Inexpensive Ways To Improve Your Curb Appeal

January 5, 2010

You can have a home that’s a delight to dwell in and easier to sell when the time is right for less than you might think. Here are hints on how to improve your curb appeal:

• Deck out your home–A new terrace, porch or deck can greatly expand your home’s worth.

• Fencing–can provide both style and privacy.

• Painting–Whether it’s on the doors, trim or the house itself, a quick coat of paint can change the look and feel of a property.

• Landscaping–A well-maintained yard, with manicured shrubs and a well-edged lawn, can help grab a buyer’s attention–and the right shade trees can help cut cooling costs.

• Replace aging vinyl or aluminum siding with bricks–Brick exteriors can make your home more comfortable and re-sellable, and the latest technology is making brick siding even more affordable and durable.

Novabrik, an innovative, mortarless brick technology never needs painting, prevents mold and won’t warp, dent or fade and is warranted to last 50 years. This new building material is a snap to install and has more staying power than vinyl siding or stucco.

Because it’s made of a high-strength concrete, the technology can withstand the effects of severe weather, high winds and fire. Its special "rain-screen" design prevents water from penetrating the wall from the outside, and the mortarless construction promotes airflow in the wall cavity, thus removing any moisture coming from the inside and helping to prevent mold decay.

Novabrik installs as well as the look of traditional brick for 15 to 20 percent less. Also it can be installed year-round, even in freezing temperatures, making Novabrik a perfect solution for homeowners.

Several colors, sizes and styles are available as are interior and exterior corners, window sills, wainscot caps and corner strips.

 
source: NAPSI

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