Is your home looking a little tired? It happens, especially with older homes. Mother Nature just has a way of beating up every surface on the exterior of your home. And, over time, all of that abuse will start to show. Here are four ways to put some pizzazz back into your home’s curb appeal.

Paint

You can drastically change the look of your home’s exterior by painting. And, almost any exterior surface can be painted.

• Wood: Whether your entire home’s exterior is wood or just the trim around the windows and doors, you can spruce it up with a fresh coat of paint. And, you can play around with some colors to create a new and different look for your home.
• Siding: You can also paint your siding, regardless of what it’s constructed of.
• Brick: Painted brick is a very attractive exterior enhancement for your home. It’s also an affordable method of covering bricks if they aren’t in the best shape.

New Windows

Another great way to update the look of your home’s exterior is with new windows, especially if you have older, wood windows where the caulk or the integrity of the wood is compromised. Window replacement will not only make your home look more beautiful, but it will actually save you money in the long run. With the reduction in utility bills, they will quickly pay for themselves.

Siding and Shutters

You can also completely resurface the exterior of your home with new siding and shutters. There are so many different colors, designs, and materials that you can actually create an entirely different look your home.

Landscaping

A big part of your home’s curb appeal is the landscaping. Step back and take a good look. Think about these areas to make your home’s exterior look fresh and updated.

• Are there any overgrown shrubs? They can be very unsightly.
• Do you have trees and bushes covering the windows or other parts of your home? Clean and crisp always looks better.
• An overall tidy, green lawn is always a win for curb appeal.
• You could also highlight certain attractive features of your home with flowers or gardens. There are many options out there for adding some zing to your landscaping.

These are just a few ways that you can update your home’s exterior. Keeping your home’s exterior looking great not only makes it a more comfortable and enjoyable home for you and your family, it also increases the value of your home. And, it’s so much nicer to come home to a beautiful house.