Now that summer is here, it’s important to take a little bit of time to give your property a curb appeal boost.
And the great news is that you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars or take the entire weekend to give your home a much-needed facelift.
In fact, there’s plenty of things you can do that are free – or close to it – that will make people look twice at your home (in a good way!).
Here’s a few project ideas for this weekend…
Clean Your Home’s Exterior
Dust and dirt that’s blown around by our Wyoming winds have to find a place to land, and unfortunately one of the areas it can really build up is on your house.
No matter what kind of siding you have, it can stand to have a bath every now and again, and this time of year is a perfect time to tackle the task.
Just hook up your hose to a power washer, and if you don’t have a power washer, a regular hose nozzle might do the trick. Work from the top to bottom, one side of the house at a time, paying particular attention to under the eaves where cobwebs also like to hang out. Have a little fun while you’re at it and start a water fight with the kids!
Add Some Color
If your home is looking a little drab, you don’t have to paint the whole house to add visual impact.
You can paint the front door a new, bold color, or repaint your shutters to add a bit of color to the front of your house.
You can even add flowers to pots on the porch or in a flower bed if you have one. A bright rug in front of the door or colorful cushions on the deck furniture can have a surprisingly positive impact on how your home looks from the street as well.
Get Rid of Eyesores
When it comes to curb appeal, you obviously want people to notice the nice things about your home.
That means hiding things that aren’t exactly pretty, like the air conditioner, garden hoses, and the trash bins.
Lattice is an inexpensive item you can find just about anywhere around town, and you can easily make it into a blind that covers unsightly items. A well-placed plant, bush, or tree can also help distract people’s attention away from mechanical or functional items, too.
The point is that looking at your home with a critical eye can help you identify what’s working for your curb appeal and what isn’t. And when you identify the things that need to be addressed, it often doesn’t take long to check one of the items off your to-do list!