Exterior Home Projects that Increase Value: Street Appeal

Simple Improvements That Increase Value

While some exterior home-improvement projects have high price tags, you don’t
have to spend a lot of money to increase your home’s curb appeal. Even small,
less expensive projects can greatly impact your home’s perceived value.

1. 1. 1. Structural fixes
         • Install a new storm door.
         • Line walkways with bricks
         or pavers.
         • Replace torn window and
         door screens

      2. Visual improvements
         • Add new house numbers.
         • Illuminate your front porch
         and walking paths.
         • Include a wreath or other decor.
         • Install a new mailbox.
         • Paint your front door and add
         new hardware.
         • Place potted flowers by the
         front door.
         • Pressure-wash walkways, the
         front porch, and the exterior
         of your home.
         • Pull weeds.
         • Put away trash cans.
         • Prune trees and hedges.
         • Update existing shutters with
         new paint or install new ones.

         Stay tuned for our next installment, Projects That Decrease Value, that will drop next Friday!