Outdoor Home Improvement Projects with High Return on Investment
Although Southern California isn’t known for its harsh winters, most of us can begin to celebrate the coming of summer. Unfortunately, with the stay at home orders still in place, many of the spring and summer activities that we had planned for have been canceled. While this might be disappointing, we can still find positivity in what otherwise seems like a rough time.
All of the additional downtime gives us the opportunity to spend more time on home improvement projects, and given the change of the seasons, now is a good time to tackle our home’s exterior. Here are a few outdoor home improvement projects with a high return on investment to consider.
Reorganize
Before you move onto more work intense home improvement projects, start by making sure that your outdoor space is clean and tidy. It is important to make sure outdoor furniture is organized, your landscaping is cleaned up, and any unattractive features are hidden or masked. For example, cover up electrical boxes by planting shrubs next to them and make sure to put away any toys your kids have around the yard.
Paint the Garage Door or Replace It
As it turns out, your garage door can make a big difference in how valuable your house appears. You have a few options. The first is you can totally replace it, which is going to be the more expensive option. Generally, though, the average garage door replacement can yield up to a ROI of around 94.5% which isn’t a bad deal. Another option is to paint over it. You can go with a more classic color, like a beige or a grey, or maybe you can spice it up with something more bold. Make sure that whatever color you choose pairs well with the rest of the house so as not to give it a messy feel.
Install a Steel Entry Door
A new entry door can be a great new addition to the exterior of your home, especially if it’s made of steel! Steel entry doors are not only attractive and classic looking, they’re also very valuable. Steel entry doors can be pricey, but they’re return on investment is almost 70%. This is important to keep in mind if you plan on selling your house any time soon. To add to the overall look, we also recommend adding a nice floral wreath or decoration. With summer coming up, you can make one yourself out of fresh flowers!
Build a New Deck
Summer plans might be cancelled, so why not bring more enjoyment to your own home with a new deck? Decks are a great feature that can create a fun space to enjoy drinks and time with family and friends. Additionally, the return on investment for most decks is around 72.1% for a wood one and 66.8% for a composite one. Once the deck is finished, decorate it with some plants and chic outdoor furniture.
Getting on top of these outdoor home improvement projects now will help with your selling process. Top agent insights for Q1 2020 predict that even though the housing market is shifting, it’s still possible to buy and sell, and getting your home in tip-top shape is going to be helpful. Contact The Daniel Boyer Team today to learn more!