Hester Painting & Decorating has always advocated for homeowners to utilize Hester’s Exterior Maintenance Program in order to help keep their homes looking fresh and keep the ongoing maintenance costs and headaches reduced.
Mark Twain’s quote applies to owning a home too, “Continuous improvement is better than delayed perfection.”
Increase Curb Appeal
As the saying goes, potential buyers tend to “judge a book by its cover.” The first impression of your house should always be a good one. Buyers don’t want to spend time or money catching up on neglected ongoing maintenance.
“In a 2023 report, most REALTORS (92%) suggested sellers improve curb appeal prior to listing a home for sale.”
Hester Painting & Decorating suggests a few ways to help with a home’s curb appeal.
Three Ways to Help With a Home’s Curb Appeal
Pressure washing the exterior for a clean and fresh appearance:
Starting with the pressure washing can also point out areas that might need more work than just a clean up.
Keep in mind that a messy or neglected exterior is a turnoff. Pressure washing should definitely be part of your exterior routine at least every other year. Pressure washing can elevate your home to a like-new condition. It also leads visitors and potential buyers to believe that if the exterior is properly maintained, then the interior is also probably the same. Power washing with a proper mildewcide product can be performed by Hester’s professional painters.
Freshen up paint:
Paint or stain the front door.
- Properly prepare and repaint the trim and any shutters.
- Walk around the house and look for any areas that have peeling or cracking paint – have those repaired right away. Small annual repairs for items like that can help avoid major repairs later.
Check the deck and front porch:
With wood decks and porches, it is important to inspect carefully for nails and screws that winter’s wrath may have pushed up. Tear off any large splinters of wood. Scout for wasps nests or other infestations. Restain or reseal the wood because preventative maintenance will double the life of a deck.
For homeowners in the Chicagoland area, Hester Painting & Decorating offers free annual exterior inspections through its Exterior Maintenance Program. Homeowners receive a detailed, no-obligation evaluation, including cost estimates and timelines for suggested repairs. “Many homeowners can spot an issue after it’s done damage, but it is better – and far less expensive – to catch potential problems before they fester.”
Protect Your Home’s Value
Schedule your exterior inspection with Hester Painting & Decorating today!
