The Best Time of Year for Fort Lauderdale Home Improvement Projects?

You may wonder what’s the best season for Fort Lauderdale home improvement projects.Some home improvement projects are easy to know when to do. It’s not a great idea to install windows when it’s cold outside. Similarly you don’t want to insulate your attic when it’s sweltering outside.

But there are a lot of factors to choosing when to schedule projects than just the weather. Choosing the right season to start home improvements can make your projects more successful, keep you on schedule, and may even save you some money.

What to Consider when Scheduling Home Projects

Weather

The most important thing to think about is what the weather is like. Some home improvement projects are weather dependent, like installing windows, building a deck, or putting in a pool. Home improvements that you do inside, such as putting in window treatments or replacing furniture, can be done virtually any time. We can put in shutters before your Christmas party, after your newest renovation, in the middle of a lazy summer, or when the kids go back to school.

If you’re on a tight deadline and are paying contractors, consult with them how the climate may affect your project and timeline.

Contractor Schedules

Most contractors have seasons like spring and summer which are busier than the rest of the year. If you can schedule your project outside of their busy season, they won’t be managing as many projects and details are less likely to slip through the cracks.

Your Schedule

Some parts of the year might be better for your home renovations than others. If you have children in school, you may want to schedule your projects while school is in session and when your house is less busy. Or if you’re taking a week-long vacation, it might be a decent time to get your ducts cleaned to avoid the fumes.

Available Funds

If you’re paying cash for your home improvement, then the best time of year to plan is after you have the money on hand. This could be after you’ve saved a little bit, received a large bonus or after you get your tax refund.

Many families schedule their projects for after they receive their tax refund around the beginning of spring, so be aware that home improvement professionals may be busier during the spring and materials may be more expensive.

Other Projects You Have

It’s good to keep a running list of renovations you want to get done so that if projects depend on each other you can build a timeline. Try to schedule the major work first, such as new flooring, and finish up with the details like window treatments or furniture.

The Best Times of Year for Home Improvement Projects

Here are some ideas for the best season in which to schedule certain projects based on the weather and potential contractor availability.

Projects You Can Do Any Time of Year:

• Put in window treatments

• Repaint interiors

• Put in new appliances

Spring Projects:

• Redo landscaping

• Maintenance on the heater

• Install new windows

• Replace or fix exterior siding

Summer Projects:

• Roofing

• Service chimneys

• Redo kitchens

• Redo bathrooms

• Repair gutters and soffit

Fall Projects:

• Powerwash deck and siding

• Weatherize home including energy audit and insulation

• Maintain A/C and heater

Winter Projects:

• Schedule upcoming projects

• Replace new flooring

• Buy new furniture

Ready to Spring into Action on your Window Treatment Renovations?

If you’re ready to tackle your window treatments to improve your home, call us at 561-440-8535 or use the form below.