As the leaves change color and the temperature cools, now is the perfect time to boost curb appeal. If you’re planning to put your house on the market this fall, make it more attractive to potential homebuyers. From power washing the siding to planting colorful flowers, here are five tips to improve your home’s curb appeal this fall.
1. Pressure Wash the Siding and Walkways
Over time, your home’s siding gets covered in dirt, grime, and pollen. This fall, make it look new by pressure washing the siding before you put the house on the market. Clean siding will give potential buyers the impression that you care for your home. If you have concrete walkways or front steps, pressure wash those as well.
2. Plant Fall Flowers to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Beautiful flowers in shades of orange, yellow, and red add color to the landscaping and boost your home’s curb appeal. If planting perennials, choose plants native to your area, so they’ll be low-maintenance and require less water once established. Your local garden center will carry mums and pansies: annuals that grow well in the cooler fall weather.
3. Improve Fall Curb Appeal: Rake the Leaves
Too many leaves on the front lawn give potential buyers the impression you don’t maintain your property. Rake the fallen leaves regularly throughout the autumn months, and dispose of them in an environmentally friendly way. If you don’t have time to rake, use your mower to mulch the leaves so they decompose quickly, use a leaf blower, or hire a professional landscaping company to remove them.
4. Fix Broken Windows and Screens
A broken window or screen makes even the most well-kept home look neglected. If you have windows or screens needing repair, fall is a good time to tackle the project. Replacing a broken window pane is relatively easy and inexpensive, and replacing a torn screen is even easier. Repair them before potential buyers come to tour the property.
5. Add Outdoor Lighting to Improve Curb Appeal
Autumn days are shorter, and outdoor lighting is a great way to ensure potential buyers can see your home even after dark. Path lights along the walkways and solar lights in your garden beds are easy and inexpensive to install. Verify your outdoor bulbs are working and replace bulbs that aren’t.
Following these simple tips can boost your home’s curb appeal this fall. Not only will this help you sell your house more quickly, but you’re also more likely to receive a higher offer.
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