If your front entryway lacks pizzazz, take a few steps back and check out the view from across the street. What do you notice or not notice? If it all blends together, your home may lack a focal point.

Curb Appeal and Your Real Estate Value

Curb appeal is an important concept, whether you are selling a home or just looking to boost your real estate value. It also doesn’t hurt to have the neighbor’s saying “Wow!” When assessing your curb appeal, look at the overall front and then narrow your focus to the door, windows, paint and lighting. You might needs a contractor or designer’s eye for this as well.

Remodeling for Curb Appeal

When focusing on curb appeal, realize that a little remodeling can go a long way when it’s focused. Take the front door, for example. A new fiberglass or wood door with six panels and some decorative glass can make quite a statement. See these examples from Jeld-Wen. Ask a local contractor for advice on which style works with your home’s style.

As this article from Better Homes and Gardens notes, one key element of curb appeal is symmetry. This means adding a door and replacement windows with the same grill pattern or coordinating lighting fixtures styles with the door handle and hinges. Just make sure any replacement windows match the windows you’re keeping.

And, last but not least is the painting and other finishing touches. Make sure all your door and window trim is clean and painted. Check out this Sherwin Williams article for tips.

When remodeling, it’s the little things that all work together to add the pizazz. These types of fixes also can boost your real estate value, as they make the house more appealing. In the end, you’ll love the view as you walk to the door, cross the street, and admire your home.