Top 10 Curb Appeal Ideas

A worn down front door is uninviting and gives the appearance of neglecting maintenance. Painting the front door in a complimentary color to siding and shutters helps tie together a cohesive color scheme that helps provide a good first impression.

2. Install a new front porch light

An outdated or incorrect sized front light is a missed opportunity. Replace the old light with one that matches the door hardware. This helps tie in an overall theme to the front of the home.

3. Remove overgrown shrubs

Overgrown shrubs often block details of a home. They also can cause damage to siding. Trim back or replace them before they became a problem. Removing overgrown shrubs also provides you with an opportunity to update a focal point of your landscaping.

4. Clean your driveway and concrete walkways

A dirty walkway is not appealing and implies that other areas of your home are also dirty. A quick cleaning provides a clear and clean path to your home.

5. Patch bare spots on your lawn

Dead lawn spots due to grubs, dogs, or other causes is unsightly and unnecessary. A quick trip to the hardware store or gardening center for some fertilizer and grass seed will return your lawn to an even green color.

6. Add mulch to flower and planting beds

Punch up the color in your flower beds with some colored mulch. It will help reduce weeds and keep your plants healthy.

7. Power wash the siding of your home

Power washing the siding of your home will remove excessive dirt and grime. It will also help remove mildew stains. A fresh clean home siding shows guests that your home is well maintained.

8. Paint the front porch

Pealing decking or sun bleached stain can easily be remedied with a quick power washing, light sanding and re painting. It is a quick and easy fix to instantly update your front entry.

9. Install new hardware on the front door

Door hardware can easily be swapped out to provide instant style to the front of a home. Be sure to tie in the door hardware with the mailbox and front lighting.

10. Add flowering plants to give a punch of color

Replace those dead flowers in the window box to brighten up the front of your home. If you don't have a green thumb, try adding some silk flowers. You can also swap out the silk flowers for holidays themes.