From Fixer-Upper to Forever Home

If you have recently purchased your forever home then to save yourself a bit of money you could have bought a fixer-upper. This is common practice as you can then spend some time putting your own personal stamp on the property. If you are in need of some inspiration on what sort of renovations you could carry out, then take a look at the article below. 

Consider Your Budget

One of the very first things you need to do is work out what sort of budget you are playing with. The money you save on buying your new home could be going towards these renovations, but how much is that. There is no real point in paying a fortune on renovations if the outcome is the same cost as buying a move-in ready home. However, when it comes to working out your budget, write everything down. If you write it all down then you know exactly where you stand with your bank balance. It also gives you the chance to prioritize which projects you are wanting to do and get out of the way first. 

Head To The Roof

If you are buying an older property, then something you will need to check is the roof. If your roof is damaged then you can quickly begin to experience more serious complications. A damaged roof can let in water when you least expect it, that is why a roof inspection is a must. If you do notice anything strange or out of place then contact your local roofing company to come and survey the situation. A leaky roof can show up by water marks on your walls, ceilings, or floors. 

Change The Floors

How are your floors looking? If you don’t like them or they are not fit for purpose, then you can easily change them. There are pros and cons to different types of flooring, so you need to weigh up which options are best for you. It may be that you currently have carpets but want hardwood flooring. While carpet is harder to look after with stains and marks, it is generally great if you live in colder climates. Hardwood floor is super easy to clean but feels a lot colder than carpets. Head to your local flooring showroom and gauge an idea of what you want to put down. Whichever option you go for, you will need a good quality underlay. 

Paint The Walls

Now, how about your walls? This is something you need to look at whenever you are home, so they need to look nice and not be an eyesore. The previous occupants may have been quite out there with their decoration choices, so it may be a case of you correcting this. When it comes to your walls, the plainer is sometimes the better. They are much easier to manage and you can touch them up every couple of years when they become grubby. If you currently have painted walls and would prefer wallpaper then look online for some inspiration. You might decide to incorporate both of these choices, have a wallpapered feature wall and then paint the others.  

Replace The Windows

Have you started noticing a cold breeze flowing through your home, even when you have the heating on? This may be down to your windows being old and needing to be replaced. Windows typically have around a thirty-year lifespan, after this time is when they start degrading and not protecting your home from the elements as they should. 

If you do want to replace your windows then you will need to speak with the experts at a reputable window company. They may have special offers if you are replacing all of the windows, and maybe even some doors. Give them a call once you have found the perfect one to use. 

Add Space 

Are you struggling for space in your home? If so, then you may wish to expand the space or add to the existing space you are playing with. There are a few options here, you could convert an existing space, such as a loft or basement. You could also add to your home, potentially to the side or above. Decide which options will work best for you and then get in touch with renovation contractors to see if they can help you achieve your dream home.

Refit The Kitchen 

One thing that is on everybody’s list of things to do within their home is the kitchen. Generally, kitchens come with a basic fit, which may or may not include integrated white goods. If you aren’t keen on what you have then you can make it better. The kitchen is the heart of the home and you may be spending a lot of time in there, so it needs to be fit for purpose. This means all of the connections need to work and be reliable, get in an electrician or gas engineer to ensure everything is working correctly. 

You may wish to add an island, if your kitchen has enough space. You can also install a big american refrigerator for all your yummy food and drink. If you don’t want to spend a fortune on the actual kitchen then you can simply repaint the cupboards. Take them down, paint them, let it dry, add new handles, and hang them back up. Voila! You have a brand-new kitchen at a fraction of the cost. 

Sort The Garden 

Lastly, once you have sorted everything inside of your new home. How about you head outside to the garden? The last thing you want is to have a great looking interior and then the garden let everything down. You may have an idea of what you want the final project to look like, for instance, astro turf and a gorgeous fence matching your color choices. If you aren’t able to do this yourself then you could contact a local landscape gardener to do this for you. 

So there you have it, we hope this gave you some ideas of what you could tick off your list. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day so don’t expect your home to be completed overnight. Perfection takes time and that is likely what you are aiming for with your home renovations.