Consider replacing your roof with shingles that are lighter in color or even using white tiles. Having a lighter-colored roof will reduce the amount of heat absorbed by your attic and upper floors, making your house more comfortable and reducing the energy needed to cool it during those hot summer months.
In order to save money on air conditioning costs during the summer, try installing ceiling fans. Ceiling fans recirculate air within a room, cooling it down without the need for turning on a central air system. They are relatively easy to install and can be installed in place of your lighting fixture.
There are a few electrical tasks that a non-expert can do around the home. One is replacing a light switch. After you turn off the electricity and remove the cover plate, detach the wires on the old switch and replace them in the same order on the new switch.
When you are shopping for a home, it is easy to see chipped paint, water damaged ceilings and rotting decks. However, other problems can only be spotted by an inspector, including roof defects, structural damage, and electrical problems, etc. Invest a bit of money before buying a house in order to save lots of dollars in the longer term.
Your home improvements will be especially satisfying because you did them yourself. Claiming the space and remaking it the way you want creates a feeling of accomplishment that you just can not hire out to someone else.