With the New Year, comes New Year Resolutions. But, what about for your home? There’s truly no better way to better yourself than to make sure your home is up to par and in the best condition for you and your family. Take 2023 as your golden opportunity to accomplish whatever it is that’s on your home goals list. Whether it’s finally getting to those renovations, a deep cleaning, or if organization is needed.
Don’t know where to get started? We’ve got a five-step plan just waiting for you to get started.
Come Up With a Plan
Whether you have short or long term goals for your home, the best way to ensure that you stick to your goals is to write them down and set a definitive plan. Refer back to your list throughout the year to check off the tasks that you complete.
Ensure Your Home is Safe
Is your home safe? Every homeowner should consider reviewing the state of their home to avoid any unnecessary hazards.
Make sure the batteries in your fire detectors are fresh. Additionally, it is a good idea to install carbon monoxide detectors in every room to avoid deadly gas leaks. Every year 430 people die in the United States from accidental CO poisoning.
Check your house for radon. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that causes lung cancer. The colorless, odorless gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer after cigarette smoking and 1 in 15 homes has elevated levels of radon. Protect your home and purchase a radon test for as low as $20. Some ways to take action against high radon levels in your home include discouraging smoking in your home, increasing airflow by opening windows and using fans to circulate air, and sealing cracks in floors and walls.
Secure your home against natural disasters by obtaining homeowner’s insurance, keeping storm drains clear, installing hurricane shutters, repairing loose or damaged roofing, and reinforcing doors and windows.
Lower Your Energy Use
Small changes can significantly reduce your energy use and thus your electricity bills and carbon footprint:
- Turn off indoor lights when light isn’t necessary.
- Decrease water usage by taking shorter showers and turning the water off as you brush your teeth.
- Turn down the thermostat.
- Make sure windows and doors are properly shut.
- Make eco-friendly upgrades by changing light bulbs to LED light bulbs and replacing old appliances.
Prepare for Spring With an Outdoor Living Space
Prepare for the warmer months by making the most of your outdoor space. Whether it be your backyard, porch, or deck, you can transform your outdoor living experience by making it a space where everyone wants to spend time. Some tips to kickstart this process are to choose a spot, pick your furniture, incorporate lighting, and choose plants for added color and texture.
Plan Regular Maintenance
It’s important to remember that every year parts of your home need regular maintenance. Some of these include:
- Air conditioning units should be regularly checked each year before summer.
- Gutters need to be cleaned in both the Spring and the Fall seasons.
- Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home after the winter by cleaning the exterior:
- Wash windows
- Spray off grime on the exterior paint of your home
Clean patios or decks that may have been neglected over the winter - If you have a pool, prepare it to open again in the spring and summer
Happy New Year! We’re wishing you the best all for 2023.
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