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Summer isn’t just for barbecues and backyard lounging, it’s the ideal time to give your home a high-performance upgrade. With longer days and drier weather, homeowners across Missouri and Kansas are perfectly positioned to take on impactful renovations that improve comfort, reduce utility bills, and boost long-term property value.

But where should you start? The answer: with a seasonal home efficiency audit.

Start with a Summer Home Efficiency Audit

Before swinging a single hammer or signing off on blueprints, a home efficiency audit lays the groundwork for smart summer upgrades. This audit evaluates your home’s thermal performance, identifying heat leaks, poor insulation, inefficient HVAC systems, and more. It’s the diagnostic step that helps you invest where it counts.

A detailed audit not only pinpoints energy-wasting culprits but also informs your priorities, ensuring every improvement is strategic and cost-effective. Whether you’re in a charming Kansas farmhouse or a modern Missouri build, this foundational step is a must.

Insulation Upgrades: Your Home's Secret Weapon

If your home struggles to stay cool in summer or warm in winter, insulation is likely the culprit. Buildet’s remodeling expertise goes beyond aesthetics, we dive deep into performance.

Attic insulation should be your first target. Heat rises, and without proper barriers, your energy dollars go right through the roof. Next up: wall and garage insulation. The garage is often overlooked, but poorly insulated garage walls can allow significant heat transfer, especially if there’s a room above it.

And while you're upgrading your attic insulation, it’s the perfect time to consider a dormer addition. Dormers bring natural light, ventilation, and valuable square footage to otherwise wasted attic space, ideal for extra bedrooms, offices, or lofts.

Upgrade Windows and Doors for Comfort & Efficiency

Once your insulation is in top shape, it’s time to seal the envelope. Energy-efficient windows are game-changers for comfort and cost. Buildet installs high-performance windows that not only block UV rays and improve insulation but also enhance curb appeal.

Doors matter too. Replacing outdated doors with insulated, airtight models improves security, prevents drafts, and keeps your climate-controlled air where it belongs.

Add sealing gaps and weatherstripping around windows, doors, and attic hatches, and your home’s envelope becomes a fortress against extreme heat or cold. These details may seem small, but they have an outsized impact on both comfort and utility bills.

Don’t Miss Out on Rebates & Tax Credits

Here’s something many homeowners overlook: your upgrades might be eligible for rebates and tax credits, at least for the next little while. While these may soon come to an end, energy-efficient improvements like insulation, windows, and HVAC systems have previously qualified for state and federal incentives, putting money back in your pocket.

Buildet stays up to date with available incentives in Missouri and Kansas. Our team can help you navigate rebate programs, making your summer investment even more worthwhile.

Ready to start your summer transformation? Contact Buildet today for a personalized consultation and discover how our expert team can bring your home improvement goals to life. Visit buildet.com to explore our services or request a quote. Your dream home is just a project away.