3. Refresh your mulch
Mulch tends to compact over time, so add some new stuff if the last time you mulched was over a year ago. Your yard will look like you just put in new landscaping!
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4. Hire a landscaping company
According to a National Association of Realtors survey on curb appeal, 53% of Realtors recommend sprucing up your lawn to improve your curb appeal. Hiring a lawn care service or firing up the lawn mower yourself can go a long way.
Estimated Cost:
Varies. Request a quote in your area for lawn care service from a site like Angi.com, or tackle it yourself if you’re trying to save money.
5. Give your front door a facelift
The front door is another area where a simple facelift can go a long way. Strip peeling paint or scrape sand, and wash with a trisodium phosphate solution. A color expert at your local hardware or paint store can help you match your house colors with a new, bold front door color.
Estimated Cost:
$30 to $50
6. Invest in a new hose reel
Water your lawn and flowerbeds, then roll up the hose rather than leaving it strewn across your front yard. It’s simple but effective.
Opt for a hose reel that won’t be your front yard’s focal point. Home Depot has dozens of options. If you don’t want to purchase anything, just wind it up neatly and put it aside.
Estimated Cost:
$30-50
7. Give the mailbox some love
Your mailbox takes the brunt of the elements, and after several years, it can look ragged and beat up. Consider replacing it, or if it is outside your budget, try giving it a fresh coat of paint or a good cleaning.
Estimated Cost:
Varies, depending on the scope of job
8. Clear out the gutters
Regular maintenance on your gutters won’t automatically increase your home’s resale value…but it is something that prospective buyers will take note of, as poorly maintained gutters can signal a host of other problems with your home’s roof.
Clean them out thoroughly before listing your home. Full gutters will make your newly primped yard a mess if it rains.
Estimated Cost:
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