trends and technology. They don’t want light fixtures that look like they came from the ’80s. You don’t necessarily have to install the latest, most expensive light fixtures to make them look better, however. You can look for fixtures that match the mounting systemyou currently have installed on the exterior of your home so it will only be a replacement job, instead of a completely new installation, which can get rather pricey. You can also bring in more lights, should your home still be too dark. This helps make a huge impact when it comes to curb appeal, and also provides better security. Solar stake lights are incredibly cheap when bought from home improvement stores. No one is going to want to break into a home that has a well-lit exterior, and they also make life easier for anyone living in the house. WHAT YOU SHOULD NOT DO Even though landscaping really pertains to the ground cover and plants that are around the outdoor area of your home, the exterior paint of your home plays a large role in the entire look of the place. Skimping on the paint on the exterior of your home is a great way to chase buyers away. Getting a new paint job well before you plan on putting your home on the market is the best thing you’ll ever do. This way, the paint does not look so fresh and new, but like you’ve been keeping up with it for years. The fall is the best time for repainting homes, as well as repairing siding and retouching chipped paint, because your landscape will have the best light around that time of year in most of the country. Most homeowners who are selling usually assume that they should only have to pay attention to soft landscaping, meaning the lawn and the garden, but that is incorrect. “Hardscaping” refers to the driveway, rocks, sidewalks, and any paved areas around the home. Make sure to power wash your driveway throughout the fall and into the winter months, just to ensure that it gets a good clean all year and that you won’t have to bring in professionals to give it a good clean for you.
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