5 Fixes to Consider During Your Home Renovation

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Renovating your home can be an exciting opportunity to get creative with your home improvement skills. However, it can be difficult to cross everything off the renovation checklist—minus any errors or omissions. However, once you’ve made up your mind about renovating your home, it’s important to see it through to the end regardless of the effort and time it involves. The end result will be incredibly gratifying.

When sprucing up your home’s interior and exterior, also consider a few fixes and upgrades. These could include simple tasks like switching to LED lighting or more resource-intensive tasks like resurfacing the driveways with resin. 

Before you begin the process, here are 5 fixes you can consider adding to your home renovation checklist.

1. Wiring Upgrades

One of the main reasons for electrical fires is the addition of circuits to outdated wiring. If you live in an old property that has not replaced the electrical wires in years, take this as your sign to get them fixed. 

Giving your electrical wiring a complete overhaul is necessary because old add-on wiring may be incompatible with modern appliances and electrical devices. This incompatibility has the potential to create a fire hazard. Moreover, home insurance companies may not cover a home with wiring issues or old wiring. 

During renovation, ask your electrician to check for exposed metal wires, wiring coming in contact with insulation, unsoldered and exposed splices, and old fuses. 

Upgrading your electrical wiring is also a great selling point for potential buyers, if you’re looking to sell your property in the near future. Buyers prefer well-maintained homes and an electrical wiring upgrade means that you’ve made efforts to preserve your property’s safety. Keep your home safe and secure by replacing or upgrading the wiring and other electrical components.

2. Roof Repairs

Giving your home a makeover is not limited to its interior; you may need to pay attention to the exterior elements and give it a much-needed aesthetic and functional boost. If you’re not ready for a complete exterior overhaul, you can still make small improvements that could make a big difference.

Begin by fixing your home’s roof. The roof is not just a protective layer securing your property from heat and water, but also important for your home’s curb appeal. You may think visitors may not notice your rooftop’s missing tiles, loose shingles, and worn-down look of your rooftop; but they do.

Repairing or replacing your roof can improve its overall appearance and add significant value to your home. A quick roof fix can enhance the aesthetic appearance of your property and give an impression that it is cared for.

3. Switch to LED Lighting

This may not seem like a major renovation upgrade at first, but switching your existing lighting to LED can make a huge difference. LED lights run cooler and on lesser power than regular incandescent light bulbs and generate brighter light. Besides, LED lights are now more affordable than ever with a variety of colours and tones to jazz up your home.

Choose a warmer colour that suits skin tones without creating a glaring effect. LED lights require less power to run, and will save you money on your energy bills. They generate low heat, making them a safe addition to homes with children and pets. Moreover, they last longer than traditional light bulbs, which means you don’t have to replace them often. 

Switching to LED lighting elements can be a win-win situation for you.

4. Improve the Insulation

Insulation makes living in your home feel comfortable all year round while reducing your energy bills. Good home insulation can plug all crevices and cracks and prevent heat or cool air from escaping. Consider repairing or improving the insulated materials added to your home’s walls, roof, and floors.  

A lesser-known benefit of upgrading or fixing your home’s insulation is keeping out unwanted noise. You enjoy a quieter and more relaxing abode, away from the ruckus outside. Inadvertently, this small upgrade can make your home stand out from the rest in the property market.

5. Upgrade Gutters and Downspouts

Gutters are far from the most glamorous element of your property, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore them. A blocked or damaged gutter system can wreak havoc in your home causing water issues and accumulating rainwater. Attending to your gutters and downspouts is an important exercise to include in your renovation task list.

Ask plumbers to check for clogging or damage in the gutters and arrange for them to be cleaned or replaced completely. When your gutters and downspouts are well-maintained and functioning properly, they improve drainage, prevent water damage, protect your home’s foundation, and redirect rainwater away from your property.

This is one key renovation fix you simply can’t ignore to reduce maintenance headaches and preserve your home’s value.

Final Thoughts

A home is a valuable property that involves a significant investment even after its purchase. Whether you’re upgrading your living space or sprucing up your property to put it on the market, renovation activities ensure you take care of your home and protect your investment. 

There’s no limit to what you can improve and upgrade during your home renovation. And it’s never too late to invest in the upkeep of your home, so why not start planning today?

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