As someone who always sees a silver lining, now could be a great time to tackle those home or yard projects you’ve wanted to get to someday. Particularly if you might be thinking of making a move in the next couple of years. Here are a few upgrades or repairs to consider:

Outside and Exterior

• Fix or replace anything that is damaged or worn such as patio and deck, gutters and eaves, windows, shutters, screens, storm doors, light fixtures, porches and steps, walkways and fences.

• Touch up all exterior paint - particularly anything that is peeling.

• If needed, re-paint the house.

• Fix doorbells, tighten loose doorknobs and oil squeaking hinges.

• Clean or paint front door and polish front door hardware.

• Replace “Welcome” mat.

• Begin Spring garden clean up! Rake and clear out any leftover fall/winter debris! Toss any broken yard furniture or decor

• Clean out the garage or garden shed!

Inside the House

• Fix or replace cracked moulding or floor tiles.

• Repair any leaking plumbing, taps and or loose toilets.

• Tighten and repair loose door knobs or squeaky door hinges.

• Tighten toilet seats.

• Repair closets or screen doors that are off their tracks.

• Update bathroom lighting and hardware.

• Repair or replace loose caulking or grout.

• Rent a dumpster and tackle a major home cleanout! Great time to recycle or toss those items that have accumulated.

• Replace your home thermostat with a programmable or even a "smart” one such as Google Nest or ecobee.

Looking for more ideas on which home improvements or projects that the most marketable? Give me a call!