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<\/p>\nAs the weather gets warmer and people start to spend more time outside, you may want to think about improving your curb appeal.<\/p>\n
Yes, curb appeal. It\u2019s not just an HGTV show from the mid 2000\u2019s, it\u2019s also a term used by realtors, HOA\u2019s, landscapers, and general contractors. It\u2019s used to describe the general look of your home from, you guessed it, the curb, street, or sidewalk. Why are we bringing this up now? Because this time of year, when the spring showers have ceased but the weather\u2019s not too hot, is the perfect opportunity to tackle these tasks. Particularly now, as we all intend to spend more time at home, but would like to be outdoors as much as possible.<\/p>\n
Here are some ways to improve your curb appeal. Some of these projects are DIY and some require a professional. It therefore does not matter your level of expertise or budget \u2013 there are options for everyone.<\/p>\n
Looking for a quick and easy project for improving your curb appeal? Add some landscaping to your home. It can be as simple as planting flowers and bushes, or it can be an elaborate job that includes professional landscapers and hardscaping. If you are unfamiliar with the term hardscaping, it refers to using nonliving \u201chard\u201d materials such as concrete, slate, rock, or brick to create differentiations in the terrain, create a patio, or even create a retaining wall.<\/p>\n
Want to start small? Tend to flower beds, bushes, and the lawn that you already have. This may inspire you to tackle bigger landscaping projects or you may decide that a little spruce was exactly what your home needed.<\/p>\n
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Winter rainy weather can have the unsightly impact of adding additional dirt and streaks to your paint or siding. This makes your home look dirty, old, and unkept. You don\u2019t want this. Power washing is a quick, easy, and budget-friendly fix. It can probably be handled in a single weekend.<\/p>\n
Proceed with caution, however. Though power washing is a great DIY task for an experienced homeowner, this is not a job you give to your teenager. Improper use of a power washer can result in chipped paint, splintered wood, or damaged siding. If you have never used a power washer in the past, you may want to call a professional.<\/p>\n
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The front porch is the focal point of your home. It is where guests enter, it\u2019s the introduction to your life. How do you want to welcome people? New paint can improve the look and feel of almost any home. It can make outdated homes look modern, old homes look new, and dirty homes look clean. Consider painting your exterior. Make the house feel truly yours by choosing a paint color that reflects your personal style. If you are unsure of what would look best or want to know how to achieve a particular aesthetic, contact a professional and ask for a color consultation. They will be able to steer you in the right direction and help you choose a color that compliments your home.<\/p>\n Details make a home unique and special. Consider cleaning, repainting, or replacing details such as shutters, window boxes, railings, trim, and doors. This will help draw the eye and make your entire home pop.<\/p>\n The best way to add curb appeal to your home is to maintain it on a regular basis. Look at your home. What already exists that could be improved by some annual maintenance? Do you have flower beds that can be weeded? Bushes than can be sculpted? Can you clean windows and shutters to remove dirt and seasonal debris? Look for small projects that make a big impact and always tend to high traffic areas.<\/p>\n Improving your curb appeal is the goal, but maintaining it is the mission.<\/p>\n You\u2019re going to be spend a lot of time outside your home. Make it look the best it can. If you would like an expert\u2019s opinion on how to improve your curb appeal, or would like to schedule a free consultation or estimate, contact CertaPro Painters\u00ae<\/sup> of Springfield.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What are some easy projects to improve your curb appeal? Get expert tips and advice from the team at CertaPro Painters\u00ae<\/sup> of Springfield, VA.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","format":"standard","categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9507","community","type-community","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-community"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community\/9507","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/community"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9507"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/community\/9507\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9507"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9507"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/springfield-va\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9507"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nIt\u2019s not uncommon to see winter weather take a toll on the front porch. You may want to consider power washing, sanding, and repainting the area. You\u2019ll be surprised at home much a new coat of paint can brighten up a space. Your local experts at CertaPro\u00ae<\/sup> can complete this for you in no time!<\/p>\nNew Paint<\/h2>\n
Attention to Details<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nAnnual Maintenance<\/h2>\n
Be the Pride of the Neighborhood<\/h2>\n