Easy Ways to Increase Curb Appeal of Your Home

First impressions are everything, which makes curb appeal a major factor when selling your home. Curb appeal is the first impression a buyer will have when looking at a home, and it is a great opportunity to get them to fall in love at first sight. We have gathered five easy DIY projects you can do to your home to increase curb appeal to leave an excellent first impression (whether you are selling your home or not!)

Plant a tree

We have a homework assignment for you. Next time you are driving through a neighborhood, take notice of the houses that catch your attention. Are they on a tree-lined street? Does that home have plenty of foliage?

Houses with trees have a special appeal. Although trees take years to grow fully, planting a tree will add curb appeal and longevity to your home. Just make sure the tree is planted in an area that it will have enough room to grow.

Grow a Garden

Flowers are also a colorful and beautiful way to add life and curb appeal to your home. Perennials are an easy and relatively low maintenance option, as they grow back on their own each year. If you have a large area that you are hoping to make use of, flowering shrubs such as Hydrangea or Azalea are great options as they only need to be planted once and will continue to bloom each year.

Freshen Up Paint

At an average of $25 a gallon, paint can go a long way towards sprucing up the outside of your home at a reasonable price. If you are looking for an easy DIY project, apply a fresh coat of paint to dull or chipping porch railings or window trim.

Feeling bold? Give your home a fresh look and choose a new color for your front door. A pop of color can go a long way to amp up curb appeal.

Detail Detail Detail

Paying close attention to detail will set your home apart from the others in your neighborhood. Dedicate some time to ensuring that your landscaping is trimmed and the weeds have been pulled from sidewalks and gardens.

Don’t be afraid to use a pressure washer on sidewalks and driveways, as well. A pressure washer will easily give your hardscape the deep clean it deserves. If you don’t own one, they can easily be rented at your local hardware shop. While you have it, you might consider using it on your deck, siding, or fencing, too.

Light It Up

Now that you have put in the hard work, make sure it doesn’t go unnoticed! Light up your entryway with new fixtures by your front door or install pathways lighting along the front entryway. These finishing touches will go a long way in adding curb appeal to your home at all hours of the day.

Whether you are looking to escalate the curb appeal of your home for potential buyers or for yourself, The Zielinski Real Estate Group is full of ideas to help you upgrade your home at a reasonable cost. We are always available to talk with sellers and offer advice and ideas to increase the curb appeal of your home.