You may feel that it's always what is inside that matter most, but the look of the outside of a property is incredibly important to its value and the impression people have of the people inside.

Any outside space that is well maintained and designed can add value to a property, as well as make it more appealing to prospective buyers. It also makes your home a more pleasant place to live, and leaves guests and visitors with a better first impression of your home.

There are some simple and easy things you can do to maximize the value of your outdoor space and add as much value as possible to your property’s value. Here is our quick guide.

Re-Design and Landscape Your Yard

Making some small, subtle changes to your yard can be enough to give your home’s outdoor space a revamp. The bigger the change, the more value you may add to your home, as long as the changes are tasteful and appropriate for the space.

Your home’s fencing is an important part of your outdoor space and its look. At Northland Fence you can find a range of tasteful and hardwearing vinyl fencing that can give your home a new look that will last a lifetime.

Make Space for Entertaining Outside

A home with a garden or yard is always more expensive than one without, yet people don’t make enough use of the space they have paid for.

If you are giving your garden a redesign or you are landscaping, consider setting aside some space for entertaining and eating. Adding a deck is a quick and simple way to create an outdoor area for eating and socializing, but if you have enough room, make a space away from the home that will be more peaceful and surrounded by nature.

Add an Outdoor Fireplace or Firepit

A great addition to any garden, especially if you are looking for more space for entertaining and cooking, is a fire burner or a firepit. 

They can also be very inexpensive, with many designs that can be hand-built in a few hours. This can give you a lot of return on your investment. Make sure the location you choose for your fire is away from any trees or bushes to avoid any fire hazards, and keep the seating close to the heat source so you can stay outside and enjoy the night sky in your garden.

Consider Outdoor Blinds

If you have a decked area, patio, or balcony, then you should have a look at outdoor blinds and awnings that can help you define your social space and bring a bit of the inside to your outside.

Blinds and awnings at the exterior edge of you outside social spaces can help create a visual and physical barrier between an eating and entertaining area, and your wider yard. This can help keep kids in check and keep ball games and activities away from your relaxed and sedate seating area. They can also provide some shade when on particularly hot and sunny days.

With just one or two of these additions, you can make a significant increase to your property value, as well as make more use of the space you have around your home.