Tackling some or all of these 10 home improvement projects will improve the look and efficiency of your home without breaking the bank.
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Seal gaps and cracks on exterior of house
Cost: Less than $25 in caulk.
Benefit: Savings of 10% to 20% on heating and air conditioning bills.
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Replace return air filters every 1-3 months
Cost: $20-$40 a year.
Benefit: Extends life of heating/cooling equipment, saves on energy.
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Paint exterior shutters
Cost: $20 to $40 for gallon of exterior paint.
Benefit: Improves curb appeal and increases resale value.
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Replace hardware in kitchen or bathroom
Cost: Drawer pulls start at around $2 each; towel bars at $10.
Benefit: Gives room updated look at minimum cost.
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Add a paddle ceiling fan
Cost: $35 and up.
Benefit: Greater comfort and lower energy bills in summer and winter.
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Repair cracks in patio, walk, or driveway
Cost: $2-$5 a tube of concrete patch caulk.
Benefit: Extends life of concrete and prevents erosion under slab.
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Replace torn window and door screens
Cost: Around $15 for screening and new spline.
Benefit: Spruces up house and makes open windows bug proof.
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Update room light fixtures
Cost: $25 and up.
Benefit: Modernizes a focal point of rooms.
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Replace damaged weather stripping and thresholds
Cost: $5 to $15 for weather stripping, $10 to $25 per threshold.
Benefit: A seal at doors and windows can save 10% in energy costs.
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Brighten up a room with paint
Cost: $15-$35 a gallon for interior paint.
Benefit: Changes the look of a room at minimum cost.
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Can you give tips on how to pick out contrasting color shades to complement rooms?
#14 CPR
Check, Patch, Repeat.
$5-10 of duct tape, feather,wet finger.
seal that duct work.Turn on the AC or furnace,run the feather over the duct work if the feather moves or wet finger gets cold or warm-patch it-repeat.This tip will save hundreds.
John Cannamela
http://www.infraredsurvey.com
The quickest way to change a room is add color and that can be anything frome the paint on the walls to the pictures you hang. Every object adds interest and color is vital.