{"id":21777,"date":"2023-05-27T10:10:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-27T17:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=21777"},"modified":"2023-05-25T09:04:19","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T16:04:19","slug":"budget-friendly-ways-to-improve-homes-curb-appeal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2023\/05\/budget-friendly-ways-to-improve-homes-curb-appeal\/","title":{"rendered":"Budget-Friendly Ways to Improve Home&#8217;s Curb Appeal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It\u2019s no secret that curb appeal sells. According to the National Association of Realtors, over 84% of home buyers are willing to spend more on a home with excellent curb appeal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whether you\u2019re preparing to sell or you just want your home to look its best without spending a fortune, here are five jaw-dropping ways to spruce up your home on a budget.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1. Plant Flowers<\/strong><br \/>\nOne of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to enhance the look of your home is to plant flowers. You can do this yourself or hire someone to do it for you. If you live in a cold climate, you can plant annuals in the spring and summer and perennials in the fall. If you live in a warm environment, you can plant flowers all year round to add colour and life to your home\u2019s exterior.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2. Paint Your Front Door<\/strong><br \/>\nAnother easy and inexpensive way to spruce up your home is to paint your front door. You can choose any colour, but we recommend choosing something that contrasts with your home\u2019s siding or brick. Add curb appeal, make your front door stand out and give your home an updated look with little work.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3. Add Outdoor Lighting<\/strong><br \/>\nOutdoor lighting is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it\u2019s also functional. Adding outdoor lighting to your home will make it safer and more inviting for guests. We recommend solar lights because they\u2019re easy to install and don\u2019t require any wiring. You can find outdoor lighting at any hardware store or online retailer.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>4. Pressure Wash Your Home<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you love your current look, but your home\u2019s siding or brick looks dirty, one of the best ways to clean it is by pressure washing it. You can rent a pressure washer from your local hardware store or borrow one from a friend or neighbour. Follow the manufacturer\u2019s instructions to avoid damaging your home\u2019s exterior.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>5. Landscape Your Yard<\/strong><br \/>\nLandscaping is another great way to add curb appeal to your home without spending much money. We recommend adding some mulch, rocks, and plants to your yard for an easy and inexpensive way to make it look its best. If you have some basic gardening skills, you can do this yourself or hire someone to do it for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Adding curb appeal doesn\u2019t have to break the bank\u2014there are plenty of ways to embellish your home on a budget! Just remember, small changes can make a big difference in curb appeal!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoocasa.com\/blog\/curb-appeal-on-a-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 Ways to Improve Your Home\u2019s Curb Appeal on A Budget<\/a> by zoocasa<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s no secret that curb appeal sells. 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