The most popular summer home improvements in Buckinghamshire and beyond

As spring slowly starts making way from summer, many homeowners are looking to make some home improvements that will allow maximum sunshine into their homes. After two summers of restrictions, homeowners are keen to bring the outside in, saying goodbye to uncertainty, and hello to bright, open spaces. Here are some of the most popular summer home improvement projects predicted for this season:

New double glazed windows to improve your home

Increasing natural light and reinforcing the home’s thermal performance, countless homeowners are now investing in new windows. Astonishingly, around 30% of a home’s energy is lost through insufficient windows. With the sharp hike in energy bills, it’s no wonder that people are targeting this area of the home for improvement.

While quality double glazing will help to reduce energy bills in the winter, it will also ensure that the home does not become too hot in summer. You can enjoy all the benefits of natural sunlight, without overheating your interior. Suddenly, the home is transformed into a far more relaxing and healthy space.

Slimline bifold doors that bring the outside in

Bifold doors are set for another year of being one of the most popular and affordable home improvements. With their slim sightlines and minimalist aesthetics, bifold doors really help to bring the outside in and flood your home with natural light.

Seamlessly linking the house and garden, they also open up a host of opportunities for social gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a Summer BBQ, or just having a relaxing drink outside, bifold doors have already helped thousands of UK homeowners to achieve a balance ofindoor and outdoor living.

Knocking through walls for open plan living

Another extremely popular home improvement project amongst homeowners currently is knocking through walls to turn two rooms into one. After the claustrophobia of the last couple of years, ‘open plan’ interiors are becoming even more popular as people are looking to create a greater sense of freedom and space. However, I’d strongly advise contacting a professional to undergo this renovation for you, so as not to accidentally cut through vital electrical cables.

Other popular summer home improvements

Here are some other quick and easy home improvements you can make this summer:

• Declutter your home – separate what you need what from you don’t, and either recycle, sell, or donate your unwanted old items to charity. 
• Spruce up your garden – clear pathways, plant some flowers, and tend to your lawn in preparation for the summer. Your outside space will become far more enjoyable after a clear up and tidy.
• Check your gutters – winter can take its toll on gutters as falling leaves and other debris can build up and block drainage systems. Make sure your guttering is working effectively and kept free from blockages.
• Refresh your interior with a lick of paint – it’s amazing what a little TLC in and around the home can do. Splashing a fresh coat of paint onto your walls will brighten up your space in time for sunny days and lighter evenings.

Without doubt, light, space and energy-efficiency are the biggest priorities for homeowners for summer 2022. In Buckinghamshire and across the UK, we are ready to open up our homes to brighter summer days and a brighter future ahead. What home improvements are you planning this summer?