Spring is in the air and Charlestonians couldn’t be more excited to get back to enjoying outdoor activities in our beautiful city. As the weather begins to warm up, it’s the perfect time to start getting your outdoor spaces ready for Spring. A well-maintained exterior goes a long way in increasing the curb appeal of your home. Whether you’re just looking to spruce up the look of your property or considering putting your house on the market in the near future, these tips will help freshen up your home’s curb appeal ahead of the Spring selling season.
Refresh the landscaping. Fresh landscaping details always attracts the eye of potential home buyers. The winter months can leave your landscaping looking bare and scraggly with the need to liven up your outdoor spaces. The first steps to getting your yard spring ready is to take care of the ground work, such as trimming any trees and shrubs, edging the lawn, removing any dead plants and pulling any weeds. Once you’ve got a clean slate, it’s time to start thinking about which types of accents you’d like to incorporate such as colorful flower beds, plants and fresh porch decor.
Add or replace mulch. A fresh application of mulch can make your yard look pristine. Apply a fresh layer around shrubs, trees and in all garden beds. Mulch is a relatively affordable and easy way to freshen up your yard while enhancing the contrast of the surrounding greenery allowing everything to stand out. If you’re more attracted to rocks or pine straw, these also make for a clean look.
Add a pop of color. After a long, cold winter, chances are you’re ready to add some spring color to the look of your home! Incorporating bright colored flowers and plants in your garden beds is a great way add vibrance to the exterior of your home. Adding decorative pots, window boxes or hanging planters to your porches and front entrance will add life and create a welcoming feeling to your guests and potential buyers.
Clean the exterior of your home. If you’re debating on whether or not its too soon to pressure wash the exterior of your home due to the anticipation of pollen, it’s still a good idea to wash your front porch, driveway, fence and clean all windows. It’s also a good idea to freshen up your mailbox by wiping it down, adding a fresh coat of paint or even replacing it. Sprucing up these areas will help grungy surfaces look brand new just in time for the sunshine.
Dress up the front door. Your home’s front entry is what guests will notice first when arriving. Painting your front door can definitely add brightness and spruce up the look. Picking a bold color that stands out will make a statement, no doubt. Clean off any dirty spots on the door and install new hardware fixtures. Add extra charm by hanging a new Spring wreath made up of bright flowers and consider replacing your welcome mat for a fresh look.
Springtime in Charleston is the perfect time to get outside not only for fun, but also for making your home look as welcoming as you want it to feel. Small additions make a big impact when it comes to improving your home’s curb appeal. If you’re thinking of selling your house, take a step back to evaluate how it looks from the street. Our experienced agents would be delighted to give you tips and tricks on how to get your home in tip top shape before putting up the “For Sale” sign.
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