Everyone loves a good bargain, but when it comes to home improvements, it can be difficult to find exactly what you want for the right price. Luckily, there are loads of improvements that will not only save you money, but transform your home into a comfortable and beautiful haven for you and your family to enjoy.
Look after your HVAC
If you’ve got a HVAC system in your home, then there’s a good chance it’s cherished, especially during the summer months when you need cooler air. That’s why it’s important to look after it! Make sure that you replace the filters regularly and have it serviced at least once a year. Not only will you be able to rest assured that your home will be a nice temperature, but also that it won’t cost you lots of money if it suddenly breaks down. You should check what kind of filter your HVAC takes and get it from a reputable electrical wholesale and supply store to make sure your system is always running at its best.
Look into window tinting
Residential window tinting is becoming more popular in homes these days. And, it’s great for more than just adding extra privacy to your home too. It will save you money on your air conditioning bill because it’s designed to help your home stay cool during the summer and warm during the winter. Not only that, window tinting also protects your furniture and belongings from becoming damaged by any UV rays that penetrate through your windows. If you’ve noticed that your wallpaper or furniture has faded over time, it’s likely because the sun has bleached them! There are so many benefits to residential window tinting, and it’s really inexpensive too!
Add dimmer switches
Sometimes home improvements are more than painting your walls or adding tint to your windows. Sometimes it’s all about creating ambience. Adding dimmer switches to the lighting in your home is a great way to transform your home without having to change all of your light fittings or add lamps to any of the rooms. All you’ll need to do is get an electrician to replace your regular light switch with a dimmer switch, and away you go. Not only will it help create a cosy ambience in your home, it will also save you money on your electricity bills. Another bonus of dimmer switches is that if you like to leave a light on in the hallways at night, you’re not going to be blinded if you get up to use the bathroom!
If you really wanted to go all out, you could also replace all of your bulbs with energy saving bulbs too. They’re often much dimmer when you first switch them on, but you could save yourself a lot of money and have a cosy home!
Add house plants to transform your home
Having house plants is a wonderful way to brighten up any room too. And they tie in well with neutral walls (if that’s something you’ve decided to do from this list) too. If you’re someone who struggles to keep houseplants alive, consider getting artificial plants – it can brighten up your space without maintenance!
However, having real houseplants comes with its own set of benefits. Having real indoor plants helps improve air quality, mood and overall productivity. They’re fairly inexpensive, and you could choose different plant pots and placements to tie your rooms together nicely. Not only that, if you don’t have a garden, it’s a nice way of bringing the outdoors inside.

Touch up your kitchen cupboards
If your kitchen is looking a little old and battered, an inexpensive way of sprucing it up is by giving your kitchen cupboards a lick of paint. Now, we understand being hesitant to do this! But, if you do the job correctly, it can actually look really good! Take the time to take the cupboards off the hinges and give them a good sanding down. Then, paint them with a hard wearing paint like Frenchic – but make sure to do a few light layers rather than layering it on thick! Finally, seal it with a top coat, let them dry fully and re-hang them! Your kitchen will look good as new, especially if you add new fixtures to the doors!
If you really wanted to go all out in your kitchen, consider adding DC-Fix to the countertops to give them a whole new look too!

Make your own artwork
Finally, sometimes home improvements are best when they are completely original. Making your own ornaments or artwork is a fun, creative, and money efficient way of brightening up your home. If you’ve got kids, why not get them involved too? It doesn’t have to be expensive either; you can buy a clay paint-your-own set really cheap, and blank canvases are also really inexpensive if you want to have a go at making your own artwork. Whatever you choose, you’ll be adding your own personal touch to your home. And who knows, maybe you’ve got an artistic side you didn’t know about!
These 7 ideas to transform your home aren’t exhaustive, but it’s a great place to start if you’re struggling to think of ideas on how to inexpensively spruce up your home. Enjoy a more comfortable and stylish home!