A new year means a new beginning—a chance to plan ahead and set yourself up for success in the coming months. How will you make the most of 2022? Consider the following ideas for jumpstarting your year:
1. Are you tired of living with an impractical kitchen layout or unsightly bathroom? Contact a local kitchen and bath contractor to schedule a remodeling consultation.
2. Get the year off to a healthy start by scheduling preventative care appointments with your physician, dentist, optometrist and hearing care specialist.
3. A neat and tidy home environment can do wonders for your mental health. If you need help conquering the clutter, consult a home organization professional.
4. If you’ve been thinking about installing a solar power system, now is the time to act. Thanks to an extension of the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), owners of new residential solar can deduct 26 percent of the cost of their systems from their taxes through December 31, 2022.
5. Schedule an inspection with a local auto mechanic to ensure your vehicle is ready for the road in 2022. Have them make sure your best tires are in the back—this will reduce the chances of fishtailing in wet weather.
6. Upgrade your shade—incorporate motorization to automate your awnings and window coverings.
7. Do you have a lingering list of home maintenance and repair needs? Call a local handyman contractor to help you get it done.
8. Improve your home’s energy efficiency and start saving money in the new year. Schedule a home energy audit to see where improvements are most needed.
9. Revamp your home’s curb appeal by putting in a new driveway. Choose from custom-designed concrete or interlocking pavers.
10. Love your skin in 2022—consult a professional esthetician for a customized skin care regimen.
11. Nothing says “new year” like a fresh coat of paint. Hire a professional painting contractor to touch up your home’s exterior or repaint a room.
12. Out-of-sight areas in your home like the attic and crawl space may be easy to ignore, but doing so can lead to adverse consequences. Invest in attic and crawl space cleaning services to eradicate dust and rodents and update your insulation.
13. Breathe easy in 2022—schedule a professional air duct cleaning service and consider adding an air purification system to your HVAC system.
14. Get a new look (in more ways than one) by updating your eyewear to a more modern fashion. Visit a local optician to get professional guidance on choosing eyewear frames that complement your facial shape, hair and skin tone.
15. Start fresh in 2022 by arranging a one-time professional house cleaning service. If you’re happy with the results, consider signing up for recurrent services.
16. Are you planning to sell a real estate property? Don’t procrastinate—contact an agent or broker to help you get the process started.
17. Hire a skylight contractor to install a skylight in your roof so you can let more sunlight into your home.
18. Does your home have a fireplace that feels outdated? Update it by having a fireplace door specialist replace those passé glass-and-brass doors with a custom-designed wrought iron model.
19. Build your backyard better. Hire a landscape contractor to create a relaxing outdoor living space.
20. Are you planning to install a new swimming pool in time for summer? Talk to a contractor before spring, as a pool installation project typically takes several months to complete.
21. Drive in style—get your vehicle detailed at a local auto body shop.
22. Freshen up your floors for the new year with a professional carpet cleaning or hardwood floor refinishing service.
Here’s to a happy and prosperous New Year!