There are some home expenses that are not a big cost, and therefore you don't make a big deal about it (small things such as paint jobs or even replacing fixtures in your home). However, there are other expenses that are quite costly and which will oftentimes cause you to pause and consider whether or not you really can make the changes. These major renovations are often extremely pricey, and they can involve a ton of logistical issues that you need to take time out of your schedule to manage and coordinate with the contractors. However, you should consider the long term benefit of these investments because they can add a tremendous amount of value to your home and, in the long run, save you money. Here are a few things to consider.

Repair Your Basement Foundation

If your basement is not sound, then you will at least suffer the consequences of lots of water damage. The problem with an unsound basement is leaking water from heavy rainstorms or even runoff from a big storm that hits the area. If your basement hasn't been treated with the proper water protection, then it's very likely that the foundation might not be in great shape. The more water damage that has hit your foundation, then the more likely it is that your foundation will suffer. This is why you should bring in a contractor to assess the situation and determine if basement foundation repair needs to be done soon and, if so, what needs to be done. There are foundation wraps that you can have your contractors install, or you can have them use sealers that will coat the concrete and brick and make it so that you don't have water leakage into your space.

Replace Old Tiles On Your Roof

You also want to look at your roof and make sure that your tiles are in great shape. If you have a roof where the tiles are not in good shape, then you risk letting the underlayment be destroyed and allowing the rain to come in. The first step is to bring in the roofers who can get up on the roof and determine if the roofing tiles are in good shape. If they are in good shape, then you won't have to worry about replacing them or replacing the fundamental. However, if the tiles are not in good shape, then you will need to have them replaced. A total roof replacement is somewhat expensive, but it will save you money in the long run because the roofing tiles and protected underlayment will remain intact and prevent any more damage to the outside.