Top 5 Home Improvement Projects for 2019

Have you been putting some remodeling and home improvement projects off? A new year is a great time to put together a to-do list to accomplish all of these projects throughout the year. Since 2019 is quickly approaching, we have come up with 5 basic home improvement projects that should be added to every new year’s resolution list.

  1. Fresh paint

From the inside to the outside of your home, a fresh coat of paint is a great way to start off a new year fresh! East Valley Painters can help you accomplish this with interior and exterior painting services available. Maybe you want to change the color of a room or just add a fresh coat to the exterior of your home. A new paint job adds a clean and beautiful look to any home. Plus, the weather is always ideal in Arizona during January and February, so it is a home improvement project that can help you start off the year right. Keep in mind that neutral colors like grays and beiges are always a safe hit.

  1. Organize closets

A new year is a time to be out with the old and make room for the new. Get organized in 2019 by cleaning out and organizing all of your closets and even kitchen pantries. You might be able to find things you have been looking for or toss out things that should have been gone years ago.

  1. Service your HVAC Unit

You want your HVAC unit to be ready for the warm summer months, so the beginning of the year is a great time to have your unit checked and serviced. Schedule a tune-up before it gets to warm so that you will know your HVAC unit will work properly when you need it in the middle of summer. Don’t forget to change all of the filters and clean the vents!

  1. Clean windows

A fresh coat of paint is going to look even better with clean windows. Or maybe you want to completely upgrade and change your windows. Either way, to improve the look of your home, routinely clean the inside and outside of your windows. Arizona has sunshine year round, so there is always great weather to get the job done. Plus, who doesn’t love windows that sparkle and shine?

  1. Upgrade light fixtures

Improve the style of your home by adding or upgrading your light fixtures. Shine this new year with new stunning fixtures from the inside to the outside of your home. The interior of your home can be even more stylish with the right fixtures in your entryway, hallways, kitchen, and bathrooms. The exterior of your home can add extra style with a new fixture on your porch, entryway or patio. You can also add flair to your yard by updating your landscape by adding or changing out your light fixtures.

If you are looking to update the paint on your home, contact East Valley Painters today for a free estimate. East Valley Painters, serving Sun Lakes, Ahwatukee, Gilbert, Chandler, and east valley cities for the past 30 years.

How Often Should I Update the Exterior Paint on My Home?

It is a question many of us dread to ask, when is it time to update my home’s exterior paint? It isn’t a black and white. There are actually several factors to consider.

Everyone wants a home that is up to date and a nice paint job shows a well-maintained home. First, always design a plan and make sure that a routine paint job is your budget before taking the plunge and making the commitment to repaint.

Did you know that different material requires different time frames?

If your home has wood siding, aluminum siding or stucco, try to update the paint about every 5 years.

If your home has cement fiberboard siding or painted brick, try to update the paint about every 15 years. Unpainted brick just needs to be cleaned regularly.

Factors that can impact your exterior paint

Climate

The climate of the area you are living in impacts the durability of the paint. For example, living near the coast will cause paint to be updated more frequently because of the sand and sun damage along with the constant salty air. Ultraviolet rays from the sun can degrade the chemical compounds in the paint. This is why the quality of the paint you use is also important and plays a role in the durability of your exterior’s paint.

Different Paint Types

Darker paints will lighten quickly, especially if they are oil based.

Fortunately, the more updated paint options are acrylic latex and happens to be more durable against all of mother nature’s elements. This paint will less likely blister, crack or even harden over the years.

Glossy and semi-glossy paints are also durable, but they might expose flaws more easily.

Not only is the quality of your paint important, but so is the quality of the painter and supplies used. Instead of stressing about doing the work yourself, it is a good investment to hire a residential painter to get the job done for you!

Signs you may need to update your home’s exterior paint

  • Any paint damage that includes paint that is faded, peeling, chalking or blistering.

 

 

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Upcoming Home Trends for 2018

The new year is just around the corner and now is the time to be planning for any home remodeling in 2018. And the popular home improvement site, Houzz, just released their list of 2018 trends. Hint: Think vibrant colors!

  • Kitchen: More Colors!

By adding more colors to the kitchen, you will be creating a warmer touch and more personal look. Plus, with more colors, it will be less noticeable to see stains from cooking.

  • Rich Colors Across the House!

Staying on the color train, add more rich colors throughout the house to help make your furniture and décor stand out more.

  • Change Up Your Sinks!

Try to stay away from those stainless steel and white sinks. In 2018, add sinks made of stone, copper and granite.

  • Bedroom: Soothing Colors!

Add calming hues with minimal designs for a more relaxing space.

  • Detailed Walls!

This trend started in 2017, but will become even more popular in 2018. Think about adding wooden walls with etched designs in your bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms.

  • Vintage Lighting!

Light fixtures with a vintage look are making a comeback. One of the most popular vintage lighting fixtures are aged copper with pendant lights.residential painter

Houzz is the go to site for all of your home improvement and decorating ideas. The list is compiled from user feedback and feedback from home professionals. From photos to articles to recommendations, the site offers products and ideas for all of your decorating projects along with a list of home contractors to help.

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