Get Curb Appeal in Roanoke

If you are thinking about selling your home in Roanoke VA. first impressions matter. Enhancing your front yard so people will stop and stare is a great way to get homebuyers to make an offer. The good thing is it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 4 simple tips to get that curb appeal dialed in.

Paint that door!

First on your to-do list should be the front door, it is where you greet any potential buyers. While the buyer’s agent is opening the lockbox the potential buyers are looking at your front door and porch, make sure it pops! A beautiful front door color can completely refresh your home." You can go with a tried-and-true classic like black or charcoal or pick a bold hue like bright red or yellow. Whichever way you go make sure to get that trim painted too.

Clean, clean, clean

A marathon cleaning session can also do wonders for your curb appeal. Give your home’s exterior surface a good spit-shine and polish to make it look fresh and well cared for. Rent a pressure washer and clean the driveway, walkways, fences, gutters, siding and whatever else looks grungy. Clean out the planting beds, get rid of dead leaves, branches, trash, and trim back overgrown plantings. As for pruning, if your shrubs look "leggy," or show more branches than greenery, they likely need some extra snipping. It's best to prune manually, using very sharp tools; motorized pruners simply skim the surface, which can lead to blocked light and poor air circulation. Granted, not every shrub in your yard must be pruned. Talk to an expert at your nursery or do a quick internet search to find out how much maintenance your plants require.

Light it up

Buying new exterior light fixtures can instantly improve the look of your home, both day and night.  You want them to be able to adequately illuminate your entryway and make it safer. Look for fixtures that have the same mounting system as the current ones and that will save time and money. Exterior light fixtures can be found from $25 and up. Check salvage shops if you want to try to find vintage lighting to match the age and look of your home.

Don’t forget the mailbox

It's all about the details, so if your mailbox is rusty or looks like it's going to topple over, it might be time to bring a new one in. If you have a mailbox on the street, consider replacing it if it looks old and shabby. The price of a new mailbox starts at around $20, and a post and concrete won't be much more. Even painting the existing post can create a huge difference.

You know curb appeal when you see it. Yet sometimes it's hard to pinpoint what exactly makes a particular house on the block so much more welcoming than the next. These simple tips can be the difference maker you need. If you are thinking of selling your home in the Roanoke Valley this year we are here to help. Please let us know of any questions you have; you can call or text 540-537-9281.