A seasonal guide to the best time of year to renovate your home

With an increase of 170% in searches for ‘house renovations’ since Christmas1 and the housing market in uncertainty, more homeowners are choosing to renovate their homes rather than move.

With one in three UK homeowners (32%) planning to take on major home renovation projects this year2, premium window and door designer, The Residence Collection, sheds light on the optimal months for renovating specific areas of the home to maximise efficiency and minimise disruptions.

Spring (March, April, May)

As spring arrives, bringing warmer days and longer daylight hours, it's the ideal time to think about sprucing up your home's exterior. With four bank holidays taking place during this season, it's an opportune time to plan for significant exterior renovations, with the May bank holiday being traditionally the most popular time for home improvements.3

Spring's mild weather helps materials such as caulk cure properly, ensuring these exterior renovations are done effectively and can withstand the elements. Consider tackling projects like:

Installing new windows and doors
Checking and repairing your roofing
Repointing loose brickwork
Plastering internal walls

Summer (June, July, August)

Recent surveys show that 33% of homeowners are planning bathroom remodels this year4, while 28% are looking into kitchen upgrades5. So, if you've been contemplating these changes, Summer might be the perfect time to dive in and make your home more comfortable and stylish.

During the summer months, holidays present an advantageous opportunity for many homeowners to tackle interior renovations. By temporarily leaving their homes, homeowners can avoid the inconvenience of living amidst ongoing construction.

Take advantage of the UK's warmest weather to tackle those big interior renovation projects that might require you to spend more time out of the house or disrupt your usual routines. This may include the following:

Remodelling your kitchen
Upgrading your bathroom
Replacing flooring
Redecorating your living spaces
Freshening up the whole house with a new coat of paint

Autumn (September, October, November)

The mild temperatures of autumn create comfortable conditions to complete outdoor projects ahead of Winter. The cosy atmosphere of the season motivates homeowners to enhance their living spaces before gatherings commence for Halloween, Bonfire Night and Christmas. Autumn is an ideal time for:

Updating your garden's vegetation in response to cooler temperatures alleviates stress on the plants
Improving insulation to stay warm ahead of Winter
Investing in new soft furnishings, such as blankets and window dressings, ahead of winter

Embarking on these projects ahead of Winter helps to protect your property, improve energy efficiency, and ensure maximum enjoyment of both indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the colder months.

Winter (December, January, February)

During the Winter, when budgets can feel a bit tighter, especially after the Christmas season, it's a great opportunity to tackle those DIY projects you've been considering in the first few months of the year.

Engaging in DIY projects not only brings a sense of achievement and satisfaction but also adds value to your home. Plus, the slower pace of winter allows you to devote more time and attention to detail, ensuring your projects turn out beautifully.

These could be:

Touching up small paint jobs
Upcycling furniture to give it a fresh look
Adding shelving for extra storage space
Enhancing your space with accent walls using paint, wallpaper, or panelling

Jo Trotman, Marketing Manager at The Residence Collection and Window Widgets, comments: “As we have seen a rise in searches for ‘house renovations’ by 170%1, it becomes clear how homeowners are prioritising this. By aligning renovation projects with the optimal months of the year, homeowners can maximise efficiency, minimise disruptions, and achieve their desired outcomes with confidence. Whether enhancing curb appeal, improving functionality, or increasing energy efficiency, strategic timing is key to renovation success.”

For more information on the best time of year to renovate elements of your home, visit: https://www.residencecollection.co.uk/news/our-guide-to-renovation/