Just bought a home? What projects should you tackle first?

Jul 2, 20241 min read

1. Painting

Not only is painting easy on your pocketbook, it is one of the simplest and most forgiving projects that will have a major impact,

2. Lighting

Dim and darkly lit rooms often feel small or uncomfortable. Consider replacing light fixtures with color-temperature bulbs to give the room a soft white, bright white, or daylight effect.

3. Decorating

Add some items that would make living here more enjoyable. Pictures and paintings, a trellis or porch swing, for example.

4. Improving flooring

Hardwood flooring, Luxury vinyl planks and other synthetic flooring are popular choices.

5. Upgrading bathrooms

This may involve replacing toilets, changing vanities, replacing fixtures, or upgrading to new tiles.

6. Renovating kitchens

The kitchen should always be one of the first projects to tackle because homeowners want to make a good first impression, and it is one of the rooms where guests spend the most time.

This renovation includes new cabinets, flooring, appliances, countertops and often, the layout, to open up more space.

7. Fixing major systems

When you first buy a home, check to ensure all of its major systems, like heating, cooling and electricity, are working properly. They don’t have to be perfect, but if one is operable, address that issue first.

Always seek professional advice as you move forward with your projects, even the ones that you are looking to do yourself.

Derek Veldhouse