Spring will be here before we know it, and many homeowners are beginning to gather ideas and make plans for upcoming remodeling or home improvement projects. Below you will find some of the top home improvement projects for 2015 and their average return on investment across the United States.
Window Replacement
People are replacing their old windows with new, energy-efficient windows that add beauty to the home while greatly reducing energy costs. These days, you can find windows specially designed to keep out noise, reflect heat, reduce energy loss, and provide protection against harsh weather. According to Remodeling Magazine, the average return on investment for vinyl replacement windows is 72.9% and 78.8% for wood replacement windows.
Hedrick offers several quality, high-performance window brands. If you are interested in window replacement options for this upcoming spring, check out our window products. We offer all-wood, aluminum-clad wood, vinyl, metal-reinforced, skylight, and tailor-made windows. Add beauty, durability, and energy efficiency to your home with any of our single- or double-hung, casement, slider, bay, bow, picture, or garden windows.
Garage Door Replacement
Replacing your garage door is another one of the top home improvement projects of the year. Based on national averages, you can expect to recoup 88.4% of the cost of this project. New garage doors not only help better insulate your home and improve your energy efficiency; they can also enhance your home's beauty and style. Today, many garage door options are available. You can find highly durable doors that fit any type of home and look amazing.
Entry Door Replacement
Replacing your current entry door with a steel entry door has the highest average return on investment among all home improvement projects – 101.8%! Fiberglass door replacements offer around 72% recoupment of cost. Replacing your front door is also a low-cost project, and once it’s installed, it will require virtually no maintenance. A new door can also increase your energy efficiency and enhance your home's curb appeal.
Siding Upgrade
Siding impacts your home's curb appeal perhaps more than any other single factor. If your siding is old and worn out, it will be reflected in your home’s value. Replacing your old siding with new siding can provide an impressive return on your investment. Vinyl siding replacement recoups an average of 80.7% of the cost, and fiber cement siding can recoup close to 84%! Fiber cement is a low-maintenance, high-quality, weather- and insect-resistant product. Vinyl requires very little maintenance and involves a lower initial cost than fiber cement.
Roof Replacement
In addition to providing an average return of 71.6% of the homeowner's investment, roof replacement can make a huge difference in your home’s overall efficiency and performance. It also can make a considerable impact on the look and feel of your home. Make sure that if you do decide to replace your roof, you hire an experienced professional contractor to do the job for you. It’s very important for your roof to be installed properly every step of the way. If you would like to learn about all that goes into a well designed-roof, check out our blog post: Anatomy of a Hedrick Roof.
If you’re interested in a roof inspection, replacing your roof, window replacement, or upgrading your siding, Hedrick Construction is here to help! If you live in or around Ankeny, Huxley, or Ames and would like to receive a free estimate on any of these projects, simply contact us by calling our office at 515-597-7663, or fill out an online form by clicking the button below and we will contact you!
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