Not every upgrade costs a lot. Here are some small and cheap upgrade tricks that one can do to give their home a new look and feel.
Small paint jobs
Small paint jobs on the front door or kitchen cabinets after office hours or during the weekends can give a fresh look. According to Angieslist, a gallon of paint costs between $15 and $30, and these will not consume much.
Keyless entry
A keyless entry pad can create a hi-tech ambiance, and for a homeowner who always loses the keys for the front door, this will be a great relief. A simple Kwikset deadbolt costs $100 and is better than keeping a key at the front porch.
Sensor lights
Sensor lights can give an additional state-of-art feel and will greatly benefit those who arrive home during the dark hours. These lights are also useful in the garage, hallway and other places where a light is immediately needed. Sensor lights can be purchased for $15 at Home Depot. A big plus for homeowners with sensor lights is these discourage burglars from lurking in the dark.
Magnetic door
A magnetic door catch costs $11 in Amazon and is very useful when carrying bulky things like groceries. One does not need to try to hold a door by the foot and then try to walk sideways in order to get past the entrance door. This cheap device will hold the door and will keep it open as long as the homeowner wants.
Low-flow toilet
A low-flow toilet can save money for a homeowner in the end, and will save water and help preserve the resource too. Costing between $100 and $325, which is fairly an investment, a low-flow toilet is advisable for those still using pre-1992 models. These modern toilets will use 1.6 gallons or less of water, which equates a yearly consumption of around 300 fewer gallons per year, and that, is a lot of saved water bill.
