Buying a new home is an exciting time. You are the first person to live in that space and can make it your own. 

Often homes in communities with tract homebuilders don’t give buyers options, like paint colors, flooring, light fixtures, and other details. The house comes predesigned and can feel cookie-cutter. 

It’s normal to want to personalize your home. Thankfully, you don’t need to rip up your new floors or make other significant changes. Instead, focus on areas where you can make DIY changes at an affordable budget.

Tips on How Best to Personalize Your New Build

Add a Pop of Color with Paint

Tract homes usually come with a primary paint color. Often the entire home uses the same paint color. One easy way to update the space is with pops of color. Consider painting an accent wall or smaller spaces, like bathrooms, bedrooms, or the home office. 

Install New Window Treatments

New construction usually doesn’t include window covers. Yet, window coverings offer many benefits. They add privacy, help stabilize the indoor temperature, and offer design appeal. Select from a wide range of options, including blinds, roman shades, curtains, and more. 

Build a Custom Deck

One great thing about living in Florida is the beautiful weather year-round. What better way to customize your space while enhancing outdoor living than with a custom deck? Often tract homes only include basic steps or a small porch. A larger deck adds curb appeal and function to your new home. 

Upgrade Light Fixtures

Builder-grade light fixtures attempt to appeal to a wide range of styles but may feel stale. Light fixtures offer an easy-to-install way to add character to any room. The price for light fixtures also varies widely to fit any budget. Add a new light fixture to a dining room or above bathroom sinks to add visual interest.

Change Faucets in Sinks and Showers

Much like light fixtures, faucets are typically easy to switch out. Plus, faucets can change the look and feel in a smaller space, like a bathroom. Upgrading showerheads and faucets can also add function. Faucets come in various price ranges too. Homeowners have an easy way to personalize frequently used areas. 

Select Area Rugs

Many new tract homes include luxury vinyl flooring or another type of solid flooring. Area rugs add warmth and comfort. Plus, area rugs offer an affordable and convenient way to personalize a room. For homes with an open floor plan, area rugs also break up the larger space to create the feel of separate areas. 

Enjoy Your New Home

At Kenco Home Inspections, we help clients with the home buying process by offering home inspection services. Even when buying new construction, a home inspection protects your investment. 

It’s essential to understand the current condition of the home. The walk-through isn’t enough to catch errors or mishaps. A buyer’s home inspection checks the home’s major systems as well as the details. 

We serve clients in Southeast Florida with expert service. Our inspections include a detailed written report. 

Contact us today to schedule an inspection.