How to Increase Curb Appeal and Sell Your Home

Selling your home in a seller’s market means that prospective buyers are a little more serious about purchasing a home. However, these advantages, along with others, might not do much for you if your home doesn’t look sweet from the street. The first impression prospective buyers get when they drive up to your property will likely stick with them long after the showing. Here’s a handy list of things you can do as a seller to improve your curb appeal and boost your home’s value.

Hire Landscaping and Tree Professionals

Even with brown grass and dead bushes, your property can catch the eye of prospective buyers. One of the best ways to accomplish this is by hiring a landscape gardener to create and/or maintain your green spaces.

Also, bring in professionals to take a look at your trees. This way, you can get an expert opinion on what you need to do to improve them. Regular pruning keeps your trees healthy and reduces the amount of insects in your yard. Learn about tips for finding local tree trimming services and research contractors in your area.

Manage the Exterior Lighting

Proper lighting on your property is essential to ensuring your own safety and the safety of prospective buyers, but it also allows buyers to see your home clearly and can give your home an inviting aura. Walk around your property to check all the light bulbs, and replace any bulbs that are burned out.

You also might want to consider adding extra lighting if your home needs it. For instance, landscape lighting can go a long way in boosting curb appeal and illuminating the driveway and walkways. Also, putting in a lantern or two in the entranceway and hanging string lights can add a nice touch of ambience to your property.

Clear the Space

The property will look much cleaner if your driveway and walkways are clear. Keep in mind that you also don’t want a bunch of clutter littering your lawn and other parts of your property. Be sure to store away any equipment and tools you aren’t currently using, and keep the entranceway clear of shoes and other items.

Add Some Color

Similar to how lighting can bring charm to your property, so can color. Consider throwing a bright color of paint on your front door to add a pop to your home’s exterior. You can also incorporate color by adding vibrant garden ornaments, painting the shutters and trim, adding planters with flowers, and putting out mosaic pots.

Make Upgrades to Improve Appraisal Value

Minor upgrades to your property can go a long way in boosting curb appeal as well. If your mailbox has seen better days, consider replacing it or repainting it. If your house numbers are old or indistinguishable, install new house numbers that stand out when you drive up to the home. Also, look for any other areas that could use a fresh coat of paint, such as your fences, banisters and handrails. Don’t overlook other areas in need of repair, such as cracked sidewalks or a driveway with potholes. And be sure to work with the experienced professionals at Tee Cee's Power Blasters to power wash your home, walkways, and driveway!

Curb appeal matters anytime you’re selling a home. Make a point to add some polish to your home’s exterior by taking steps like adding lighting, pruning your trees, and clearing your yard. You’ll set the stage for a better price and fewer days on the market.

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