5 Ways To Enhance Your Curb Appeal
Did you know that there are ways to enhance your home’s curb appeal without getting involved in an expensive remodeling project? The exterior of your home is the first thing people will see. Doing things like yard work or updating exterior fixtures will help create a welcoming look leading into your front door. No matter if you are looking to sell your home or just want to give it an update, doing these simple projects can make a huge difference.
1. Exterior Painting
If you don’t need to do a full-exterior paint on your home, you can still make a difference by painting specific accents of your home exterior. Painting or retouching things like trim, shutters and doors will noticeably improve your homes value and curb appeal. There’s a chance that these exterior accents haven’t been touched since they were installed. Therefore, giving them a quick refresh can go a long way. Having a freshly painted front door can instantly draw the attention of visitors or buyers as they enter your home. Whether you choose a bold accent color or maybe a more neutral color that matches your trim, exterior painting is sure to boost the curb appeal of your home.
Painting Shutters, Trim, and Garage Door
2. Upgrade Hardware & Fixtures
Replacing the hardware on and around your home is a quick way to give it an updated look. Simple items to upgrade can be light fixtures, door handles, house numbers and mailboxes. If you want to avoid the cost of installing brand new fixtures, consider painting them to still achieve that brand new look. Coordinating the colors for each item can also bring a cohesive look and feel to your home. Installing lights next to your front door and around the front entryway of your home can enhance your home’s features in the evenings. This will create focal points and achieve the same level of curb appeal at night.
3. Yard Work
A yard that is overgrown with weeds and bushes can really distract buyers or guests from the rest of your home. With a busy schedule it can be easy to let your yard get away from you, but there are a few things you can do to enhance your curb appeal without spending all your free time trying to maintain it. Laying down mulch and prepping your yard in the spring is essential in keeping it healthy and limiting weed growth. Adding new plants and bright flowers along your house or under your windows can also create an inviting look. Even just trimming bushes and mowing your lawn can really make a positive impact.
Full Landscape Clean Up
4. Decorations & Furniture
If you are looking for a way to further personalize your home’s exterior, consider adding front porch decorations or furniture pieces. You can bring your own style to the exterior by adding a wreath to your front door, a welcome mat, potted plants, or other small decorations. If you are looking to do more and you have a large front porch, it might be a good idea to add some furniture pieces to your front porch. A few chairs, a table, and a rug can create the perfect spot to relax with a morning cup of coffee. Adding seasonal decorations can also be a fun way to give your home a stylized look while still being able to change it up throughout the year!
5. Pressure Washing & Window Washing
Pressure washing can be done yourself or you can hire a professional. Either way, this cleaning process can make your home look brand new! You can bring back the true colors of your home by pressure washing your home’s exterior. You can also easily tackle smaller pressure washing projects on your driveway or porch.
Another simple curb appeal project is window washing. Nothing is more saddening than looking out your window on a beautiful sunny day and your view is cloudy. This is a budget friendly task that can be complete in a day and can really change the view of your home from the outside.
Pressure Washing Driveway
