Upgrade your dishwasher.

You probably depend on your dishwasher more than any other appliance in your kitchen. Sure, you love your oven, but even if you don't use it to prepare a meal (cereal for dinner, anyone?) you'll still have dishes that need to be cleaned. So make sure your dishwasher is up to the tasks. Upgrading your dishwasher can actually help you lower your energy bills since many modern dishwashers are more efficient at cleaning with less energy usage than their older counterparts. A new dishwasher can be an aesthetic upgrade to your kitchen, too; you'll be able to match the finish to your oven or refrigerator for a more cohesive look. It's worth looking at what new dishwashers on the market can offer you; some even have smart-home features that allow you to start them with your voice.

Install a water filter.

Putting an under-the-counter water filter into your kitchen isn't just convenient, it's a really eco-friendly update. If you love drinking cold, filtered water but feel bad about the effects those plastic bottles have on the environment, this is the perfect solution. Installing a water filter allows you to get cold, filtered water on demand whenever you want it, so your entire family can fill up your reusable water bottles whenever you want and carry them with you throughout the day. These systems are great because they are totally out of sight, out of mind; they tuck in underneath your sink, so they don't take away from the appearance of your kitchen. You'll know they are hard at work, though, thanks to the fresh, clean tasting water they provide right from your tap. They are a must-have for anyone who hates drinking tap water because of the taste or smell.

Get hot water on demand.

Speaking of on-demand water, consider upgrading your kitchen sink to include hot water on demand. This is one of those upgrades that once you have it, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. These upgrades involved putting a special tap on your sink that delivers instant boiling hot water. That means you won't have to waste water allowing the sink to run so the temperature heats up. It can also cut down on your cooking time since you won't be waiting as long for the water to boil on the stove top. There are safety features on these sinks that prevent them from accidentally delivering the hot water when you don't need it, meaning you don't have to worry about scalding yourself when washing your hands, for instance.

Similarly, we can install a pot filler at your stove top. This allows you to fill large pots right at the stove without carrying them back and forth from the sink. It's another one of those upgrades that you'll wonder how anyone lives without!