From a kitchen pantry clean out to a custom shed build, there are simple, affordable home projects that will quickly make a living space feel larger and more organized.

Some renovation priorities remain unchanged: Kitchen and bathroom upgrades and remodels were highly recommended by Realtors® in 2019, and continue to top most homeowners’ lists now.

A special advertising section published Thursday, September 17, 2019 in the Portland Press Herald.

While each individual project might not result in jaw-dropping savings, homeowners who follow many of these recommendations may end up saving more than $1,000 per year.