Top 10 Home Improvements that are on many contractors’ lists. Some of them are more affordable than ever, thanks to rebates from local communities, utility companies and the federal government.

1. Replace windows

2. Install a new heating system and change filters

3. Clean air conditioning units

4. Install more insulation

5. Switch out inefficient appliances

6. Repair or replace roofs, gutters, downspouts

7. Paint

8. Prune trees

9. Mulch plantings

10. Replace lightbulbs

Before you hire anyone to take on work, get a written estimate.

Information above, paraphrased. For entire article, see:
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April 2013 by Barbara Ballinger