Breaking or failing appliances is a homeowner’s worst nightmare and a faulty air conditioning unit is no exception! On average, an AC unit should be able to last eight to ten years before needing to be replaced. However, there are a host of simple ways that homeowners can extend the life expectancy of their air conditioning system. Here are the top five ways you can give your AC unit an extra two to three years of life.
Get new kitchen decorations and accessories.
You’d be surprised how a new set of hand towels or hanging a few pictures in the kitchen can spruce up this space. If your kitchen has windows, updating your window treatments can also give your kitchen a fresh new style. Adding a wall clock, new table accessories, even updating the tabletop appliances are all highly cost-effective ways to give your kitchen a visual boost!
Give your cabinets a fresh coat of paint.
If you like your cabinets but otherwise want a new look for your kitchen, painting your cabinets is a low-cost way to give your kitchen even more personality. You’ll want to select a color that will both complement your kitchen flooring and other decorations but will also cover the original cabinet color. For example, it will be very difficult to paint darker colored cabinets a lighter color, without a lot of prep work. Be sure to test out the color beforehand on a small part of the cabinets before you go all in!
Good to Know
Small changes like adding a wall clock, or new table accessories can be effective ways to give your kitchen a visual boost!
Add a decorative backsplash.
This may require you to hire a handyman, but adding a backsplash (especially one with contrasting colors) can give your kitchen new life. You can get creative with colors, shapes, and patterns to truly fit your home’s personality without having to invest thousands into an entire kitchen upgrade.
Turn your kitchen corners into welcoming spaces.
Do you have a space in your kitchen that is relatively unused? Perhaps it’s a corner or a spot near a window. You can add a small table or some plants and transform it into a warm and inviting space to sit to drink your morning coffee.
Add a dual-use kitchen island.
If space permits, you can add a modern touch to your kitchen with an island. This would require some very simple construction and is best left for a handyman. However, one no-construction option would be to get a large kitchen butcher block that can serve as an island for both food prepping and double as additional in-kitchen seating. You can add accessories and a decorative tablecloth to it as well to introduce more vibrant color into the kitchen.
Conclusion
If you’re on the fence about whether you should invest in upgrading or completely remodeling your kitchen, try a few items from this list first and see. You may be surprised that some low-cost and DIY kitchen upgrades are just what you need to fall in love with your kitchen again! And when you’re ready for a major upgrade, At Home Pros can connect you with professional remodeling contractors and renovation contractors right in your area.