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THE EXTERIOR
1 Pressure washers are your friend! This is a fast, easy and inexpensive way to improve your
CLEAN IT UP
curb appeal. Pressure washing won’t just knock the debris out of your driveway, but will also
remove stains, mold, and mildew. You can pressure wash concrete and most other types of
walkways as well as the siding on your house.
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You can change the entire appearance of your home by simply throwing a fresh coat of 2
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paint on your front door. This is an old REALTOR trick that helps make any home
more inviting and is easy to do yourself.
3 Ensure you are maintaining and renewing your home’s water features. Powder coat your pool
WATER FEATURES
handrails: this looks great, especially when color-matched to the surrounding landscape.
And, of course, they won’t get as hot during long summer days. Waterfalls, ponds and
fountains are great additions that provide a calming atmosphere.
LANDSCAPING
If you’re thinking of putting your house on the market soon, nothing will look worse 4
than a yard full of weeds and brown grass, so make sure not to slack on this vital summer
landscaping tip. A ower garden also provides a nice touch to the property. Make sure
that the colors blend well with the color scheme of your home.
5 Potted plants and raised beds further increase the curb appeal by giving visual layering to
CURB APPEAL
your home. Hedges provide a natural privacy wall and vines on your brick or stone walls can
give your home an elegant aesthetic.