Five Ways to Increase Your Curb Appeal

Kim Hanke • Sep 05, 2023

Increasing your curb appeal is a great way to boost your home's value and allow it to stand out in the Arkansas housing market. Even if you’re not planning to sell your home right now, any updates you make to its curb appeal are investments in your future profit and your neighborhood's overall quality and value.


Need some curb appeal ideas? Here are five simple and worthwhile investments you can make in curb appeal for your home.


1. A Fresh Coat of Paint

A new paint color is perfect for a quick refresh of your home’s exterior! If you plan to sell your home soon, pay attention to the latest trends in exterior painting. Otherwise, we recommend choosing a more timeless color that will always be a popular choice, like white, navy, or sage green.


Even just painting your front door can transform the look of your home! Choose a complementary color to the siding and trim. While you might want to keep the color of your house overall simple, your door is a chance to really make a statement and have fun!


2. Replacement Windows

Some renovations for increasing curb appeal are strictly cosmetic and don’t add much value to your home. Still, replacement windows will have immediate benefits for both your home’s value and your quality of life inside the home!


The reasons replacement windows significantly increase the value of your home are the same reasons it’s a smart choice for your own time living there: new,
high-quality windows will provide better insulation, greater energy efficiency, more protection from UV rays, and a more soundproof home. Plus, they immediately give your curb appeal a facelift and make your entire home look like new!


Replacement windows are an investment. This means you don’t want to cut corners and go with something basic that may look nice but not function well! Cheap, standardly-sized windows may also look less appealing if they leave gaps around the edges that must be patched up. When you decide to replace your windows, opt for
custom-fitted windows measured, aligned, and installed by highly skilled craftsmen at Hanke Brothers! With our financing options, you can get all the quality and instant curb appeal you need without breaking the bank.


3. A Healthy Lawn

It may sound simple, but your lawn can be a game-changer! A vibrant green and lush lawn that’s well-trimmed and edged really goes a long way for instant curb appeal. Think of this as rolling out a “green carpet” for a great first impression!


4. New Gutters

Of course, a new paint job, shiny new windows, and a luscious lawn will make any house look good! But have you considered the impact your gutters may have on your curb appeal?


Gutters exist to serve a functional role, but that doesn’t mean their presence around the edge of your roof can’t be an aesthetically pleasing one! Whereas most gutter systems have harsh edges and vertical faces that don’t match the style of any home, Hanke home gutters are specifically designed to complement and add beauty to your home with smooth, curved edges and various colors available.


Here at Hanke Brothers, we are proud to offer the
K-Guard Leaf-Free gutter systems, which provide the best protection against flooding and clogging gutters of any gutter protection system on the market. This means extremely low-maintenance gutters in addition to a beautiful appearance. Our full-size, seamless gutters are made of heavy-duty, non-corrosive aluminum built to last a lifetime. We’re pleased to install this wonderful system!


5. Tidy Up

A lot of curb appeal comes down to cleanliness and maintenance. Reduce clutter in the front of your home by using your garage, backyard, or a free-standing storage shed for any loose items. Give your windows and siding a good power-washing once in a while. Have your children clean up their bikes and toys before coming inside. Clean your gutters of any dirt or debris, even if you have our incredible gutter protection system and just need to wipe them down with a damp cloth! (And if you have K-Guard gutters, you don’t have any work to do!) When it comes to heightened curb appeal, cleanliness is essential!


Boost Your Curb Appeal with Hanke Brothers!

At Hanke Brothers, we care about providing high-quality products and incredible service. That’s why we intentionally only sell the best windows and gutter systems on the market to guarantee you a final result you will love!


Ready to give your home’s exterior a little TLC?
Contact us today to learn more about our replacement windows and gutter systems!

 

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