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With the arrival of the fall season, there is more than a change in the weather. There is often a change in the seriousness of most people. Children go back to school, while grownups try and put the summer vacations out of their minds and move on to the next projects. For the DIY homeowner, that will involve some home renovation projects in anticipation of the cold winter months. These five jobs should be among your top priorities as the fall months get you back unto focus.
1. Window replacement. If you are wondering why you are having so many problems in the winter and summer months, you might as well look to your old windows. Replacing them will immediately change how things feel in your home. Your comfort level can often be affected greatly by the quality of your windows. On top of that, you can control how light hits each room and how your home looks from the outside. There are countless types of window styles that are on sale in the different window stores.
2. Insulation check. What is that draft you have been feeling as the weather gets a bit chillier? What was the uncomfortable heat you were feeling in the summer? If you haven't looked after it, it very well might be the insulation in your home. You have to get that in check before the winter comes on or things will get very uncomfortable. Start in the attic and work around to all the windows and basement of your home.
3. HVAC overhauls. Having your HVAC system prepped for winter is an essential. You might as well get going in the fall on this project. Have your filters changed and have a technician take a look to see what else might be up for renovation. If you noticed anything less than top performance during the summer months, you want to get your work in before the winter arrives. The fall is the perfect time to do it.
4. Kitchen renovations. Wintertime means it is time for the holidays, which means there will be a flurry of activity in your kitchen. Meals become very involved and everyone wants their drinks to be cold or hot, as appropriate. Take some time to review the state of your appliances and stove. The last thing you'll wan is for that holiday meal to be ruined because of some old, malfunctioning stove.
5. Tub and shower modifications. There is nothing quite like a nice, hot shower in midwinter. You should make sure that your tub and shower are ready to go when you head into that time period. Make sure the fixtures are working properly and not wasting water. Seal up any spaces in the shower door or in the bathroom tiles themselves. You don't want any drafts coming through and compromising that warm feeling. You might also want to look into new towels and shower mats while you are at it.
