30 Home Improvements That Won’t Affect Your Budget

21. Make Over Your Front Door

If you’re renovating your home with the intent to sell, don’t underestimate the first impression your front door makes. According to ERA Real Estate Senior Manager of Program Development Kristin Wellins, people often make up their minds in the first seven seconds of seeing a house. Make an immediate statement with a new front door, or save big by sanding and painting the one you already have. If you pair this with a couple other small projects like upgrading lighting fixtures, your house can look refreshed in no time.

Average Cost: $385 to $607 for the door and the labor to install it.

22. Replace Your HVAC

This is one home improvement project that will have you feeling the difference. Not only will your home feel better thanks to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning upgrade, but it will also be more energy efficient — which can save you money in the long run. After completing this project, 77 percent of homeowners have a greater desire to be home, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Average Cost: Replacing your HVAC is estimated to cost around $7,475.