30 Home Improvements That Won’t Affect Your Budget

25. Lighten Up

Windows are only one half of the lighting equation. With options ranging from smart lighting to recessed lights to traditional lighting fixtures, your options for overhauling your home’s lighting are flexible.

Average Cost: Purchased and installed, recessed lighting costs around $240.*

26. Dim It Down

For a cozy vibe, consider installing a dimmer switch for those new lights. The good news is, you don’t have to do a full-on lighting refresh for this project — dimmer switches can be installed at any time, and the installation only takes a few hours.

Average Cost: You’ll spend an average of about $60 to $135 per dimmer switch installation.