The Best Times to Start New Interior and Exterior Home Projects
Timing isn't just about the calendar — it's about contractor availability, material costs, and weather windows. Here's the insider schedule.
Planning a home improvement project? Timing is everything. Whether you're revamping your kitchen, adding a new deck, or giving your home's exterior a fresh coat of paint, the time of year you start your project can significantly impact cost, quality, and the speed of completion.
Spring (March – May): Exterior Projects
Spring is the ideal season for exterior work. The weather is mild, contractors are ramping up for the busy season, and you can get projects done before summer heat. Focus on: deck building, exterior painting, landscaping installation, and roof repairs.
Contractor tip: Book your spring exterior contractor in January or February. By March, the best contractors are already booked for spring slots.
Summer (June – August): Interior Projects
Summer is paradoxically better for interior work — contractors are busy outside, which means interior specialists have more availability and sometimes lower rates for kitchen and bathroom remodels.
Best summer projects: Kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, flooring installation, HVAC replacement.