The first thing that people will notice about your home is how the exterior looks. Whether it’s visiting your home, knocking on your door, or simply driving through the neighborhood, people tend to notice the condition of other homes. The condition and appearance of the exterior of your home can impact its curb appeal as well as its value. 

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If you have a home that looks a mess and not maintained then it is likely to be lower in value than one that is well looked after. One way you can make sure you increase the value of your and give it a good curb appearance is to improve the exterior. Yes, these can sometimes be quite costly, but the benefits definitely outweigh the costs. 

Let’s have a look at some of the upgrades you can do to your home to improve your homes curb appeal and increase its value: 

Update The Front Door 

Your front door is the entranceway into your, however, it is much more than that. Your front door sets the tone for your whole home. This means that you need to have a door that shows your home is clean and well-maintained. If your door is worn out, tatty, or dirty it can be off-putting. If your door is old you may want to think about getting an updated, stylish one. Not only will it look nice but it will help to improve the efficiency of your home. You could opt for a traditional wooden door or a modern fiberglass. If you don’t want to install a new door or you are on a budget you could choose to paint your door instead. 

Upgrade Your Windows

When it comes to making your home look presentable and energy efficient you need to look at your windows. You may find that old windows don’t seal or shut properly. This can lead to significant heat loss in the winter or enable cool air to leave your home in the summer. Neither is ideal. If you want to improve this then you need to look at Giant Siding and Windows. Updating your windows should be something that is at the top of your list. You may even want to add bay windows, additional external doors, or a window in the loft space. If your home isn’t getting enough natural light, changing your windows or increasing their size can help. 

Look At The Landscaping

The outside of your home is just as important as the inside. It’s more than just thinking about a few plant pots it’s about creating an outdoor living space that is an extension of your home. In the summer months, your home should feel larger because you have a space that you can use easily, conveniently, and stress-free. Think about the layout and create a plan for useable spaces where you can live not just be. You should include things like a seating area, somewhere to dine alfresco, and somewhere for the kids to play. You should also look at the front garden. You don’t need to make it so it’s a second living space. The front garden is all about being presentable and giving your home curb appeal. If you don’t have a lot of time to maintain your front garden try to make it simple with a few hanging baskets or flower beds. 

Add Lighting 

One way you can tell that the outside of a home is properly looked after is the fact that they have lighting. When you have a well-lit home, it is inviting and welcoming. You could add pathway lights, porch lights, and lighting for features in your garden. You could also have some feature lighting for your seating area so you can enjoy this space well into the evening. On the other hand, adding lighting to your home such as a sensor-activated one for the driveway, can act as a deterrent for any potential thieves. Added security for your home is never a bad thing. 

Look At Your Roof 

Your roof is one of the most important structural parts of your home. It protects it from the rain. If you have any leaks you should be able to spot them quite quickly and it goes without saying that you shouldn’t leave these kinds of repairs. If you do, they could end up worse. The roof is also a big visual; aspect of your home, if it is looking old and tattered it might be time to start thinking about getting it replaced. 

These are five important areas of the outside of your home that you need to look after. Do you think any of these would benefit your home? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

Tommy Hilfiger, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger (Photo credit: BFA / Michelle Kammerman)

The Center for Family Services Palm Beach County held its signature fundraiser, The Old Bags Luncheon at The Breakers Palm Beach yesterday.  This year honored 25 years of the beloved event that will celebrate a Silver Jubilee in grand style.  Among the honorees at this year’s luncheon was Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger with a keynote speech by Martha Stewart.

Notable attendees included: Martha Stewart, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger, Liz Quirantes (Emcee, CBS 12), Todd L’Herrou, Ellen Vaughan, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Ramona Singer, Jean Shafiroff, Fernando Wong, Robin Gillen, Tim Johnson, Robin Gillen and Tim Johnson (Event Chairs), Diane Smith and Tammy Pompea (Honorary Chairs), Alyssa D. Quinlan (CEO, Freeman’s Hindman Auction), Karen Swanson, Sonja Stevens, Arlette Gordon, Lois Pope, Kathryn Vecellio, Marie Unanue,  Allison Nicklaus, Barbara Nicklaus, Sarah Wragge, Claire Florence, Karen Rich, Michelle Russell Johnson, David Handy, Donald Dallaire.

About The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, Inc. 

Since 1961, The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, Inc. has embraced the philosophy that families should be the center of the community and the center of every family should be a healthy connection. The Center provides innovative programs that meet the changing and growing needs of individuals, families, and children in the community with their resources and social service programs. The Center for Family Services is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation and accredited by Nonprofits First for Excellence in Nonprofit Management. 

For more information, please visit www.ctrfam.org

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