Outdoor home improvements not only can transform the look and feel of your property; they can add living space and recreational opportunities. Yet not all such projects generate a return on your investment. So, if you’re thinking about refreshing your home’s exterior or outdoor space while building equity,
Here are 7 project ideas likely to accomplish both.
Fire Pit – Nothing beats gathering around a crackling fire with family and friends. Installing an outdoor fire pit is easy and inexpensive with basic supplies found at your local home improvement store. Or you can step it up a notch and install a fire pit with a gas burner.
Garage Door – If your garage door is looking a little sad and weathered, replacing it will quickly up the curb appeal factor and give your home’s value a nice boost. Insufficient funds available to replace it now? A fresh coat of paint can also work wonders.
Front Door – Just like your garage door, updating the look of your front door can dramatically improve curb appeal. While you’re at it, update your mailbox and house numbers.
Landscaping – Sure, you keep your lawn lush and trimmed, but what about the rest of the landscaping? Trimming back hedges and shrubs, laying down fresh mulch, and adding some colorful flowering plants will greatly improve your home’s exterior.
Deck or Patio – Enjoy spending time outdoors? Then consider building a backyard patio or deck to enhance your outdoor living area. While not an inexpensive upgrade, you can expect to recoup about 70 percent of the cost when it’s time to sell.
Outdoor Lighting – Strategically placed outdoor lighting creates ambience, ups curb appeal, and helps deter burglars. Now that’s a win-win-win.
Trees and Shrubs – Increase curb appeal – once again – while providing your home with shade. Shrubs can offer a bit of privacy between yours and your neighbors’ properties without the need for a fence, while a tree or two (not too close to the exterior) can shade the sides of your home that get the most sun which, in turn, will help cut your summertime cooling costs.
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