1. Improve Home Value

Adding outdoor space, remodeling your kitchen or bath, or finishing off the basement can increase the value of your home.

2. Modernize your home

New paint, hardware, cabinets and countertops can help give your home a more contemporary look.

3. Low interest rates

With interest rates near historic lows, now is a great time to invest in home remodeling. To find out what you qualify for, please contact Shea Mortgage.

4. Go Green!

Watch your energy and water bills go down each month with Energy Star appliances, new windows that keep the drafts out, upgraded insulation and low-flow water fixtures.

5. Enjoy outdoor living and entertaining

Screen porches, decks, patios, outdoor fireplaces and grills...make the outdoors another room of your house. These items enhance entertaining and increase the value of your home.

6. Build the kitchen or bath of your dreams!

Big and small things can upgrade these spaces. A new stove, granite countertops, new shower doors and updated lighting are great ways to start. Or start from scratch and design that gourmet kitchen or luxurious bath you've always wanted, from the floor up!

7. Add on and expand your space

Give your family more room to spread out and breathe! Extend the great room, finish the basement or attic, add a extra bedroom or bath. Instead of selling your home and moving to find more space, simply add on to the home you're in.