Here are our suggestions for improving your curb appeal. This list is not just for sellers but for anyone house proud. Please feel welcome to add your ideas and comments.
- All windows coverings seen from the curb should be white or punch it up by doing the coverings the same colour of the outside trim colour.
- Add a garden structure that is open or light in visual weight like a small bench, gate or pergola to create interest.
- Layering structural elements to front of your house: shutters, lighting, railings, ornamental wrought iron, will create depth and more interest. Light things up!
- A row of boxwood kept manicured would serve as a natural border between lawn and a row of purple sand cherries. Beautiful contrast from road!
- Full and lush bushes at the front of the house add interest and depth to the look; try different types of foliage for even more contrast.
- Hang out that wreath on your front door.
- Paint the trim around your garage and front doors this weekend whether selling or not, it will punctuate your facade.
- Cleaning up dead leaf and foliage from your front gardens greatly improves its appearance in early spring.
- Homes for sale facing north would benefit from brighter plantings like gold leaf spirea; blue junipers, white, yellow and orange annuals.
- Your front door should be the focal point, not the garage. A bright front door colour that complements the house colour leads visitors to your entry easily.
- Over seed your lawn in cooler temperatures, a rich, healthy lawn says “well maintained” and makes buyers pay attention.
- A clean-edged garden looks professional and better than those framed with little metal or plastic edgers.
- Clean up your gardens now if you are selling! New garden soil top up will look rich, deep and healthy. This shows you maintain well.
- Bushes and grasses can enhance your curb appeal both thru colour and structure. Using these effectively can be welcoming.
- Gardens have a big impact on your curb appeal. Choose the right colour and types of plantings for your house.
- Wash around door handle and trim (use a baking soda & water paste), remove all spider webs.
- Sweep and pressure wash your steps; people will notice everything when waiting at the door.
- Wash your outside lighting; they will be brighter and sparkle, adding to your curb appeal.
- Don’t clean your windows on a sunny day = too many streaks! Do it on a cloudy day instead.
- If selling and your home looks like it is missing some curb appeal add some shutters to the windows. They give a friendly and balanced look.
- If your house faces North and you’re selling, put a punchier and brighter colour on the front door so it grabs attn from potential buyers.
- Are your eavestroughs dripping? Clean ’em out and repair so water doesn’t flow to your basement and doesn’t drip on buyers at the front door.