If you have the budget to spruce up the exterior of your home, then you have a lot of exciting decisions to make. Not only will sprucing up the property make it more valuable and increase its curb appeal, but in today’s market of competitive selling, it’s going to be a challenge to stand out and one that you could rise to.
With the right budget and a little imagination, you can make your home exterior look fantastic while adding value to the space as a whole. Planning the upgrades for your house. If you want to sell it at a good price, start early. From having an outdoor bar installed with your very own signage that lists your family name to installing an in-ground plunge pool, you’ll be able to add upgrades that seriously put the price up for your home so that when people buy it, they are getting a great investment. Let’s take a look at some of the outdoor upgrades that can really add some good value to your house.
- Upgrade your outdoor lighting. It’s considered to be an inexpensive decor item but outdoor lights are a great way to upgrade your home’s value without spending tons of cash. Lighting fixtures add appeal to your home and contribute to a sense of security, but it can also make it look like an ambient and pretty space. You can hire professionals who offer lighting services to install the lights securely to ensure that they work, or you can get some solar fairy lights and string these through the trees and bushes for an upgraded look.
- Upgrade the entryway. When was the last time you took a look at the entrance of your home? Flagstones are more expensive than pavers, but pavers are quite boring when it comes to making an impressive entryway. Flagstone walkways leading right up to the door can add to your property’s value and make it stand out from other properties in the area. Not only are they good for visual stimulation, but they’re durable and they can endure any weather without making people slip over. They’re excellent for high-traffic areas, and they don’t delaminate for decades, which means you get a constant, cohesive look that upgrades the value of the house.
- Add a fence to your garden. If your house doesn’t have fancy fencing right now, then it’s time to look at upgrading so that you do. Not only will you have more privacy, your home will be more secure and it really does add to the visual appeal of the property to have a fence around the yard or garden. If you want to keep your kids or your pets from wandering, you’ll be able to keep them safe with the addition of a fence.
- Upgrade your outdoor paint. The color and quality of paint that you have in your outdoor areas may not feel like an important thing, but a subtle change by going from light colors to dark colors can make a very big difference. Humans want to live somewhere that looks solid and secure, and often darker paint on the outside of your home can do that. It makes your property look grounded and sturdy.
- Upgrade your outdoor entertainment area. If you currently just have a deck and it’s rather plain, then it’s time to upgrade the decking with some entertainment options. We talked earlier about installing an outdoor bar and you can absolutely do that. Having a bar that even has pull taps so that you can pour a good beer is going to really upgrade the value of your house and also give you something to enjoy in the meantime.
- Seed your lawn. You want to have a thriving yard and it’s way more attractive to buyers to see a thriving lush green lawn than an open and blank space. When your lawn has grass, bushes, and small trees, it looks inviting and exciting, and it looks suitable for living with a family.If you’re not interested in gardening, then invest in a landscaper to come out and do it for you. They can manage the task, and the best part about seeding the lawn to increase its curb appeal is that upgrading it is relatively less expensive than other methods.
- Install a swimming pool. If you have some money to throw around and you have the space, then invest in a swimming pool for your house. Not only will you feel like this is a home to be proud of, but it’s going to make you feel comfortable through those hot summer months.
