How to Give Your House Exterior a Makeover

Whether you are getting ready to sell or just want to spruce up your home, giving its exterior a makeover will improve curb appeal and give your house a fresh look that will welcome you home each evening. Even small changes can have a big impact, so don't assume you have to make major improvements or spend thousands of dollars. You can perk up your home yourself, and in just a weekend or two have an improved look to your house.

Hose or power washer
Paint
Broom
Light fixture
Shutters
Flowers
Mailbox
Address numerals

Instructions

- 1
  Hose down the exterior of your house with a strong hose spray or a power washer. Removing dirt and cobwebs will quickly freshen up the home's appearance.
- 2
  Repaint the exterior trim on your home. Freshen up tired paint with a new coat in the same color as your existing paint, or go with a new color for a new look.
- 3
  Clean out rain gutters, and replace any that are broken or rotted. Sweep fallen leaves or other debris from your roof.
- 4
  Install a new porch light fixture, and replace any old, broken or unattractive lighting fixtures leading up your front walkway.
- 5
  Hang shutters for a functional and decorative touch. Home improvement centers have a wide range of shutters in different sizes, colors and materials.
- 6
  Improve your landscaping by pulling weeds, mowing, trimming hedges and shrubs, and planting some flowers.
- 7
  Replace your mailbox with a new model that complements your home.
- 8
  Repaint your home street number on the curb in front of your house, and attach new, bright metal address numerals to the front of your house near the front entry.

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