There are countless things you can do to improve your property. Whether it’s to increase its value or simply increase its functionality, there are projects big and small to take on.
However, some times are better than others for different types of projects.
Today, we’re going to go over the best seasonal home projects you should do to prepare for each season and ensure year-round comfort.
Best Home Improvement Projects for Spring
We’re going to start with spring as the first season of the year and go in order through the entire year.
The spring season is typically best for outdoor projects due to the optimal weather and the way the season aligns with the primary goal of many outdoor projects.
Here are our top recommendations.
1: Anything with Planting Involved
First and foremost, spring is the perfect season to take on any home improvement that is going to include planting or managing existing plants.
In the earliest weeks of spring, plants that you might want to get rid of or groom likely haven’t bloomed just yet, but the weather also isn’t difficult to deal with. This is the perfect time to groom or cut trees, get rid of brush, and perform similar tasks.
It’s also when plants are naturally supposed to be planted so they can blossom throughout the season.
So, now’s the perfect time to add a new walkway to your landscape or lay out a new patio with built-in planters.
Your plants will be planted at the right time to grow properly, and you get optimal weather to do the work.
2: Patio Renovations
We briefly mentioned patios earlier, but even if your project doesn’t involve any landscaping, now is still a great time to get started.
You’ll want the patio to be usable throughout the summer and a lot of the fall. So, it’s best to get it done early in spring.
This approach also ensures that you don’t run into concrete curing issues like you can in the winter, when the weather is usually too cold to dry your concrete efficiently.
Best Home Improvement Projects for Summer
The summer can be a trickier time to handle home improvement projects, depending on where you live. If it gets incredibly hot, that can hamper your effort to complete projects.
You also miss the prime planting season. So, many landscaping projects aren’t optimal in the summer unless you plan to add in pre-grown plants or wait until the next growing season.
However, it’s a great time for a few projects you’ll benefit from.
1: Deck Staining and Building
The summer is the perfect time to stain your deck. This keeps it preserved and makes it look nicer. So, it’s both functional and great for your home’s overall value.
However, that’s a small project. If you need a deck, summer is also a great time to build it. Lumber prices also plummet between May and August.
This means that you can build your new deck for less than it would cost if you were to start the project in the spring. The drawback to this is that you’ll have to contend with the summer heat.
2: Build a Pergola
If you took our advice and built a patio during the spring, you’ll want to use the summer time to enhance your patio experience even further.
A pergola is an overhang above your patio and connects to your home. Some designs are detached from the home, though.
The reason it’s best to wait until summer to install a pergola comes down to the lumber prices we talked about. Pretty much any wood-based project is cheaper to do during the summer.
Best Home Improvement Projects for Fall
Fall projects are usually centered around winter preparation, but you can also squeeze in some fun projects that add functionality.
1: Outdoor Firepit
Fall is the perfect time to enjoy outdoor living with your family – roasting marshmallows, inviting friends over for a bonfire, and simply taking in the changing of the season. What’s a better way to add to that than to build an ornate fireplace?
This is a cheap project unless you go all out, and it adds a ton of value to the property.
You can do it with cinderblocks, or you can go all out and use natural stone and professional masonry. You can even add in some outdoor cooking abilities with just a few tweaks, such as grill grates.
A firepit is a great way to enjoy minor outdoor cooking when prime grilling season is over, and it makes the fall season that much better.
2: Redoing Seals, Doors, Windows, and Fixing Your Drainage System
Outside of making a cool firepit, fall is the best time to winterize your home and redo all the winter-related parts entirely.
Consider replacing entryway seals, windows, and doors during this period. If you have a fireplace or would like to build one, this is also the best time to do it.
This is also a great time to repair your drainage system to prevent water buildup and potential freezing issues in the colder months.
With winter approaching, the project gets finished just in time for you to enjoy a brand-new fireplace all winter long.
Best Home Improvement Projects for Winter
Winter isn’t the best time to do many home improvement projects.
The outside of the home is going to be a pain to work on, contractors face delays due to weather concerns, and you can’t do anything that’s going to take key parts of your home out of commission for long.
Imagine having no bathroom or functioning electricity during the winter. However, you can get some major renovations done.
1: Convert an Unused Room into a New Space
If you have a spare room that you have wanted to turn into a home theater, pantry, or similar space, now is the time to do it.
While outdoor contractors are a little harder to find, electricians and teams that do plenty of indoor renovations are available, weather won’t stop you, and you won’t impact the rest of your home.
2: Flooring Renovations
Flooring renovations are perfect for winter. While you won’t be able to use the rooms being renovated very easily, the process is quick, fairly affordable in comparison to bigger projects, and isn’t impacted by the weather.
Tackle Your Seasonal Projects with Cas-Ro Properties
We’ve only touched on a few key seasonal home improvement projects you can start in each season, but the possibilities are endless when it comes to enhancing your home.
Whether you’re looking to improve curb appeal in the spring, prepare for winter with energy-efficient upgrades, or revamp your living spaces during the summer, Cas-Ro Properties has the expertise to bring your vision to life.
Operating in Connecticut, we take pride in being a reliable home improvement contractor in Danbury and the surrounding areas, ready to tackle any project, big or small. For a consultation or to book your next home improvement project, contact us today and let us help you make the most of every season!
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