These Are the Top Trending Summer Projects to Add to Your To-Do List

Summer is a time for slowing down and relaxing—but it’s also a great time to work on home improvement projects. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and you might even have a little more energy—so why not make some progress on that home to-do list? Ultimately, the top projects on your list will depend on your home’s specific needs and priorities, but it can still be helpful to see what others are doing and to pull some inspiration from there. That's why we're sharing Thumbtack's list of the top trending spring and summer home projects for 2024.

To pull together these trends, Thumbtack scoured its database of millions of projects in more than 500 categories. One of the biggest themes from the findings is that many homeowners seem to be ready for an aesthetic refresh. The number one most-booked project ahead of summer is interior painting, which is one of the fastest and most affordable ways to significantly change the look of your space. Similarly, the report also found an uptick in homeowners searching for help with wallpaper removal (up 77% YoY) and carpet removal (up 57% YoY), showing that a lot of homeowners are ready for a change. Find the full lists of the most-booked indoor, outdoor, and maintenance projects ahead of summer 2024.

Thumbtack's Most-Booked Indoor Projects Ahead of Summer

1. Interior painting ($1.21-$3.25 per sq. ft.)
2. Furniture assembly ($120-$150 on average)
3. TV mounting ($120-$150 on average)
4. Floor installation or replacement ($1,505 on average)
5. Carpet cleaning ($150-$200 on average)
6. Drywall repair & texturing ($250-$400 on average)
7. Bathroom remodel ($245 — $466 per sq. ft. on average)
8. Lighting installation ($150-$250 on average)
9. Home organizing ($60-$75 per hour on average)
10. Home remodeling (price depends upon rooms being remodeled)

It should come as no surprise that lawn mowing and general lawn care are the top most-booked projects ahead of the summertime. Less obvious, however, are all the ways in which more and more homeowners are prioritizing sustainability in their home improvement projects. Thumbtack specifically reports an uptick in installations of solar panels, as well as timer-driven automatic sprinkler systems, double-hung windows, and making other insulation updates to improve energy efficiency.

Thumbtack's Most-Booked Outdoor Projects Ahead of Summer

1. Lawn mowing ($55-$70 per hour)
2. Full service lawn care ($1,034-$5,720 on average)
3. Outdoor landscaping & design ($1,034-$5,720 on average)
4. Tree trimming & removal ($490 on average)
5. Pressure washing ($250-$350 on average)
6. Fence & gate installation ($7-$45 per linear foot on average)
7. Roof repair or maintenance ($223-$775 on average)
8. Concrete installation ($3-$10 per square foot on average)
9. Exterior painting ($3,014-$8,117 on average)
10. Deck or porch remodel or addition ($3,564-$10,750 on average)

When it comes to overall home maintenance help, hiring a general handyman made the top of the list, suggesting that a lot of homeowners are taking advantage of this season to finally work through a number of home tasks. One of the most pressing tasks on the minds of many right now, is making sure that their A/C is up and running. Duct and vent repair is up 112% YoY, Thumbtack reports, and A/C repair or maintenance is up a whopping 242% YoY. Similary, window tinting—which is used to keep homes cool while using less energy—is up 48% YoY and smart home installation or repair (to keep thermostats in good shape) is up 61% YoY.

Thumbtack's Most Booked Maintenance Projects Ahead of Summer

1. Handyman ($60-$75 per hour)
2. Appliance repair or maintenance ($80 on average)
3. Junk removal ($150-$225 on average)
4. Electrical & wiring repair ($75-$95 per hour on average)
5. Sprinkler and irrigation system repair and maintenance ($100 on average)
6. Plumbing pipe repair ($89-$117 per hour on average)
7. Plumbing drain repair ($89-$129 per hour on average)
8. Central A/C maintenance or repair ($80 on average)
9. Pest control services ($100-$140 on average)
10. Garage door repair ($125-$200 on average)
11. Gutter cleaning & maintenance ($200-$250 on average)