How to Boost Curb Appeal and Home Value

Every homeowner wants to increase their home’s value and boost curb appeal, whether it’s for your own use or to ask for a higher amount when you sell your home. Home projects are a great way to boost your home’s value and curb appeal, but beware: not all home updates will raise your home’s value. It’s important to do your due diligence and research the various kinds of projects that can give you a high ROI.

We put together this list of exterior updates to save you time researching and give you an idea of what to expect in terms of your return on investment. These five exterior projects can help boost your curb appeal and home value!

Exterior Updates for Curb Appeal

These updates may not always have a great or exact ROI, but they’ll definitely improve your home’s curb appeal! These are also great ways to extend the longevity of your exterior and give your home’s value a boost before selling.

Pressure Washing

Pressure washing is a great way to update your home’s curb appeal! Pressure washing can clean your exterior, driveway, decks, fences, and sidewalk to bring them back to life. It also can extend the longevity of your previous painting project. 

If you do want to pressure wash your home’s exterior, be sure to hire a pro! Inexperience with pressure washers can lead to damaging your siding instead of cleaning it.

Full House Exterior Painting

Exterior painting is one of the most common updates homeowners choose since it can update the entire look of a home and be done relatively inexpensively. Depending on the quality of paint and weather in your area, exterior paint lasts about 10 years. If you don’t love the color of your home or it’s been longer than 10 years, have your home painted!

A new coat of paint also protects your home against the elements and damage caused by weather. Since exterior paint is a major part of curb appeal, painting it can increase the value of your home and entice potential buyers.

Fence or Deck Repairs

Every fence or deck needs repairs over time. Keeping up with these repairs will not only, keep up your curb appeal, but also allow you to enjoy your deck or fence without interruption. Repairs for your deck or fence can be anything from fixing wood rot to staining or painting. A deck or fence kept in excellent condition is safer to use and if you’re selling your home, can draw in buyers.

Exterior Updates for a Return On Investment

These updates have been shown to increase your home’s value, especially this year. The data and numbers below are from Remodeling by JLC.

Siding Replacement

Upgrading your siding is one of the best exterior projects for increasing your home’s value. While you may not think about your home’s siding often, taking care of it and replacing it when needed allows it to continue protecting your house. Beautiful siding can also increase your home’s curb appeal.

Updating your exterior with new siding has shown to yield an excellent return on investment. The different types of siding will give you different ROI’s. Here are the best ones for increasing your home’s value:

• Manufactured stone veneer
  • Adds a classic look to any exterior
  • Enhances curb appeal even with a small amount
  • Highest ROI at 102.3%
• Vinyl siding
  • Most budget-friendly
  • Second highest ROI at 94.7%
• Fiber-cement siding
  • Most expensive on average to install
  • Third highest ROI at 88.5%

Depending on what look you want for your house, it is wise to consider these three options because all three are great for increasing your home’s value. You’ll also want to take into account what your HOA’s (if you have one) rules are around exterior siding.

Deck or Patio Addition

Don’t have a deck or patio right now? Adding one can increase the value of your home because you’re adding outdoor living space and making better use of your backyard. This is especially valuable now since many people have been spending more time at home.

According to Remodeling by JLC, adding a deck, porch, or patio has an average return on investment of 90.3%! A wood deck will bring in the highest ROI. However, it’s always a good idea to discuss an addition with a professional just in case there are potential issues.

Take Care of Your Home’s Exterior

This is such a simple thing, but so many homeowners overlook it! While taking care of your home’s exterior may not give you more equity to tap into, it will save you from having to make expensive future repairs. A home that isn’t well taken care of can No one wants to buy a house that isn’t well taken care of.

Here are some simple ways to care for your home’s exterior:

• Check exterior for damage
• Clean your gutters
• Clean up landscaping / add plants where needed
• Stain or paint your deck / fence
• Exterior paint and trim touch-ups
• Front door painting

Consistently check your home’s exterior for signs of wear, especially at the start of a new season. The sooner any issues can be fixed, the less likely you’ll need to repair a lot of damage. We highly recommend hiring a professional contractor for repairs, so you know they’ll be done right.

These projects can be overwhelming. We get that, so we deploy teams who combine kindness and precision to give you a wonderful result and bring you back to the joy that you experienced when you first moved into your home. If you’re ready to boost your home’s value and curb appeal, reach out! Call 855-PAINT80 or book a free estimate.