You have 7 seconds to make a good impression. Be it yourself, your professional life, or even your home. But what did your home say about you? What would people think if they were to stand outside and look at your house? And once someone has made a judgment in their mind, it can be hard to change.

Whether you are looking to sell your home and need to give it a boost, or you want your home to reflect who you are and give a good impression to others, making some changes can be beneficial to how others view your home and even the value of your home.

​Read on for some tips to help your home make a good first impression.

What Does Your Home Say About You? 4 Tips to Make A Good First Impression

Keep It Clean

If your home has rubbish or junk strewn about outside, or your windows and doors are visibly dirty, this will set the tone for how people think your home will be indoors. Get outside and give it a good clean-up, removing anything that doesn't need to be there or detracting from your property's look.

Upgrade Your Walls

What is your home exterior made from? Can it be improved in any way? Does it need a new lick of paint? Do you need to fill in cracks or holes, or would adding cladding enhance the look and feel of your home? This is not only a great way to improve the curb appeal of your home but also increase property value too. Another benefit of adding cladding is that it can provide additional insulation to your home saving you money on energy bills too.

Landscaping

It's important not to forget about the landscaping of any gardens or yards you have too. Overgrown grass areas or disused spaces with cracked paving etc., will automatically revive the look and feel of your home and put off potential buyers if you are looking to sell. You can opt for a low-maintenance outdoor space that offers a clean, minimalist look. You can choose perfectly manicured grass and walkways or add decking to your home to increase the amount of liveable space and value.
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Repairs

In many cases, you can become oblivious about repairs that need doing, especially if you see them daily and simply become used to something that way. This can be a broken gate, a hold in fencing, rotten wood, and so on. Neglecting repairs instantly detracts from your home, and while your interior might be top-notch if you have not carried out this attention to detail externally and you are forgetting to identify and correct any repairs, your home won't look or feel as good as you want it to.

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Making a good first impression with your home isn't just for visitors. It can improve the value of your home; for example, good landscaping can recoup 15-20% of the cost upon resale and enhance your quality of life and your home satisfaction. So when looking at new home upgrades and improvements, why not start outdoors and give your home a makeover that will boost your curb appeal?

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