As spring approaches, it is the perfect time to start thinking about your curb appeal. As we all know, first impressions are everything! Curb appeal is important not only for homeowners looking to sell but also any homeowners that are wanting to increase their home’s property value. The spring season is the best time to start making improvements to your home’s exterior. Continue reading to find out the do’s and don’ts of curb appeal!  

Curb Appeal Do’s 

Focus on Landscaping  

  • Trees, bushes, flowers, and fresh greenery are all great features to incorporate into your home’s exterior. Be sure to get rid of any dead plants and trees. Make sure to upkeep your lawn as well! 

Add a Little Color 

Along with fresh greenery be sure to incorporate colors with flowers around the outside of your home. Adding potted flowers by your front door and hanging a flower plant will add beautiful colors to your curb appeal!  

Give Your Mailbox a Makeover  

If your mailbox is looking dirty and outdated, switch it out for a new one. Upgrading to a new more modernized mailbox can make a significant impact on your home’s exterior appearance.  

Clean Gutters 

  • It is important to assess your gutters to determine if they are in good shape. It will be very beneficial to clean your gutters inside and out. Be sure to remove any leaves, twigs, or other debris that may give off an unkept appearance to your home’s exterior.  

Pressure Wash  

  • An easy way to increase your home’s value and give off a good first impression is to simply clean it. Power wash all of that dirt off your siding, porch, walkways and even your driveway!  

Curb Appeal Don’ts  

Have a Cluttered Driveway  

  • A cluttered driveway turns away potential buyers and can make it seem that the house and garage are not large enough to hold all of your belongings.  

Place Garbage Cans in a Visible Area 

  • Placing trash cans where people can easily see them is not a great idea. It’s helpful to keep trash cans and recycling bins in a hidden area or even inside the garage.  

Keep Dead Plants Outside 

  • Keeping dead plants outside isn’t a great look when it comes to curb appeal. You can get rid of dead plants to keep your garden looking fresh and try to stay away from artificial plants.  

Bright Paint Colors 

  • When it comes to painting the exterior of your home, it is important to stick to neutrals to avoid being too personal or negatively impacting your curb appeal.  

Don’t Overdo It 

  • When you are updating your home’s exterior be sure to still make decisions that are personalized to you, but don’t overdo it. You don’t want to make your home stand out too much compared to your neighbors.  

Spring into your curb appeal this season and utilize these helpful tips to avoid making mistakes and to maximize your home’s curb appeal! As the weather is getting warmer we will all be spending more time outside and make sure the exterior of your home is ready for you to enjoy all summer long!