1. Punch Up the Windows
You can easily highlight the architectural elements by painting the outside trim with colors that set them off from the rest of the home. For an extra punch, go ahead and add shutters or flower boxes.
2. Dress Up the Yard
A good visual mix can make small lots look larger. Try sprucing up the front with ornamental grasses, flowers, stones, and other landscaping materials. If you're looking for easy maintenance (which could also be a selling point to a potential buyer), use native plants - they need less water and fertilizer.
3. Tend to the Roof
Make sure the roof is in the best shape by replacing weathered or missing shingles. If you have a porch, this is a must.
4. Accentuate with Paint
When choosing a color scheme, decide on one that calls attention to key architectural details. No matter what type of home you have, there are colors that can make it pop. Depending on the color of your home, a red front door has been known to draw lookers.5. Entrance Exam
Consider adding a portico or porch. Either will frame the front door, and a porch can add extra living space for a fraction of the cost of an insulated addition.
6. Shape Up Siding
Check to see that shingles, clapboards, and masonry are in good conditio. Spotless siding helps a home's details stand out.
Fixing up the exterior of your home is a sure way to boost the appeal - and ultimately the value. Experts have shown that the right colors can increase home value by as much as $10,000. So whether you decide to hire a painter/contractor or flex your Do-It-Yourself muscles, tackling these projects will give your home a better chance of selling quickly in the not-so-far-away Spring.
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