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8 Costco finds that'll get your home ready for 2026

Kelly Suzan WaggonerDecember 25, 2025 at 12:07 AM

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8 Costco finds that'll get your home ready for 2026 (miniseries via Getty Images)

Most homeowners wait until spring to tackle upgrades, but this time of the year offers a clear advantage. Retailers clear inventory with deeper discounts, and you can knock out projects before tax season when those receipts matter for potential deductions.

Costco makes year-end home improvements surprisingly accessible. Beyond bulk groceries, the warehouse club stocks professional-grade materials, smart home technology and energy-efficient upgrades that typically require visiting multiple stores.

Here are eight practical home upgrades to finish before 2026. Stack Shop Card bonuses with Executive Member rewards, and the savings add up fast. A few might even lower your insurance premium.

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AOL readers get money back with this limited-time offer on Costco Gold Star and Costco Executive Memberships — up to $60 in Costco Shop Cards.

Spend your Costco Shop Card online or at your local warehouse and enjoy all the perks of a basic or upgraded membership.

Limited-time offer through December 31, 2025.

$65 to $130 at Groupon1. Garage storage and organization — clear clutter and reclaim space

SafeRacks 5-Tier Wire Shelving Bin Storage Rack (Costco)

Costco has what you need to get organized with overhead storage, wire shelving and waterproof bins that make it simple to set aside seasonal gear, clear out clutter and simplify your space.

Trinity 4-Tier Wire Shelving Rack — Built to last, this adjustable rack holds up to 1,400 lbs., no assembly required. And it's priced at under $70.

Gorilla Racks 5-Shelf Z Beam — Five black melamine shelves offers ample storage of up to 650 lbs. each for under $90.

SafeRacks Bin Storage Rack — Need a more compact storage solution? This wire shelving unit went viral this year for good reason.

IRIS WeatherPro-Seal Storage Bins — Get this shelf-ready 4-pack of 44-quart bins for under $50.

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2. Lighting updates — brighten your space and boost safety

Artika Skyler Bubble Glass Sconce (Costco)

Get ready for cozy evenings with high-quality lamps, fixtures and bulbs — all at your favorite warehouse club.

Artika Skyler Bubble Glass Sconce — Add sparkle to your life with this indoor/outdoor sconce that emits 600 lumens, no bulbs needed, at under $37.

Energetic Lighting 14" LED Flush Mount Fixture — Modernize your kitchen or bathrooms with this minimalist flush-mount fixture priced at under $30.

Feit Electric LED BR30 Flood Bulbs — Don't forget the bulbs with this 12-pack priced at under $3.50 each

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3. New flooring — stand up to weather and foot traffic

Mohawk Home 12MM Thick 6.1in X 47.2in AC4 Waterproof Surface Laminate Wood Plank Flooring (Costco)

Keep muddy boots and everyday mess from tracking through your home with new flooring — whether you hire the pros or install it yourself. Right now, Costco's throwing in 10% back in Costco Shop Cards on installations to make the upgrade easier on your wallet.

Shaw Floors carpet and engineered hardwood — Costco connects you with trusted dealers offering industry-leading brands on carpet, hardwoods, vinyl and laminates to transform your home before the holidays.

Mohawk Home laminate flooring — Want to do it yourself? Choose from laminate wood plank flooring, finishings and transitions.

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4. Window treatments — trap heat and cut energy costs

Graber Custom Window Treatments — Natural Shades (Costco)

Prep for colder months with custom blinds, shades and shutters that block drafts and make your home holiday cozy.

Graber Window Treatments — Costco partners with Graber on custom blinds, shades and shutters with free cordless lifts on qualifying shades. Choose from cellular, layered, pleated classic Roman and more that fits the way you live.

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5. Kitchen upgrades — refresh your most-used space

Café 5.1 cu. ft. Built-In Beverage Center (Costco)

Get your kitchen ready for entertaining without the stress. Costco's got everything from pantry organizers to entertaining essentials that install or set up in minutes, not days.

Seville Classics 10-piece Bamboo Storage Box Organizer Set — Tidy up drawers, pantries, vanities and tabletops with this stylish set of bamboo boxes, a steal at under $35.

Café 5.1 cu. ft. Built-In Beverage Center — A big fan favorite, this Energy Star-rated beverage refrigerator stores up to 14 bottles or 126 cans with soft illumination and rose gold shelving. And you can get it before the holidays.

Danby 5.4 cu. ft. Dual-Tap Kegerator with Chrome Guard Rail — At under $730, this dual-tap keg cooler is bound to be the star of your kitchen, basement bar or game room for entertaining friends and family.

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6. Smart home updates — monitor and control from anywhere

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Plus Pack (Costco)

Energy savings don't stop at summer. Manage your heating costs and secure your home year-round with low-cost maintenance and safety upgrades you can control with an app.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Plus Pack — Save up to 26% on heating and cooling with this Energy Star–certified, wi-fi–enabled smart thermostat that also monitors air quality. Get a two pack at under $230 for pick up or delivery.

Ring Whole Home Camera Kit — Protect your home with this set including video doorbell, outdoor camera and indoor camera at only $120. Ideal for DIY installers.

Wyze Front Porch 2K Security Bundle — package deliveries, unexpected visitors and family access with this duo camera and video doorbell bundle priced at under $100.

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7. Bathroom updates — luxury touches that elevate daily life

TOTO Washlet KC2 Electronic Bidet Seat with SoftClose Lid (Costco)

Turn your bathroom into a spa retreat. From luxury showerheads to smart toilets, these weekend upgrades will make your home feel brand new.

Bathroom and kitchen faucets — Looking for an easy project before holiday guests arrive? Give tired spaces a facelift with new faucets and fixtures from top brands like Delta, Kohler and Hansgrohe.

Smart toilets and bidet seats — Toto, Kohler and Brondell smart seats and bidet attachments offer comfort and luxury you'll use every single day.

Multifunction and rain showerheads — A wrench, plumber's tape and afternoon's time, and you've got yourself a home upgrade you'll appreciate all year long.

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8. Outdoor prep — weatherize and protect your property

Lutec Outdoor LED Solar Post Light (Costco)

Dark evenings, cold garages and the looming threat of power outages — here's how to prepare for harsh weather while boosting safety and comfort for your family and anyone who visits.

Amarr Garage Doors — Crank up your curb appeal and insulate your garage from frigid weather with members-only prices and 10% back in Costco Shop Cards on qualifying installations.

Generac Gasoline-Powered Generator with COsense Technology — Ready for the unexpected with a 7.9-gallon-capacity portable generator that supports your entire home, including heating, cooling and large appliances, at the push of a button. At under $1,000, it's a price you can't beat.

Outdoor lighting — Brighten up dark evenings while keeping visitors safe with a range of LED lights, string lights and landscape lighting.

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Can a home upgrade lower your home insurance costs?

It just might! A monitored home security system, reinforced doors and windows, fire protection and other home upgrades can save you up to 15% or more on your home insurance policy. Even basic security systems and water leak detection systems stand to lower your annual premium.

Beyond security and safety upgrades, you can maximize savings on your home insurance in other ways:

Shop around at least once a year. Insurance rates vary wildly between companies, and so it's worth comparing at least three quotes every six to 12 months to make sure you're getting the best deal you're eligible for.

Ask about bundling discounts. Combining your home insurance, auto insurance, renters insurance or other policies with the same company might score you discounts of 10% to 15% — just compare separate policies against potential savings and your actual needs.

Increase your deductible. Raising your deductible from $500 to $1,000 or higher can reduce your premium, though be sure you have adequate emergency savings to cover the higher out-of-pocket cost if you need to file an insurance claim.

Consider paying annually. Most insurers offer discounts for paying your premium in full rather than monthly installments.

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