6 Surefire Ways to Spruce Up Your Home's Curb Appeal

Curb appeal is mentioned all the time in the real estate world, and can be a make or break factor when selling your home.

Even if you aren't looking to put your home on the market, maintaining good curb appeal is a great way to awe your house guests and make your neighbors jealous. Here are six ways you can improve yours.

Tidy Up Your Landscaping

Curb appeal is just as much about your landscaping as it is about your home. Do whatever you need to get your yard in shape – mowing your lawn, trimming your hedges, pulling weeds, mulching your garden beds, and planting some colorful flowers are all good places to start.

Re-Paint Your Siding

Your siding makes up a majority of your home's exterior, so it is important that yours looks as good as possible. On average, wood and aluminum siding should be repainted every five years to maintain good appearance. Vinyl siding, on the other hand, is colored all the way through, so it never needs to be touched up.

Refresh Your Hardware

Sometimes, the little things make the biggest difference. Installing new locks, doorknobs, and house numbers can all make your home stand out that much more.

Make Any Necessary Repairs

Does your home have any obvious eyesores – such as missing shingles, rotting wood, or cracked windows? Spend some time to fix them; your home will thank you!

Fix Up Your Front Door

Your home starts at the front door, don't you want to make a good first impression? According to Remodeling Magazine, installing a new steel entry door offers a return of investment of over 90% and is one of the best investments you can make for your home.

Install a New Driveway

The driveway is one of the first things that your guests see when they pull up to your house. A freshly-paved asphalt surface or beautifully-designed brick driveway can help make your home the talk of the neighborhood.

Looking for more ways to improve your curb appeal? Check out these 20 ideas from Better Homes and Gardens.

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