The fall weather provides an excellent opportunity to work on your home’s exterior. Whether you’re looking to sell your home or want to enhance your outdoor spaces, boosting curb appeal is a must. An attractive exterior captures the attention of home buyers and increases your property’s value. Use these tips to improve fall curb appeal.
Clear Away Fall Leaves to Improve Curb Appeal
Fall leaves are beautiful but can cause problems if not removed. A yard filled with leaves indicates a lack of proper upkeep. Make an excellent first impression on guests and potential buyers by raking the yard at least once weekly. Too many leaves on the lawn can suffocate the grass and cause brown spots.
Spruce Up the Home’s Exterior
To keep your house attractive, wash the siding, clean the windows, and make necessary repairs. Add seasonal flowers to the window boxes, put fresh mulch in the garden beds, and mow the lawn.
If your home’s paint is faded or chipped, it may be time to re-paint the house. Hire a professional to apply a fresh coat of weather-resistant paint to transform the look and feel of the property.
Improve Outdoor Lighting
As the days grow shorter, adequate illumination outside your house will boost safety and curb appeal. If you’re planning to sell your home, outdoor lighting will also increase its resale value and attract buyers. Use lanterns or floodlights to brighten the entrance areas, and install decorative lights along driveways and walkways.
Update the Front Door
Your front door is the first thing people will see before entering your home. Upgrade it to make the entryway more welcoming and attractive. Paint the door a vibrant color that complements the style of your home. Add potted plants and a fall wreath to highlight the entrance and create an inviting feel.
Fall Gardening Boosts Curb Appeal
Planting fall flowers near the mailbox to add color to your yard. Remove dead or dying plants from the flower beds and gardens. If your vegetable garden has finished producing for the year, pull the plants and till the soil to prepare the garden for next season. Weed the flower beds and add a mulch layer to protect perennials through the winter.
Keep Seasonal Decorations Tasteful
Subtle fall decorations add charm to your home and boost curb appeal, but going overboard can distract visitors and buyers from your property’s best features. Too many decorations make the outdoor space appear cluttered and messy. Keep fall décor tasteful and minimal, especially if you’re selling your home soon.
Upgrading fall curb appeal isn’t a difficult task. The above tips will help you make the most of the season and improve the exterior of your home.
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