As the new year rolls around, many people in the Raleigh area are trying to think of good New Year’s resolutions. Often, they become personal goals or dreams you try to achieve, but 2014 we want to make a push to not forget your home. Start the year with creative home resolutions to improve your living around the Raleigh area:
1. Purify Your Air
Indoor air quality is just as important as outdoor air quality. There are a few things you can do to improve your home’s air. Make sure that your HVAC system is running properly and be sure to get it cleaned. Also, you can buy a portable air filter to clean the air in specific rooms.
2. Use Less Energy
Many people are resolving to use less energy in their homes. Fortunately, there are simple ways to do this. Buying energy saving lights and appliances can save you money and help the environment at the same time. Getting your family into the habit of turning off lights when not in use can also accomplish a lot of savings over the year. At the same time, you’ll be able to teach them about sustainability.
3. Support Your Community
Bonding with the community can be a great way to create a better neighborhood experience, and the community of Raleigh is one that’s strongest when neighbors are well acquainted. Join organizations like the Neighborhood Watch, or start your own. Use your interests to help you connect better with your community — you may start a community garden or knitting club.
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4. Budget for Home Improvements
It’s easy to let needed repairs slide to the bottom of the to-do list. If you begin the year by budgeting money for these repairs, you’ll get them done more easily. This year, look over your finances and budget at least 1-3% of your income on home repairs. This will mean that you’ll need to rearrange your budget a bit, but cutting off a bit of the spending on another area and adding it to your home is a smart decision. It will add value to your home and add appeal when you decide to sell.
5. Do Home Improvement Projects Together
A good way to bond with the family is to do home improvement projects together. If you have someone in the house who knows a lot about home repairs, this person can guide the rest of the family on how they can help. If not, you all can learn together. Set some time aside to teach the kids about home repair skills. They’ll be happy to have them in the future. In the meantime, you’ll get to spend more time together. Take on small projects together first. If the idea is popular, you can even begin to add new features to your home, such as a deck.
Starting the New Year with Your Home Resolutions
Your resolutions for your home can give you something to accomplish over the coming year. They will also make your home a more pleasant place to be. Share you resolutions with your friends and neighbors, and you may find that your ideas help others to develop a great home resolution for New Year’s.
