August marks National Curb Appeal Month which focuses on helping homeowners add value and design appeal to their home’s exterior. Do you have plans to increase the looks of your home?
The front of a house and surrounding property are your home’s first impression to visitors and neighbors. It is even more important when you are trying to sell your home as potential buyers will drive buy to take in the property. If you aren’t sure where to start when trying to update your home, here are some ideas:
Update the walkway. Friends and family enter your property and home often times via a walkway or sidewalk. Make sure that the edges are clean and the surrounding landscaping is well groomed. You may consider adding some flowers or plants along the edges if it makes sense. If your walkway is old, cracking or uneven, you may consider having it replaced. At Archadeck, we design and install beautiful paver walkways to guide visitors to the front of the home.
Pop the front of the home with color. Splashes of color can make a home look more fun and inviting. Color can be added to the front of the home can be done in a variety of ways. If you want something more permanent, you can paint your front door your favorite color. If you want something that can be easily changed over time, consider adding bright planters around the door or fun outdoor pillows on any furniture you have on your front porch. Flowers are also a great way quickly add more color to your property.
Update your front porch. A front porch or portico can make a great first impression when done well. At Archadeck Outdoor Living, we design and build front porches that fit the existing home. Whether it’s a porch that runs the width of the home, or a small portico to provide some cover for guests, a great front porch can add value and curb appeal to your home.
Add some unique finishes. The exterior of your home not only shows off your property, but also your personality. Look for ways to highlight who you are in your design. For instance, choose house numbers that have a fun or different design. Or, add some fun outdoor furniture to your front porch or patio.
Adding curb appeal can be as complicated as you want it to be. Both the large projects, like a new porch, or small ones like adding some flowers here and there, will make an impact.