Many people like to schedule home remodeling before the holidays. If you’re having friends and relatives over for Christmas and New Year’s Eve, revamping your home will impress everyone and give you new ways to spend quality time together. Here’s a guide to help you plan these projects.

How to Decide on Which Project to Tackle

When planning a home remodeling project, think about your space requirements. Perhaps you want to tear down a non-load-bearing kitchen wall to create an open floor plan that includes extra space for cooking and eating. Or maybe it’s time to add walls and a heating system to a patio to provide more usable square footage for relaxing and enjoying the company over hot chocolate. The bigger the project, the more time you’ll need. You may also have to make temporary living arrangements.

If time and budget constraints prevent large-scale home remodeling projects, consider smaller tweaks. For example, you can install an extra kitchen counter for more food prep space over the holidays. 

Why You Should Opt for  Energy Efficiency

Guests increase your water, electricity, and heating bills over the holidays. Light displays also contribute to higher utility costs.

To save money, invest in energy-efficient projects, such as window replacement and installations. Large windows on south-facing walls, for example, flood your home with sunlight to heat and illuminate it naturally, reducing HVAC and electricity costs.

Alternatively, replace older windows that leak air with double- or triple-pane glass. New windows and doors enhance the aesthetic appeal of the house as well. 

When to Schedule the Projects

Remodeling contractors are often busy during this time of year, so call a company as soon as possible. After you explain some of the work you’re interested in, they’ll determine whether all projects can be completed before your family and friends are scheduled to arrive.

Book as far in advance as you can even if your project is minor. This will give you extra time to decorate and prepare for the festivities.

Discuss your ideas with Mallo Home Improvement, a family-owned remodeling company that’s served the Greater Rochester, NY, area since 1957. Specializing in kitchen remodeling, room additions, and roofing and siding services, these contractors offer one-year warranties and use name-brand products on all projects. Call (585) 654-9530 today for a free estimate or visit them online to learn more about their work.