Keep the exterior of your home looking its best!

It’s hard to believe that the fall season is upon us.  With the summer months over,  it is now time to take a look at your home’s exterior, especially if you are entertaining the idea of listing it for sale this season. Here are a few tips to help you keep your property looking its best:

·     Rake up leaves on a frequent basis. 

·     Inspect your eaves troughs and remove any debris that has been trapped.

·     Continue to weed the garden beds and walkways.

·     Remove annual flowers that are no longer blooming and plants that are past their prime.  Dead    foliage gives the impression of a home that is not cared for.

·     Keep an eye on the rain amounts.  In warm, dry fall weather, you will still need to irrigate your           lawn.

·     Fertilize your lawn before the ground freezes.  This will give your grass a head start in the                   spring. 

·     Adjust the timers on outdoor lighting since it now gets dark earlier.

·     Give your gardens some fresh colour by planting fall flowers such as mums. Choose a color that compliments the exterior of your home.

·     Redesign your urns and flowers pots to a fall theme.

Add some decoration and attract attention.  Create a simple design for the front porch. Pumpkins add color and provide a welcoming feel for the season.

Add cushions in fall colours to an outside chair or swing to add to your decorative theme.  If you pay this much attention to the exterior of your home, buyers will be anxious to see what is behind the front door. 

These are just a few things that will help keep the exterior of your home looking its best!

Feel free to add a comment with your fall ideas!

Richard Thyssen, Broker of Record
Colleen Thyssen, Sales Representative
Direct: 519-495-1541
Email: rthyssen@rogers.com
www.thyssengroup.com