As summer winds down, now is the ideal time to complete home remodeling projects before the busy fall and winter seasons arrive. Tackling renovations during late summer and early fall allows you to enjoy the upgrades throughout the frigid fall and winter ahead.

From refreshing outdated kitchens and bathrooms to enhancing living areas and curb appeal, strategic remodeling projects can add comfort, convenience, and style to your luxury home. Read on for some of the best home upgrades to prioritize before fall hits.

Update Your Kitchen

The kitchen is often the heart of a home, so refreshing this space can make a major impact. From installing new countertops to upgrading appliances, consider these kitchen remodels:

Modern kitchen island with black drawers, a built-in stainless steel oven, and wooden flooring. White cabinets and stainless steel appliances in the background.

Typical Cost:

$19,000 – $65,000

  • Install New Countertops

    Swapping out worn countertops for durable and stylish new options like quartz can instantly modernize your kitchen. New countertops also provide an ideal surface for meal prep and entertaining.

  • Upgrade Appliances

    Upgrading major appliances like your refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher improves functionality while adding a touch of luxury. Look for energy efficient models with smart features and sleek finishes.

  • Add a Kitchen Island

    Islands provide extra prep space, storage, and seating. They become a natural gathering spot for family and guests. Complete the look with pendant lighting and bar stools.

Improve Your Bathroom

Like kitchens, bathrooms see a lot of use, so remodeling these spaces can enhance comfort and refresh your home’s style.

Modern bathroom with white tiles, a walk-in shower featuring dark hexagonal floor tiles, a toilet, and a wooden sink vanity—perfect for your next basement renovation in CT.

Typical Cost:

$15,000 – $45,000

  • Replace Old Fixtures

    Swapping outdated faucets, showerheads, and other bathroom fixtures for new low-flow options adds a dose of modern convenience.

  • Install a Walk-in Shower

    Upgrading major appliances like your refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher improves functionality while adding a touch of luxury. Look for energy efficient models with smart features and sleek finishes.

  • Add a Spa Tub

    Soaking tubs provide tranquil relaxation. Consider splurging on an air jetted model offering massaging comfort.

Enhance Your Living Spaces

Living rooms, family rooms, dens, and other common areas see lots of foot traffic. Renew these spaces to boost comfort and style.

A modern kitchen with wooden floors, light wood cabinets, black appliances, a sink island, and recessed lighting.

Typical Cost:

$1,500 – 15,000

  • Refinish Hardwood Floors

    Refinishing worn, outdated hardwood floors makes them look brand new. The process is affordable and adds warmth and character.

  • Paint Interior Walls

    A fresh coat of interior paint rejuvenates living spaces and allows you to update their color schemes. Neutral hues work well.

  • Upgrade Lighting Fixtures

    Beautiful new chandeliers, pendant lights, and lamps brighten up living spaces while providing style. Dimmers add convenience.

Focus on Curb Appeal

Power washing siding, brick, and other exterior surfaces eliminates grime to refresh your home’s facade.

A modern kitchen with wooden floors, light wood cabinets, black appliances, a sink island, and recessed lighting.

Typical Cost:

$1,500 – 15,000

  • Paint or Stain Front Door

    A vivid, freshly painted or stained front door makes a great first impression and adds appeal.

  • Landscape Front Yard

    Neatly edged lawns, flowers, shrubs, and trees boost curb appeal. Well-designed landscaping also enhances privacy.

  • Power Wash Exterior Surfaces

    Power washing siding, brick, and other exterior surfaces eliminates grime to refresh your home’s facade.

Boost Energy Efficiency

One final benefit of summer and fall remodeling: the chance to improve your home’s energy efficiency before cold weather arrives.

Two light bulbs, one lit with a blue hue and the other unlit, lie on a marble surface, showcasing options for kitchen remodel lighting.

Typical Cost:

$1,500 – 15,000

  • Insulate Attic and Basements

    Adding insulation to your attic and basement helps regulate indoor temperatures year-round, keeping your home cozier in winter and cooler in summer.

  • Seal Air Leaks

    Sealing gaps with caulk and weatherstripping prevents drafts that lead to energy loss. This inexpensive project offers a quick payoff.

  • Install Smart Thermostats

    Programmable smart thermostats allow you to customize home temperatures from your phone for convenience and savings.

Completing key home remodeling projects between the laidback days of late summer and early fall means you can spend the cozier winter months enjoying your beautiful upgrades. A refreshed kitchen and bath, renewed living spaces, improved curb appeal, and enhanced energy efficiency will add comfort, style, and value to your luxury property.

Prioritize the projects offering the best return on investment. And as you plan renovations, make sure to obtain any required permits and work with licensed professionals. With strategic planning and skilled contractors, you can realize your home remodeling dreams before winter.

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About the Author: David Perrotti

Dave has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, is a Bestselling Home Improvement Author on Amazon, and constantly seeks to reinvent the remodeling industry. As a veteran of the Army and Air Force, Dave operates his business, Fine Home Contracting, on the core army values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.

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