Fall is the perfect time to tackle some much-needed home improvement tasks. The cooler weather allows you to achieve the best temperatures for outdoor tasks. At the same time, boosting your home’s curb appeal does not need to be time-consuming or costly.

Make a list of a few simple tasks that will enhance the look and value of your home. Simple touches such as a splash of paint, updated house numbers, or modern landscaping can go a long way in boosting the curb appeal of your home.

Check in with the experts at Magnolia Hardware & Supply to talk to a trusted team member today about your fall projects. We are ready to help you complete these easy weekend jobs.

Paint Your Front Door

One of the main focal points of your home is the front door. It acts as the entryway to your home and can be an excellent opportunity to display your personality, style, or the level of maintenance that you keep your home.

As a bonus, this job can be completed in a single day and requires only about a quart of paint. Before painting, you must remove the hardware and prepare the surface with light sanding. Consider adding an accessory with a small wreath made of moss, succulents, or flowers.

Add Colorful Pots and Plants

Getting creative with color and natural plants is a low-maintenance and fast way to increase the appeal of your home. Place a few pots of various colors and sizes that match the style and color scheme of your home.

As we move into the fall, consider adding some hardy plants that can withstand the cool weather, like Bluebeard, garden mums, and oakleaf hydrangea. These plants come in varying shades of autumnal colors that will complement your home and add an immediate homey feel.

Add New Light Fixtures

Rusted or outdated light fixtures are an eyesore that can date your home or make it look old and dingy. New fixtures, on the other hand, can have a massive impact on your home's overall look and feel, especially when seen from the street.

Thankfully, there are unlimited options at home improvement stores for light fixtures. They’re inexpensive and easy to switch out in one afternoon. Ensure that the new accessories match your home's color scheme and style to complement the space.

Clean Windows and Fix Chipped Paint

Keeping the exterior of your house clean and well-maintained is one of the simplest ways to improve the value and curb appeal.

This fall will be the perfect time to get gloves, a ladder, and a bucket of soap and water to wash the windows. While you’re there, check to see if any of the paint around the window or the sill has chipped paint.

If any chipped paint is visible, lightly sand the surface and add a new coat of paint.

Update the Mailbox

The mailbox at the end of your driveway can be an immediate indicator to guests about how much you take care of your home. If it’s seen better days, spend an afternoon digging it out and replacing it with a new or freshly painted mailbox.

For an added touch of flair, consider planting small shrubs or flowers at the base of the mailbox for a small garden.

Add Flower Boxes

If gardening is your thing, consider adding planter boxes under the windows, made of the same material as the trim. In the fall, add cool-weather plants in reds, oranges, and yellows to welcome in the season. Small boxes are inexpensive and can start around $50 per piece.

Update the Trim

Updating the trim around your front door and windows can be an immediate boost to the look and feel of your home. Dark, moody colors add a super-modern flare. Consider adding dark red, brown, or black to the trim on your home to accentuate the windows and doors.

This task is fairly easy and requires minimal prep. Simply wash, dry, and tape the trim around your home before applying an outdoor-approved primer and paint.

Clean and Update Gutters and Downspouts

To ensure that people see only the best in your home, be sure to clean out your gutters and spouts on a semi-regular basis. While you’re up there cleaning out the leaves and debris, take note of any damage to the gutter system.

Gutters that are bent, distorted, or falling off the house will detract from your home’s appearance. Now is the perfect time to clean up these items in your home.

Now that you have some ideas for cost-effective ways to boost your home’s curb appeal, visit us at the store and get the tools and materials needed for these easy jobs.