As we say goodbye to the warmer evenings and hello to cooler and darker days, it might be the right time to get your home prepared for the autumn and winter months.
Making sure your home is structurally sound, heating and electrics all work correctly, and completing any DIY jobs will all help make your home warmer and cosier ready for the changing seasons.
Larger home improvements may be costly, however it could add value to your home when you decide to sell. But not all projects have to break the bank, whether you try a hand at DIY or try smaller and more affordable changes.
Here’s some great ideas of what you can do around your home…
Declutter your spaces
Decluttering your belongings is a good way to make more space for something else you need whether it be more storage space, new furniture or just to reduce the amount of items you own. When decluttering your home and help you organise your storage spaces. Keeping labelled containers of similar items in the different rooms of your house can help you stay organised throughout the year and will give you a clear view of what you own and what you need.
However, if you have limited space, why not build a bookcase or floating shelves to store kitchenware, books, home décor and trinkets.
Give your home a deep clean
As you transition your home from the summer months to the autumn months is it a great idea to add a deep clean to the to do list. This can include swapping summer clothes for your winter wardrobe. You may also find clothing items that you no longer want and can sell or donate.
Another item on the deep clean list could be to clear out your fridge and cupboards for expired items or if you have excess tinned and dried food, you can take them to a local food bank.
And don’t forget to clean all the nooks, crannies and hard to reach places to give your home the ultimate clean fresh autumnal feel.
Complete any essential outdoor work
With the weather changing and leaves falling, it’s the ideal time to check your gutters are clear, your windows are fully sealed and there’s not structural issues with your home!
Redecorate
Since the colder months are approaching and we will be spending more time indoors now could be a good time to redecorate your space. You may even want to change the soft furnishings of your home to more autumnal tones and scents to make your home feel warmer and cosier. Also, by adding candles and soft lighting will create the comforting autumn ambience.
Could remortgaging help?
As you prepare your home ready for autumn, you may find some renovation jobs or home improvements may require more money to fix. If you’re planning any larger changes in your home, you may want to consider remortgaging to fund this.
Our expert advisers can help guide you through the remortgaging process and help find the right deal for you based on your circumstances.
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You may have to pay an early repayment charge to your existing lender if you remortgage.