Exterior Home Updates
Some buyers will decide whether or not they like a home within the first ten seconds of seeing it. Even when looking online, buyers will click away if the front of the home isn’t up to par. That is a lot resting on the exterior of your home to get buyers through the door.
Because a home’s curb appeal and outdoor space can play such a significant role in its sale, it is important that exterior home updates before selling are on every homeowner’s to-do list. Whether it involves a full home exterior renovation or some simple cosmetic touches, these updates can have sellers raking in the cash at the closing table. Curbio is here to help.
Get an Estimate for Your Exterior UpdatesCommon Exterior Updates to the Home
Exterior home updates can range from big to small and everything in between. At Curbio, we have no minimum or maximum on projects, so you can do whatever work you need to make the most profit.
An Exterior Refresh
A pre-listing refresh can go a long way. Simple lifts like power washing, landscaping, and repairing damaged siding are all exterior home updates that can give you a great return on investment.
Repairs
Buyers look for imperfections, so outdoor features that are noticeably in need of repair can have them turning away before they even make it to the door. Making some exterior repairs before selling can help keep buyers interested.
Exterior Remodeling
If your property is in desperate need of some more involved outdoor updates, do not neglect making these changes. In some cases, an exterior remodel before selling could result in thousands of dollars in profit.
Financing Common Exterior Home Updates
While many homeowners want to make exterior updates to their home before selling, a lot fear the associated cost of these projects. To make these updates a reality, we offer transparent upfront pricing with no payment due until after the home sells. With this pay-at-closing model, homeowners can enjoy a hefty return on their investment without worrying about upfront costs
Landscaping
Average ROI: 251%
From trimming shrubs to weeding the flower bed, landscaping can do a lot to improve a home’s curb appeal and increase a home’s resale value.
New Roof
Average ROI: 288%
Although often overlooked, roofs are important for maintaining a safe and sound structure. A damaged or even just old roof can turn away buyers, while a new roof can help boost your asking price.
Power Washing
Average ROI: 135%
Wear and tear or a little dirt is normal, but it can raise red flags for buyers. Power washing the siding, walkways, driveway, deck, or patio does wonders for curb appeal and a home’s overall impression.
Past Projects with Exterior Home Updates
When it comes to getting market ready, various changes to the exterior of a house can go a long way. In some cases, a refresh to the home exterior is all that is needed. Other times, a more intensive exterior remodel is recommended. We work with you to determine the best exterior home updates to appeal to buyers and increase your profit. See for yourself.
For this project, we made updates that contributed to over $84,000 in profit after project costs including:
- replacing the roof
- painting the wood siding
- installing a new entry door
- updating the overgrown landscaping.
For this project, we made updates that contributed to over $84,000 in profit after project costs including:
- replacing the roof
- painting the wood siding
- installing a new entry door
- updating the overgrown landscaping.
Frequently Asked Questions
A house’s outdoor space can make or break it for some buyers. If the exterior of your home has some wear and tear or looks messy, then making a few updates could have a big payoff. Pre-listing exterior home updates are some of the more common home improvement projects that homeowners take on before selling because of their high ROI. You do not want to miss out.
If you are looking to update the exterior of a home before selling, you want to ensure that you are making changes that will get you the most money back. Various external updates can increase a home’s value, but every house is unique. Fortunately, our team can help you make informed decisions regarding your exterior home improvement projects. With no limitations on project scope, we can help you maximize your profit and appeal to sellers whether the project is big or small.
As a turnkey home improvement concierge service, we strive to make home updates easier for homeowners and agents. We take care of everything from the initial proposal to the final punch list. Neither homeowners nor agents need to worry about ordering materials, applying for permits, or any other behind-the-scenes details, but you will receive regular updates so you stay informed on the progress. Find out more about the Curbio process.
Our focus on smart home improvements has houses on the market for 50% fewer days than houses listed as they are and results in an average return on investment of 269% for sellers. While other concierge services can have hidden fees, we provide upfront pricing and zero payments due until closing. Our team also manages the entire project from start to finish so agents do not have to.
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Curbio consults on, manages, executes, and finances home improvements big and small to make pre-listing improvements accessible to Realtors® and their clients.