March is ... Spring Home Improvement Month ! -- little Improvements that make a BIG Difference --
They say " it ' s the little things ," and sometimes they ' re right ! Whether you ' re selling your home , or just want to spruce it up for you and your family , real estate pros offer these easy - and affordable - home improvement tips :
• Paint window frames , doors , and garage doors . White is an outdated color that can look old and dirty quickly . It shows dings and dents more clearly , too . Taupe or gray doors give off a much classier look , and weather the elements better . There are many choices for better window frame colors , as well , including clay and black .
• Scale back on excessive landscaping . Beside its upkeep being expensive , too many shrubs and bushes can look cluttered , block window views , or look like it ' s trying to hide problems with the house . Trim overgrown plants and brighten things up with colorful flowers in decorative planters .
• Resurface the driveway . An experienced contractor can resurface a driveway - by removing and replacing just the top layer - and make it look brand new for a fraction of the cost of pavers , concrete , asphalt , etc . Resurfacing can also help prevent new cracks .
• Replace your front door . If you believe that first impressions are important and lasting , then you definitely want to have an impressive entrance to your home . A dilapidated door makes it seem as if the rest of the house will follow suit . Invest in a steel or fiberglass door , and you get the extra perk of additional insulation .
• Lighting - A home that lacks outdoor lighting can look uninviting , neglected , even unsafe . Install or upgrade front porch or door lights , and put solar or LED lights along your walkway , driveway , or border of your yard . " Smart " features will even let you control the lights with your phone , which can be very helpful .
• Small things like welcome mats , mailboxes , and house numbers can really brighten up your home . Brass numbers in a bold font class up the front of your home ; mailboxes can be painted or wrapped in decorative magnetic covers . Buy pretty , new doormats for all entrances .
One of the biggest challenges to selling and / or improving your home is to look at it with fresh eyes . If you can ' t , ask a friend to do it for you . It ' s hard to be impartial about something as personal as your home , which makes it easy to overlook minor imperfections potential buyers or visitors are sure to notice !
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