After being exposed to months of cold and snowy weather, your home’s exterior has taken a beaten. If your home is a few years old, signs of wear may be starting to show through. Spring is a great time of year to update your home’s exterior. With the cold weather out of the way, you won’t have to worry about Mother Nature impeding any painting or construction projects you start now.
There are several different upgrades you can make to your home to boost its curb appeal. However, we recommend paying particular attention to your home’s landscaping, architectural details, and siding. Colorado Springs homeowners who address these three items will enjoy a home that looks beautiful and shines in the sunny days to come.
Three Great Ways to Update the Exterior of your Home
If your home’s exterior could use a little TLC after winter, here are some upgrades you can make to refresh its appearance.
Freshen up the Landscaping
After months of being buried by cold snow and moisture, your landscaping likely needs a little bit of attention. Some minor grooming can go a long way in approving the appearance of your home. Mow the lawn, add fresh mulch to your flower beds, and trim up shrubs and bushes. Once you’ve taken care of the basic maintenance tasks, you may want to consider adding some new plants or putting down fresh sod.
Enhance Architectural Details
It’s the small details that truly set apart a home from the rest on the block. Pay attention to small architectural details of your home and consider making some changes. Does your trim need fresh paint? Are there things you can do to improve aesthetics, such as replacing your front door, updating your roof, or adding shutters to your windows? By paying attention to these small details, you can give your home a major boost in appearance.
Repair or Replace the Siding
If your Colorado Springs home’s siding has been damaged by the winter weather, you’ll want to make the necessary repairs right away. However, if your siding is very old and worn down, you may want to consider replacing it entirely. The expiration date for siding depends on the material, but usually it’s somewhere between 15-20 years. New siding, such as James Hardie Siding, can make a tremendous difference in the appearance of a home and great increase its resale value.
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About The Author: Martin Faith
Martin Faith is the founder and owner of Siding Colorado. Shortly after moving to Colorado from Scotland, Martin had a negative experience with a local home improvements contractor, which inspired him to start his own company. Siding Colorado was born which quickly became the largest and most successful siding company in the area. Martin and his team have experience installing siding of all types, including vinyl, fiber cement, wood, and steel, for a range of residential and commercial buildings. They are trusted by homeowners all throughout the state of Colorado, including the Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs metro regions.
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