Have you ever driven through a historic neighborhood and found yourself in awe of the beautiful homes? Here are some surefire ways to give your home more curb appeal.

The goal of any homeowner should be to increase the value of their property. A great way to do that is to spruce up your home’s curb appeal. Think of what people see when they’re walking or driving by. The exterior of your home should be as interesting and inviting as the interior, and when it’s time to sell, home buyers will remember your home for its welcoming charm.

Replace Old Hardware

If you’re still using the door handle, house numbers, or light fixtures that were on your home when you bought it, it may be time to upgrade. This is a relatively affordable way to update the aesthetic of your home and add some stylish details to your home’s exterior. 

Dress Up Your Windows

Your home’s windows are the perfect canvas for adding striking detail to your property. Adding window trim, shutters, and even window boxes is a DIY-friendly way to transform your home. Window details are a low-cost and surprisingly effective way to make your home more appealing to passersby and potential buyers.

Refresh the Garden Beds

In terms of curb appeal, nothing is more attractive than a beautiful garden. If you don’t have much of a green thumb, your local gardening center will happily advise you on some low-maintenance shrubbery.

Flowers and shrubs add color and dimension to your yard, and trees can help reduce energy costs in the warmer months by filtering out some sunlight. Not to mention, a little landscaping goes a long way in preventing soil erosion and sustaining local bee populations!

Light Up the Yard

Adding some accent lighting to your yard is a great way to improve safety and security, and it can make your home look quite striking at night. You can use wired or solar-powered lights to illuminate walkways and use spotlights to show off your home. Landscape lighting offers an elegant addition to your garden so it can be appreciated at night.

Furnish the Front Porch

A front porch is a uniquely American no-man’s land between your neighborhood and your home. Adding a couple of rocking chairs or a porch swing is a nice way to extend your living area, and makes for an inviting place to engage with neighbors or just watch the world go by. 

Replacing the steps and the railing will not only ensure safety, it will breathe new life into your space. Adding some lighting and a few decorative touches, like trim molding and a frieze board, can transform your front porch and make your home stand out. 

Enhancing your home’s curb appeal is an important part of being a homeowner, particularly if you are considering selling your home. Call us to get a free home evaluation so we can show you exactly what you will sell your home for and how much you will make after all closing costs! We have programs and offer guarantees that will help you get your home sold in the timing you desire and for top dollar! Call us now at 304-316-6412