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Projects for Pandemics

These Are The Best Home Projects To Complete During the Pandemic
Even though stay-at-home orders have been lifted, many are choosing to stay home. If you’re enjoying the safety and comfort of home — whether by government order or by choice — keep reading. Here, Southeastern School of Real Estate shares some tips on a few of the best DIY home projects that will help you pass the time while you’re spending more time at home.

Tools To Keep Handy

When you own a home, you should already have a few basic tools. But if you’ve never been much of a DIYer, it’s a good idea to take an inventory of the garage. For starters, you should have a hammer, pliers, screwdrivers, a drill, and a collection of assorted hardware. Depending on what kind of home projects you want to do, you may need to also invest in some specialty tools, such as a saw and painting spray gun.

Research For ROI

Before you break out your hard hat, it’s also smart to determine which projects can help you get the most return on your investment. This is especially important if you plan to sell your home once the pandemic has ended. Start your research by looking at houses in your local market.
You’ll soon spot upgrade trends most sellers are putting money into. This might be anything rom new cabinets to granite kitchen countertops to something simpler, such as painting in neutral colors or changing out fixtures in the bathroom.

Easy DIY Projects

One of the quickest and easiest projects you can do that will actually have an impact is to simply paint your front door. As HGTV explains, there are many different bold and beautiful colors to choose from. The biggest benefit of this is that it will add curb appeal to your property, which will  make your home stand out if you decide to sell in the near future.
Another way to instantly improve the exterior of your home is to update your garage doors. If you’re tired of cookie-cutter white, consider adding a gel stain and some new hardware. Remodelaholic also suggests other updates, like adding faux windows and using large, bold house numbers to make the garage stand out from the street.
You should also pay attention to your outdoor entertaining areas. Once the pandemic has ended, people will likely continue to prioritize staying at home versus going out. Spruce up your deck, patio, or backyard with things like a tree bench, DIY trellis, or even string lights.  Indoors, you might consider adding a textured wall. Shiplap remains popular, and according to In My Own Style, can be quickly added using thin wood planks instead of specially made shiplap material. Other accent wall ideas include marbling, stacked stone, and draped fabric. You might also consider going room to room doing a deep cleaning and painting in neutral colors. Add wainscoating or crown molding to help break up monotonous areas, and don’t be afraid to look at larger renovation projects, such as having new flooring or windows installed.

Consider Professional Fence Installation

Another project that can add value to your home is a new fence. To really maximize its value, this particular project should be left to a professional. Research top fence installation companies on a website like Angi.com and narrow your search down to pros that fit your budget (you can find this out by asking for a detailed cost estimate). Costs will be based on the fence material you choose; wood and chain-link are cheaper, but aluminum and vinyl are sturdier.

What you do at home now can keep you busy so that your mind doesn’t dwell on the worst of the global health crisis. But it can also help you maintain and even improve the value of your property. So grab your tools and look for inspiration.

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Article submitted by Kristin Louis Free lance writer for SESORE.  She can write articles for you as well; just call and she'll get started working on your project!

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