and don’t cause the respiratory problems typical of older paints, so painting indoors, with just a fan going, is completely safe. Furthermore, we work during regular work hours, and can get your home painted and aired out before you get home, if that’s something you’re interested in doing!
Now, the exterior of your home cannot be painted during the wet months. Humidity needs to be low, and the weather warm, for the paint to set correctly; otherwise, it will peel within months. Our paint and construction company is currently conducting FREE ESTIMATES for residents looking to get the exterior of their homes painted this spring and summer.
Last but not least, if you want your cabinets redone, we recommend waiting until the warmer months, as we need an outdoor workspace in order to sand and stain. We also need at least a week of consistently nice weather, that way we do not have to drag the doors in and out throughout the entire project.
Like I said a few times, we’re already meeting with homeowners to give them FREE ESTIMATES, and many are scheduling the work now so as to ensure they get it done this spring. If you want to get ensure that you get your home improvement projects done this year, contact us today to schedule your FREE ESTIMATE.