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When finally embarking on the house remodel you’ve been putting off for a while, you can’t help but focus on details¦lots of costly details. Whether you’re thinking about how to increase the square footage in your home, or just some bathroom updates, those particulars of home renovation and design are all you can think about. To get some ideas you read home design magazines and browse through remodeling books, watch all the HGTV shows, and talk to friendly experts. You list what you want and then go from there¦you find yourself comparing the length of your to-do list with the width of your wallet. So just how are you supposed to make the best choices to get the biggest bang for your buck?

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Naturally we all consider the day-to-day needs of our families first. Addressing those priorities by putting them at the top of your list is a no-brainer. Aging-in-your-home modifications come to mind when thinking about inevitable renovations to your house that are obvious needs. You can count on the premise that these improvements, when constructed with well-considered design and style, will increase your property’s resale value when it’s time to sell your home. An experienced and reliable home remodeling contractor located nearby in Orange County will help you come to terms with those necessary improvements to your house.

Some home renovations may appear as wants on your list but will actually be smart additions that add value. For example, those energy efficiency windows you were pondering can save money on your electricity bill while also updating your home. New styles of windows, with better insulation characteristics, can be placed to your advantage on your walls to use the wind currents outside decreasing the need to turn on your a/c. In addition, energy efficient windows will keep the cooler air inside during the summer months while in the winter allow the heat to stay inside when it is cooler outside. In the long run, whether swapping out your windows or replacing appliances, energy efficiency is key to reduce your utility costs since your family’s use of electricity isn’t going to decrease until you get creative.

Ionian Bay_23792_32Another example of wantsthat bring value-added goodness when renovating your home would be some kitchen cabinetry upgrades that bring your old kitchen up to the 21st century in valuable style. We know that a custom kitchen brings a huge increase to the resale value of your house. Potential buyers respond well to a dream kitchen. When you can transform that kitchen (that’s seen too many years) into an amazing area that draws attention and admiration from everyone who steps into it, then you’ve accomplished yet another goal.

Perhaps items you just wantare instead innovative ways that serve to accomplish your long term goals. Differentiating between what you need and what you want isn’t such an easy task but it is vital when considering your budget. Just remember that home renovations can work out for both your short-term and your long-term goals and are well worth the effort involved to give them proper consideration.

 

 

 

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HOME RENOVATION: NEEDS VS. WANTS was last modified: December 28th, 2019 by admin