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When spring arrives, many homeowners contact plumbers and electricians to address repairs. On top of maintaining the property, this is also a great time to invest in the home and make improvements. Here are three renovation projects to consider doing.

How to Improve Your House This Spring

1. Create Dedicated Electrical Circuits

Any appliance that generates heat should have a dedicated electrical circuit to prevent overloading the system by using too much power. Contact an electrician to inspect current devices like the stove, oven, microwave, and clothing dryer to ensure they are all on their circuits. This simple step will help you avoid using multiple items from the same outlet and flipping the breaker, which requires finding the electrical box to turn the power back on manually. 

2. Update Outdoor Lighting

ElectriciansIn the spring, the sun shines for longer each day, and many families spend more time outdoors. Make sure you can play fetch with the dog and enjoy outside time with loved ones by adding outdoor lighting. Consider lining sidewalks with solar fixtures or having an electrician create outdoor lights to highlight landscaping features such as pools, retaining walls, or beloved backyard trees.

3. Put in a Smart Thermostat

Adding an Energy Star® smart thermostat can significantly lower your utility costs. These innovative controls feature wireless access so that homeowners can make temperature adjustments anywhere there is internet. Set a schedule to reduce the heat or AC when you’re not home, and turn it up just before you arrive to facilitate comfort while lowering your bills and environmental impact.

 

Homeowners who want to perform these spring updates should contact Miller & Humphrey Plumbing and Electric in Coffee County, AL, to get on the schedule. The state-licensed contractor has more than six decades of experience providing comprehensive plumbing and electrical services. Call the Enterprise-area company at (334) 347-9212 or visit the website to learn about how their team of plumbers and electricians maintain and repair water heaters, install water filters, repair hot tubs and create smart home energy systems. 

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