With summer fast approaching, there are many things to look forward to. It is the time for BBQ’s and parties with friends and family and enjoying some much-needed sun in your garden. However, this is also your chance to tackle some of the most important tasks that you’ve been putting off for months so you can actually enjoy summer for all it is.
Air Conditioning
If you live somewhere that is hot most of the year, then you know just how important an air conditioning unit is. For those that are unfamiliar with this when the summer rolls around, the last thing we think about is installing an air conditioning unit. That is until you come home after a long day at work, or after being out all day with the family to a hot, humid house, all because you didn’t install an air conditioning unit.
If you prepare early enough, you can take advantage of air conditioning installation from a professional before the rush. Instead of coming home to a humid property, you could come home to a cool house and take a break from the heat of the day.
Replace Windows
Although replacing your windows is usually recommended to keep the heat in, during winter, upgrading your windows for the summer should be a high priority on your list of home improvements. Installing windows that protect you from UV rays will mean that you are as safe as you can be even when indoors. Not only that, but fitting double glazed will have two benefits. In the summer it keeps the heat from the sun out of your home, and in the winter it keeps the heat in – a major plus for your bill.
Spruce up the Garden
More than likely you will be spending a lot of your free time in the garden. So, make sure your garden is in tip-top shape by taking some time to cut back any overgrown plants, mow the lawn and pulling weeds. Also, take a look at your outdoor furniture. It might have been almost a whole year since you last used this, and unfortunately, sometimes this furniture will become degraded over time due to being outside. If this is the case, once you have replaced them, consider the options you have to protecting your new furniture, including how you store them away.
Transform a room
After spending a long time indoors over the winter, sometimes it can make a massive difference to change up the way a room looks by adding a splash of paint to the walls and rearranging the furniture. This was you can fall back in love with that room and not mind spending any time in there.
More quick and easy home improvements
There are lots of home improvements that you can do, which can be done over a period of time. By spreading out these tasks in the lead up to summer, this will not seem like such an enormous responsibility but will make the world of difference to how your house looks and feels over summer. Some other quick and easy home improvements you could do include:
• Cleaning or replacing gutters
• Changing the curtains or blinds – going for something lightweight will help the room to feel light and airy.
• Adding plants – bring nature into your home by purchasing indoor plants. They not only look and smell great but will benefit your health too.
