Escondido Real Estate

Make Your Homes Look Great For Under $25

You are willing to follow the tips for buying Escondido homes, and soon you will be moving and settling in. You want to feel comfortable in your new Escondido homes, but chances are, you don't feel like hiring a handyman in the midst of getting settled. With all the stress of selling, packing, and moving, who needs more to worry about? I have put together a list of projects at different skill levels that can be done without professional help. With these simple, inexpensive home improvements, you can feel at home in your Escondido homes in no time - without any added stress.


Projects under $25

• Seal Exterior Gaps. When you seal all gaps and cracks on the exterior of your home, you'll see a savings of 10% to 20% on your heating and air conditioning bills.

• Repair Ripped Screens. Purchase new screening and spline and to give your windows a face lift and keep bugs out.

 

• Fix Cracks in Sidewalks and Patios. With an inexpensive tube of concrete patch, you can improve the appearance of your sidewalks and patios and keep moisture from causing any future damage.

 

• Replace Weather Stripping and Thresholds. This simple home improvement can improve your energy savings by a full 10%.

 

• Install a Water Heater Insulation Blanket. A properly installed blanket can reduce energy loss by 25% to 45%.

 

• Add Candles. Use candles to give your home a cozy feel.

 

• Get Creative with Art. Frame vintage postcards or advertisements found at antique stores for beautiful, inexpensive artwork. Or frame pictures from wall calendars for a similar effect.

 

• Display Fruit. A simple bowl of apples or citrus fruit creates an interesting touch in any room.

 

• Buy a New Toilet Seat. This inexpensive update can make an old toilet look brand new.

 

• Change Your Air Filters. Go ahead and install new furnace and air filters - and then mark your calendar to change them every three months from here on out.

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