Do you have a home improvement project on your New Year?s Resolution list? Maybe it?s the project that your spouse has been hinting for you to look into and start for the past few years? a deck that has been weathered and worn down after decades of use. A patio or hardscape area that needs to be expanded. Or perhaps you never get the chance to even enjoy the outdoors and your own yard, so you?re resolving to make 2013 the year in which you truly enjoy the nature and beauty of your own property?
According to USA.gov, these are the most popular New Year?s Resolutions. ?Many involve improving health, such as getting fit and running more regularly.
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Not surprisingly, there are also many popular resolutions revolving around enjoyment of life and luxuries, such as going on a trip or saving money toward other goals.
Many people start off the new year with good intentions to keep their resolutions, but according to a recent Forbes article, only 8% of people actually achieve their New Year?s goals. If you are in the majority, and have trouble sticking to your New Year?s Resolutions, here are 6 tips to keep you on task:
- Write it down. Physically writing down your ?resolutions or goals on paper, makes it more real. Commit your goals to writing can make you 33% more successful, according to a study by Dr. Gail Matthews at Dominican University of California.
- Get accountability. Ask a friend or family member to keep you accountable. Ask them to regularly call or e-mail to find out your progress on meeting your goals and sticking to your resolutions.
- Save up. If you haven?t budgeted for the project, start examining your finances and options as well as setting aside additional money each month.
- Set a timeline. Place dates and mark up your calendar or planner so you know when you to begin. For your home project you?ll need to allot time towards research, interviewing contractors and beginning the design process.
- Do your research.?If your resolution is to finally tackle a big home improvement project, make sure you take the time to thoroughly research the company/contractor you hire. For your own protection, you?ll want to make sure they hold the proper contractor?s license. In Maryland you can check the?Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation?website to search for contractor licenses?here. You?ll also want to make sure the company is insured and verify their warranty protection.
- Stick to it. Don?t give up! If you start to lose steam toward meeting your timeline or accomplishing your goals, you can place a picture of your dream house project on your fridge or on your desk at work. Visualize your goals. Be realistic, but also work hard to achieve your goals and be a part of the 8%.
Take these simple steps to get your project on track and complete your New Year?s Resolution home improvement project before another New Year?s Eve transpires.
If you?re thinking about building a new deck, 3- or 4-season room, sun room, screened porch, patio, trellis, pergola, arbor or fire pit at your home in Montgomery County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County or Prince Georges County MD, give us a call to discuss ideas. We?d love to help you with your next home renovation and help you check that off your New Year?s Resolution list! Our design consultation is free. Give us a call at 301-926-3001 or email us to schedule yours today.
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