Home improvement activities are a great way to add value to your home. If you are adding something like an in-ground pool or a new addition, this is especially true. You also improve the value of your home with maintenance work like adding new windows. You can try smaller projects if you don't have any emergencies to take care of. And since there's plenty of low cost projects you can do, you can work within your budget. To help with your next home improvement project, here are some pointers to consider.