AFTER
Adding Curb Appeal
To Your Home
The way your house looks from the street can add
thousands to its value, commanding a higher price
and also taking less time to sell. If you’re looking to put
your house on the market, there are a few things we
recommend considering when it comes to curb appeal.
BEFORE
Fix/Replace The Roof
D. R. Domenichini
Construction was named
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resides in the Morgan Hill
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Sometimes all it takes to make a roof look
“like new” is a good cleaning. Removing dirt,
moss, algae, etc. can make a huge difference.
The roof can be one of the fi rst things that
an appraiser assesses, so any missing, curled
or faded shingles are only going to lessen the
value of your home. Don’t forget about the
downspouts and gutters as well. Also, be sure
to take a look at your neighbor’s roofs. If they
have been well maintained or recently
replaced, it may only make yours look worse
off than it really is.
Freshen Up The Paint
Buyers and appraisers instantly notice the
value in a new exterior paint job. While
it may seem to be an expensive and time-
consuming project, it’s one that defi nitely
pays off and can give your home that much
needed facelift.
Exterior Accents
In addition to new paint, it’s also good to
consider rock or stone accents to the exterior
of your home. These could be added to the
entire front of the house or sometimes just
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around the garage is all you need. Even minor
accents can add just the right amount of charac-
ter to draw the attention of a home buyer, such
as new house numbers and a new mailbox.
Spruce Up The Entryway
The doorways to a home are another way to
create a welcoming feel. Consider painting the
front door a bold color and adding casing to
frame it in and really make it pop. Tile is a nice
way to spruce up the front steps and a new
stone walkway can be a great addition as well.
The garage door also makes a signifi cant differ-
ence to the curb appeal of a home, especially
for homes with a two-or three-car garage that
faces the street. There are a number of different
styles to choose from and installation can some-
times take less than a day to complete.
First impressions are important, and when
it comes to home buyers, that first look at
the outside could make or break whether
they decide to go inside. Depending on the
condition of your home, the cost to add some
curb appeal might not be as bad as you’re
thinking. Talk to your local contractor and/or
designer to discuss the best options for you.
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