Everyone wants their home to look nice. In fact, improving your home’s curb appeal can increase its value by 3 to 5 percent.

Your home’s exterior is like a book cover. People judge the outside. Whether you are thinking about selling or just want to improve your home’s look, you should start with the home exterior.

Want to improve your home exterior, but not sure where to start? Here are some simple ways you can add some beauty and improve your home’s exterior and curb appeal.

1. Light It Up

Exterior home lighting can make your home look regal at night. You can add floodlights, path lights, or lamposts. Plus, it also makes it easier to see, so it’s a safety and security benefit.

Don’t stop there. Take a look at your lights by the garage or on your porch. If they are outdated, replace them with newer fixtures or simply paint your old ones for a new look.

2. Make the Front Door Pop

Your front door doesn’t have to blend in. You can paint it a color to make it pop. Make sure you choose a bold color that enhances the other color in your home’s exterior and doesn’t clash.

After you paint or update your door, consider some front door decor. You can use wreaths for more than Christmas. Find seasonal wreaths to add some beauty to your front door.

You can find faux plants, greens, or florals to add some seasonal elements and make your door stand out.

Think about upgrading your door handles as well, and adding a welcoming mat for a complete look.

3. Tend to Your Landscape

Make sure your landscape is fresh and trimmed. This includes your beds and lawn. You can add some new bushes and flowers to update the look, or add planters and window boxes for visual points.

Don’t forget to spruce up the beds with some fresh mulch. It will help freshen up the bed and make your plants stand out.

Pull all your weeds and make sure you rake up all those leaves. You should water and mow your lawn regularly. A nice lawn can really improve the look of a home.

4. Fix It

Walk around your home and fix anything that is an eyesore like a ripped screen, chipped paint, or burned out lightbulbs. These little things can quickly add up.

Spruce up any areas that need painted and replace any flaws you see. Be sure to look at your deck and patio because this can also improve the appeal of your home.

Don’t forget your driveway. If there are unsightly cracks, you should get your driveway resealed or repair the cement. Don’t let weeds grow in those cracks.

5. Give Your Home Exterior a Good Cleaning

If your home hasn’t been washed in a while, consider giving it a good clean either by hiring a company to power wash or renting a power washer and doing it yourself. Don’t forget to wash your windows and all the trim as well.

If your roof has grime, you should also have it cleaned along with gutters. A clean house always looks better, and you will see an instant shine.

Update Your Home Today

These are just a few ways you can improve your home with a home exterior makeover. These little steps can really improve your home’s look if you don’t want a full exterior home remodel.

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