Enhancing the look or size of your home or handling repairs are good examples of home improvement. There are many projects that you can complete with only a minimal investment and some basic skills. Follow these suggestions to help you boost your efforts and get ideas. You should gain some idea of the choices available to you.

Be sure to consider the type of material you plan to use before building an addition to your home. Using wood may increase your insurance premiums because of the added risk of fire. Steel and concrete are more durable and fire-resistant, so choosing one of these options can help keep your annual insurance premiums low.

Add shutters to the outside windows on your home for a dramatic change in architecture. If your exterior looks a bit drab or flat, you can use this simple tip to give it much more depth and interest. …