If you're preparing to sell or rent your home, one of the most overlooked aspects is curb appeal. With the Cleveland summer season coming to an end any updates to a home will add value and be more attractive to potential buyers or tenants.
Here are a few modifications your home mechanics suggest in order to help you increase curb appeal:
- Landscaping- Get your yard tastefully landscaped to enhance the quality of your home.
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Exterior Lighting- Install exterior entry lighting to make the most of what you've got, complementing your home's architecture, increasing security, and helping guests navigate their way to the front landing.
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Porch- Add a porch to your home and you will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also add hours of enjoyment for your family.
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Railing and Steps- If your front steps are plain or worn, transform the entry by replacing your deteriorating railings and steps.
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Your Front Door- Door replacement is another great option. This is one of the simplest and cost-effective ways to improve your home's curb appeal.
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Windows- Fitting new windows is a great way to update your property’s facade, and, depending on the age of your home, it doesn’t have to be too complicated.
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Roofing- On the exterior, cracked, missing shingles and bald spots can indicate significant damage. Signs of wear, missing gutters and loose material are also common signs that a roof has outlived its use.
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Siding- If the outside of your home is beginning to look weathered, siding can be a cost-efficient way to update its appearance.
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Hinges and Screen Doors- Screen doors are one of the best ways to enjoy nature while still maintaining a pest-free environment in your home. Replacing hinges is one way to be sure the screen door closes every time someone uses it.
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Scrape and Paint- An exterior paint job increases your home’s curb appeal and helps protect its trim, flashing and siding from damage from the elements. It’s a great idea to use more neutral colors when choosing a color for the exterior of your home, to capitalize on first impressions.
Don't want to tackle all of these jobs alone? Cleveland’s Reilly Painting & Contracting can take care of it all! Give us a call today to schedule an estimate.