Adding Curb Appeal to Your Home

We all know it – A beautiful looking face makes us remember it. The same goes for real estate. The exterior of a house can make or break a home sale and either make your very interested, or not interested at all. Continue reading, for some things that a homeowner can do to add curb appeal to a house when trying to sell it.

When it comes to selling a house, first impressions are everything. The exterior, including the roof, siding, windows, doors, yard, driveway etc., should work as a preview of what is to come when potential buyers enter the house. Homeowners often get so used to certain defects on their house, that they forget to think of the impact it has on other people – that is why acting like a buyer is definitely a great idea, because in this way, you might notice something that you never really paid attention to before.

First of all, a good idea is to give your roof a second glance. A roof is something buyers definitely notice, because should it be in poor condition, a buyer will quickly think how a replacement is a big investment. You should check for any missing shingles, if it’s dingy and if there are any leaks? A thorough cleaning or, in some cases, a roof replacement will indeed increase your house’s curb appeal.

Next, a new beautiful siding can help bring together the outside of your house. Is your siding worn-out, or are some pieces missing? Then it might be time to change it up.

But if your budget doesn’t reach that far, pressure-washing the siding is an extremely cost-efficient way to add curb appeal to your house. It can help remove all dirt, and make the siding of your house look fresh and clean. Pressure-washing also works very well for decks, driveways and walkways, to get rid of the dirt that is degrading your curb appeal.

Just like a new roof is a big investment that buyers will add to their evaluation of your house, the same goes for new windows and doors. Check that your windows and doors are working properly, that they are unaffected by leakage and clean – this will make the first impression of your house so much better.

If you are looking to sell your house and need help with roofing, remodeling or home improvement, we at Biniek would love to help you! Contact us online today, or give us a call at 717486-7530!