Tips For Thriving In Place Home Upgrades In Illinois

Nobody wants to think about aging, but it happens to all of us. For many, enjoying retirement in Illinois means taking up golf full-time and extended vacations. It also means thinking about where you’re going to live.

If you’re a homeowner heading into your older years, you may be thinking about being able to remain in your home for as long as you can, even if you have a health or mobility issue. In fact, making improvements for living comfortably and independently in your home for as long as possible has become one of the most popular renovation projects for people over the age of 60.

By making home improvements now using an experienced and knowledgeable HomeAdvisor contractor, you’ll be well prepared to enjoy your home at any age.

If you think you’re too young to start remodeling your home, you’ll want to reconsider. Here are the top benefits for thriving-in-place projects:

• Fight the aging-in-place myth. Remodeling your house now isn’t about getting old, it’s about adding functional improvements to your home to make it more comfortable and convenient for everyone.
• Prepare ahead of time. By making improvements now you’ll be able to the choose the right home upgrades before you need them.
• Maintain your quality of life. Doing upgrades now lets you make a lifestyle choice to live in a neighborhood that you’re familiar with in a home you love.

Thriving-in-Place Improvements

There are several areas that you can focus on when it comes to thriving-in-place renovations and upgrades:

1. Bathroom modifications

Making sure your bathroom is safe and easier to use is one of first areas to upgrade. Consider a bathroom design that includes non-slip surfaces and replacing the bathtub with a zero-edge shower.

2. Kitchen redesign

Redesign your kitchen for more convenience and accessibility. Start by installing pull-out cabinets and shelves and lowering countertops.

3. Smart home technology

Installing smart home technology lets you use voice activation to operate appliances, lights, and thermostats in your home. Smart homes also give you the added security of being able to connect quickly with family and friends.

Other additions to add comfort and safety include electrical upgrades to improve lighting in entryways and on stairs and relocating the laundry room from the basement to the ground floor.

Contact a HomeAdvisor remodeling contractor in Illinois for a consultation and estimate to determine what thriving-in-place options and renovations are right for your home.

This Patch article is sponsored by HomeAdvisor.