How To Start Shopping for Any Home Improvement Project

Does just the thought of remodeling your home leave you feeling overwhelmed?

Whether you’re redecorating one room or giving your home’s exterior a total overhaul, it can be stressful. We see it all the time here at Aspen Home Improvements. Most people don’t even know where to begin, and that’s why we’re here to help guide you through the process of starting your home improvement project.

Be Inspired

Gathering inspiration from websites like Pinterest or Houzz can be a big help when you’re trying to decide exactly what you want to do with your home.

Did you know that on Houzz you can search the work of local companies like ours? You can see before and after images from previous projects, as well as customer reviews that we have worked with in the past.

When you discover images representing what you’d like to do with your own home, make sure to save them – they can come in handy when meeting with a professional.

Get Up Close and Personal

Stop by showrooms in your area and get an up-close look at the items you’re thinking about using in your renovation.

This is the fastest way to actually meet with home improvement specialists and see the products in person, rather than online. Our showroom has a diverse display of all the products we offer, and someone is always available to answer your questions and help you find what is right for your home!

Set Your Budget

Now that you’ve decided what you’d like to do with your home and have taken a look at some of the products your likely be using (hopefully you’ve taken a look at the showroom price-tags), you can set your budget.

Determine how much you can spend and then prioritize your spending to make sure you can afford to finish the most important/necessary aspects.

If you’re taking on a larger project, you can also consider home improvement financing.

Get Professional Help

There are some projects that you can do yourself, but we recommend talking to one of our home improvement specialists to see if you should tackle the project yourself or get professional help.

Our team has seen a lot of DIY mistakes in the past that we have had to correct. DIY projects can sometimes cause more damage to your home, resulting in an even more expensive home renovation.

If you’re thinking about any exterior renovations (windows, doors, roofing, and/or siding) Aspen Home Improvements’ specialists are here to assist you!

Send us a message or give us a call at 717-569-3700, we’d love to talk and help you turn your home into your dream home.

DIY or Hire a Professional?

Do-it-yourself (or DIY, for short) projects are becoming a popular option among many homeowners.

With the amount of online resources available to homeowners, many homeowners are taking it upon themselves to complete their next home improvement project.

But when might it be more beneficial to hire a professional?

Hiring a Professional

Any home improvement project – replacing windows, doors, etc. – can require a lot of work, and sometimes, more work than originally expected. Hiring a professional can help alleviate a lot of the headaches caused by these projects.

A professional touch can greatly improve the results
of your home improvement project.

One of the most common mistakes many DIY enthusiasts make is underestimating the value of their time. Projects can sometimes prove to be well above their skill-level, resulting in a lot of headaches and time spent completing the project. In these cases, homeowners’ time is better spent working on projects they are more than capable of tackling themselves.

At Aspen Home Improvements, all of our installers are trained and certified for your specific project. Our years of experience can not only help the project go smoothly, but project is also done in a very timely fashion.

If your project involves a full replacement – especially due to damage like rotted frames – it’s probably best to hire a professional. Though it may seem relatively easy, replacing the frame and installing the window can prove to be a lot for the amateur DIYer.

Another added bonus to hiring a professional like Aspen Home Improvements? The outcome of your project is our number-one priority. Our lifetime warranty covers any potential issues that arise out of a defect in workmanship or materials.

DIY Projects

DIY project might be better if you’re looking for smaller home improvement projects.

Projects like replacing hardware or re-painting are great options for DIYers looking to boost their current windows or doors.

Other projects like redecorating the interior of your home, replacing lighting, or refreshing your entryway are all great options for smaller home improvements many DIYers are more than capable of tackling without consuming a lot of time or energy.

Interested in a home improvement project of your own? Have a question about your DIY project? Contact our team of home improvement specialists!