Ways to Add Curb Appeal
The first step in achieving great curb appeal is to start with a clean house. Power washing the exterior is a great way to remove dirt, grime and moss that have accumulated. All of the windows should be clear and sparkling. If some are hard to reach with a normal ladder, consider hiring a pro to help. Get into the gutters and the roofline to remove all dirt, leaves and branches. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Gia A.)
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Trim, prune and shape all trees, bushes and shrubs. Just as people need frequent haircuts, so does the greenery in your yard. Once everything is in order, plant some colorful flowers, add new mulch, shrubs and cover bare spots in the grass with seed or sod. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member George S.)
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A new coat of paint will brighten up any house. While you’re at it, consider changing up the color. Fresh paint can instantly update outdated siding or trim and make it look like new. If you live in a neighborhood with a homeowner’s association, be sure to clear color choices through officials first. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Peter B.)
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A tiny front porch on a larger home looks out of place and lacks presence. Expanding the porch or steps can make the house seem more modern. Modify steep, narrow steps by making them wider in both length and width. Use modern materials, such as stamped concrete, granite, slate or tile for the front of the risers, which are noticeable from the street. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Benjamin C.)
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The front porch often gets neglected, as people enter their homes through the garage, or a side or back door. Add some presence to your porch by using decorative light fixtures, large planters with colorful blooms, a nice rug and some chairs or a bench to create an inviting atmosphere. Inject a pop of color by painting the front door. You can put up a railing, or a low brick or stone wall to frame the porch and create a welcoming space. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Susan O.)
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Architectural elements, such as columns, can help give your home its own unique curb appeal. Added shutters, molding and paint also can help to enhance the exterior. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Scott K.)
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Resurfacing worn driveways is an instant upgrade to your home's exterior. Materials such as brick pavers or stones also can be used for driveway upgrades. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Jessica O.)
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Creating symmetry in your home's landscape can bring a visual boost to its curb appeal. Experiment with placement of trees, shrubs, plants or flowers. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Stephanie K.)
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Everything from the mailbox and street numbers to the doorknob and the knocker affects the overall impression of a home from the curb. Pay attention to how interior window fixtures, such as curtains and blinds, look from the outside. Don’t forget to take a night view of your house. If it gets lost in the darkness, consider adding landscape lighting for a final pop. (Photo courtesy of Angie's List member Lars O.)
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