Many homeowners think there's nothing that can be done to enhance their winter curb appeal. However, nothing could be further from the truth. It's just as easy to spruce up your winter curb appeal as it is your summer curb appeal. Here are a few ways to make your winter curb appeal come alive.
1. Keeping your landscaping clean and well manicured holds true even in the winter season. You should trim your trees and bushes and clean out underneath all your foliage. If a buyer drives up to your home and the first thing they notice is how unkempt the landscaping is, they will automatically assume that you probably haven't taken care of the interior either.
2. In a sea of brown, it's important to add as much color as possible. Consider adding a seasonal wreath to your front door or to the front of your home. Add some winter flowers in your beds, as well as, in your pots. You can also plant some winter flowers around the base of your mailbox as well for that little extra touch of color.
3. If at all possible, paint the exterior of your home. Nothing makes a better first impression than a fresh coat of paint. If you can't afford to paint the entire exterior of your home, just painting the trim and the doors can still make a huge difference.
4. Fresh mulch is another great way to enhance your curb appeal and will add another layer of color that it's probably lacking.
5. Solar lighting appropriately placed throughout your landscaping or along your sidewalk will give your curb appeal an upgraded look that will make it feel warm and inviting.
6. Holly bushes are evergreen and very inexpensive. Additionally, they have bright red berries in the winter. These make a great first impression and will give your home a well manicured look.
7. Ornamental plume grasses will give height to your landscaping and will rise high above any snow that accumulates on your grass.
8. Any type of outdoor decor will add some personality to your home. Try adding a basket of pine cones to your front porch. Or perhaps you could place a park bench on your porch. Or perhaps, some yard ornaments or a seasonal flag to dress up your winter curb appeal. Just make sure your decor is tasteful and fits well with the personality of your home and neighborhood.
Talk to your realtor about any other ideas they may have to enhance your winter curb appeal. Your realtor will be able to give you a list of ideas that would be perfect for your home.
I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Loudoun County and Northern Virginia.
I have over 25 years experience in the real estate industry. As a
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My past awards and designations include – 2003 President of the
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Year, Salesperson of the year 2000 Dulles Area Assoc of Realtors, Top
Producer awards from both the Dulles Area Association and the Northern
Virginia Association of Realtors. I am a member of the Top 5 in Real
Estate Network.
I have lived in Loudoun County since 1979. I am married with two
grown children and two grandchildren. My son in law is my business
partner in real estate. I love to jog in the mornings and spend time
relaxing on my Trawler during the summer months.
Loudoun County and Northern Virginia Real Estate Sales and Solutions – Helena Talbot, Broker.
I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in the
Northern Virginia area to include Loudoun County and surrounding areas
including Fairfax, Clarke, Fauquier, Prince William Counties. Our
local neighborhoods includeLeesburg, Ashburn,
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