The exterior of your home makes a daily and lasting
impression on neighbors, friends, and family. It's the first thing people see,
so maintaining its appearance is important. Since the fall season brings cooler
temperatures, making outdoor work more pleasant, what better time to update
your home's exterior than now? And all it takes is a few small projects to
effect a big change on your outdoor space.
Below are four simple ways to touch up on the outside of
your home this fall.
1. Brush up the paint
A quick touch up on paint can do wonders for the exterior of
your home. Take a careful look at your house and the outside elements like your
garage and work on selected spots. A fresh coat of paint can improve your home
immensely, without the cost of a serious remodel. It may even be time for a
completely different color to really give your home new life. Whichever you
decide to do, a new coat of paint can be aesthetically transformative. Early
fall is an especially smart time to paint, since you'll be less likely to get
heat stroke and it'll brighten your home during the darker fall and winter
months.
2. Do some
landscaping
As we all know, fall means a lot of leaves. Although
clearing your lawn of leaves, twigs, and other debris is tedious work, it not
only makes your lawn look nice but also keeps it healthy. And despite the
approaching winter season, you should continue to improve the health of your
grass. Remove any weeds and feed your grass with nutrients.
3. Check up on your
mailbox
Because the winter weather can be rough, autumn is a good
time to make sure your mailbox is in good shape and can withstand whatever the
colder temperatures may bring. Check to see if any hinges on the door need to
be tightened or replaced, ensure that the mailbox is correctly mounted and not
loose, and replace or add house numbers if need be. It may be time for a
completely new mailbox. We carry a large selection
of decorative mailboxes for you to choose from, which can be personalized
to meet your specific requirements.
4. Improve your Lighting
As the colder months approach, the sun will set sooner and
the nights will be longer. Make sure your outdoor lighting works properly and
be sure to replace any dim or broken bulbs. Also, since the wet winter weather
has the potential to cause problems in lighting systems, fixtures may not be
avoidable. If you want to add some charm to your home, consider installing
garden lights along your pathway or front door.
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