Updates 1 Through 4 — Weekend DIY Under 100 Dollars
- Caulk every window and door frame at 20 dollars and two hours — stops air infiltration, prevents water damage, makes trim look fresh. Highest-ROI two hours available to Mt. Pleasant homeowners. 2. Replace interior switch plates and outlet covers at 30 to 50 dollars — discolored covers make every room look dated. 15 minutes with a screwdriver. 3. Replace exterior house numbers and mailbox at 40 to 100 dollars — faded house numbers signal neglect before a visitor reaches your door. 4. Paint the front door at 40 to 80 dollars — a fresh coat in a bold accent color is the single highest-impact DIY curb appeal improvement available to Isabella County homeowners.
Updates 5 Through 8 — Upgrade Projects Under 300 Dollars
- Install new exterior light fixtures at 80 to 200 dollars — 30 to 45 minutes per fixture. Match finish to house numbers and door hardware. 6. Add window boxes or shutters at 100 to 300 dollars — shutters sized correctly add architectural detail to plain rectangular windows. 7. Refresh deck stain or paint at 100 to 300 dollars — pressure-wash first, probe for rot before cosmetic work. 8. Replace interior door hardware at 150 to 400 dollars — all-matching finish throughout the home produces a significant visual upgrade.
Updates 9 and 10 — Call Energy Plus
9. New EP FlowSeries gutters — sagging, staining, or failing gutters degrade exterior appearance significantly. EP FlowSeries seamless aluminum in a coordinating color cleans up the roofline and protects the foundation. One day installation. Call (989) 833-1000. 10. New EP VinylSeries siding with EP TrimSeries trim — the transformation that changes everything about your Isabella County home’s exterior. Two to four days. Preview colors at our Design Studio at energyplushomeimprovements.com.
