Curb Appeal
According to the National Association of Realtors 2016 annual report, landscaping renovation expenses pay for themselves in added value to your home. The return on investment can range between 100% and 1000%! It makes sense; The first thing a prospective home buyer will see is the front lawn. The entire experience of touring the house is colored by this first impression.
Here are just a few things you could do to increase the value of your home:
Deck or Patio
Perhaps the most valuable outdoor living asset, a deck or patio will connect the homeowner with the outdoors in a comfortable, elegant way.
Walkways, Walls, & Stonework
Nothing dresses up a boring front yard like a nice brick walkway and matching retaining wall. Take it a step further with matching brick planter boxes and you’ve got yourself something really nice.
Landscapes & Designs
Adding a splash of color or an interesting layout to the yard can be a great way to increase the value of your home for a smaller price. Dress up flower beds with mulch, and plant bushes, trees, and perennials. A little bit of color can go a long way.
Lawn Care
Believe it or not, the small price you pay for lawn care yearly makes a big difference. Keeping the yard maintained is only a couple hundred dollars a year, but it makes a huge impact on anyone looking at it! Taking care of your yard is the most fundamental thing you can do to increase the value of your home through landscaping.