The term ‘kerb appeal’ refers to how appealing the exterior of a property is when viewed from a street. Fortunately, there’re many things you can do to boost a property’s kerb appeal, and many of these efforts are low effort and cost effective too. But what’re these solutions?
Consequently, here’s how to create a house that has kerb appeal.
Maintain the garden
Maintaining the garden should be your first port of call when bolstering your home’s kerb appeal. After all, you’d be surprised at how much value some greenery can add to a home, so it’s important to really focus here. The look of your garden sets a nice precedent for any onlookers; if the outside looks lovely, the inside can only look just as nice too!
Mow your lawns, rearrange and water your plants, and perhaps even have a fountain or ornament on display too. For further appeal, you could create winding path through any grass by using paving slabs for a smarter aesthetic. If everything looks well maintained and looked after, the assumption will be that everything else about the house is too. Of course, some people like a messy garden but this will counter kerb appeal completely.
Tidy the drive
Tidying your drive costs nothing and requires very little effort. Leaf blowers and rakes will work well if there’s any debris rattling around the area. Stow away any left-out tools or children’s toys in your garage and go to any lengths necessary to ensure the area is spotless. You could even hose down the driveway if it’s dirty and grimy too.
Also, stash away your bins. While it’s perfectly acceptable to have them on the drive for collection, it will put a dent in your homes kerb appeal if they’re out more than they should be. After all, no one finds looking at rubbish desirable! Put them behind or to the side of your house, and things will improve.
Look after the building
A weathered house is a normal house to many people, and to an extent that is true – though it does no favours for kerb appeal. For example, the external walls can become weathered after enough time has passed, causing a series of problems in aesthetics. However, if you hire the services of professional renderers they should be restored to a pristine condition. This will help smooth services and create a more immaculate look for your property.
It’s also a good idea to clean windows and doors and repaint them if you feel the work is necessary. Try to stick to one colour so that everything matches, and a theme starts to flow. Ultimately, if everything is updated and made fresh every few months, the kerb appeal of your home will increase, as it all demonstrates that a high level of care and attention has been given to the property.