Additional ideas....
Retractable screen door for front door (to allow air flow in cooler months) ... approx $350.
Add insulation over garage ($350)
We concreted in small landscaped area near front door and constructed 2 waist size walls to create a courtyard area near our entrance.
Not an improvement, but ... paid $600 for 10 year extended warranty on the heating/AC system.
Numerous shelves/storage areas for laundry room and garage.
Outdoor LED type solar lights to accent landscaping (new LED style lights last all night long) ($70)
Removeable, palm-themed opaque decal for shower door ($20)
Whole house surge protection (about $200)
Custom Door glass insert (Perry's door glass) for front door and sidelights (aprpox $1,000)
Metal wall sculpture art for stucco walls at entrance.
Plus all the other stuff Donna and Chuck suggested.
For L2's question, our best (top 3 improvements) were add on birdcage, landscape, and entry courtyard. "Top" based on our enjoyment of them.
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