{"id":51867,"date":"2023-03-20T11:21:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T11:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/windowdepotdallas.com\/?p=51867"},"modified":"2024-02-16T11:06:57","modified_gmt":"2024-02-16T17:06:57","slug":"8-ways-to-boost-your-homes-curb-appeal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/windowdepotdallas.com\/blog\/8-ways-to-boost-your-homes-curb-appeal","title":{"rendered":"8 Ways to Boost Your Homes Curb Appeal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Your curb is the first impression people get of your home. Think of it like the cover of a book; it&#8217;s what draws people in, only that, in this case, people will judge your home by your curb.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Curb appeal is also important to home buyers, and a well-maintained yard fetches a higher price and a quicker sale. According to studies, landscaping can give properties a 15% increase in value. The good news is that you can improve your curb appeal in several inexpensive and accessible ways. You can just read on to find out more.<\/p>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/nn29c75p76.jsonp\" async><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/assets\/external\/E-v1.js\" async><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"wistia_responsive_padding\" style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_responsive_wrapper\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_embed wistia_async_nn29c75p76 videoFoam=true\" style=\"height: 100%; position: relative; width: 100%;\">\n<div class=\"wistia_swatch\" style=\"height: 100%; left: 0; opacity: 0; overflow: hidden; position: absolute; top: 0; transition: opacity 200ms; width: 100%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"filter: blur(5px); height: 100%; object-fit: contain; width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/nn29c75p76\/swatch\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>How Can You Improve Your Curb&#8217;s Appeal?<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you are interested in putting your home up for sale or want to make some improvements for your satisfaction, you can improve your curb in several ways. They include:<\/p>\n<h3>1. Go Green<\/h3>\n<p>One of the most obvious ways of improving your curb appeal is by adding some plants, grass, and flowers. Trees don&#8217;t require much care, yet they provide your home with many benefits, including improving the air you breathe and adding beauty. This will work whether you live in an urban setting or the country.<\/p>\n<p>Consider planting native plants and flowers since they require minimal care to grow and blossom. Adding window boxes and planters will do the trick if you need more space or money to plant a garden.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>2. Clean Up the Yard<\/h3>\n<p>Taking care of your yard is the easiest and fastest way to maintain your curb appeal; dead leaves and branches make your yard look dirty and cheap. Caring for your lawn includes mowing the long grass, pulling weeds, and raking dry leaves. You can do it independently or hire a regular gardener to visit every week.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>3. Add Some D\u00e9cor<\/h3>\n<p>If you have a plain-looking yard, adding some decors can help improve its appeal and add elegance to your home. Some decors you can add include all-year wreaths, water features, gnomes, and a gravel pathway. With decors, it&#8217;s best to start small to ensure you do it correctly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>4. Paint Your Front Door<\/h3>\n<p>The color of your <a href=\"https:\/\/windowdepotdallas.com\/products\/entry-doors\">entry door<\/a> will improve your home style and greet any potential buyers. A beautiful front door will refresh your home and affect how people judge your home. You can choose from several colors, from the classics such as black or charcoal, or a bright shade like pink or yellow. The color you choose will also tell a lot about you as an individual.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>5. Replace Your Mailbox<\/h3>\n<p>If your mailbox looks rusty or like it will topple over, it might be time to get a new one. Swap it out with something more stylish and bright so that it&#8217;s more pleasant to look at. It&#8217;s a super easy project and can make a noticeable difference in your home\u2019s curb appeal. Replacing a mailbox will cost about $100 &#8211; $1,000+, depending on your desired type. Masonry mailboxes in DFW start at around $1,000.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>6. Fix the Hardware<\/h3>\n<p>Take care of all the hardware in your yard; this includes fixing ripped screens and changing the burned bulbs and chipped paint. Even the tiny flaws in your hardware can stick out like a sore thumb, so it&#8217;s worth taking time to fix them. Walk around your home&#8217;s exterior, note anything that needs fixing, and get a professional to work on them if they need significant repairs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>7. Add Lighting<\/h3>\n<p>There is nothing pleasant or pleasant about a dark yard. A clear path to your doorstep and a well-lit yard add warmth and security. You can also add porch string lights or solar-powered lanterns to light up the walkway.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>8. Refresh Your Outdoor Furniture<\/h3>\n<p>Any outdoor furniture that&#8217;s old and in need of repair and repainting should be tossed or updated. You can update it by changing the cushions and repainting it with a bright, inviting color to freshen it up. Adding a porch swing or swinging chairs is also a great addition that makes your house look more inviting.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Summing It Up<\/h3>\n<p>Improving your curb appeal can be done any day if you plan it out in advance. Try starting with activities you will enjoy, such as painting and gardening. Your home already has plenty of beautiful elements and needs some time and effort to spruce it up. The good news is that you don&#8217;t have to do this alone. If you&#8217;re considering improving the curb appeal of your home, contact us today. <a href=\"https:\/\/windowdepotdallas.com\/estimate\">New windows<\/a> can have a significant impact on your home&#8217;s curb appeal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your curb is the first impression people get of your home. Think of it like the cover of a book; it&#8217;s what draws people in, only that, in this case, people will judge your home by your curb.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":51868,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>8 Ways to Boost Your Homes Curb Appeal - Window Depot Dallas<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover a few tips and tricks to boost curb appeal. 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