Give Your Backyard a Facelift in Northern Virginia!

Sure, the weather in Northern Virginia isn’t always perfect, but a warmer climate and more moderate weather conditions allow for our residents to enjoy the outdoors more often throughout the year. In our area, one of the best upgrades that you can make before putting your home on the market is to your backyard. Creating a little fun or relaxing escape back there will show NOVA home buyers what they can do with the space during showing time. Remember: buyers want the whole package. As a home seller, it’s your job to showcase the potential of your home, and that includes its exterior.

The perfect backyard means fun for family and friends and a little escape haven from the stresses of everyday life. You can create one, and you don’t have to break the bank to do it! Here are a few ideas on how to obtain your own slice of paradise:

Create an interactive environment. One of the best ideas that we’ve heard about is a “Message Center.” Mount a little blackboard on the back of your house and put a little mailbox next to it. Kids will love being able to draw pictures, write messages and play games on the chalkboard, and friends and family can send little messages to one another. Little touches like that add a sense of togetherness and interaction to your backyard, and even if that isn’t going to come with the home, buyers will appreciate the ideas and potential behind it.

Spruce up the entryway into your home. Whether it’s a front or back entrance, you want each portal into your home to say “Welcome.” Adding a fresh coat of paint in a bright color will make your whole yard look much more warm and friendly.

Automate your watering. A green lawn is an enticing lawn. A drip irrigation kit that you can pre-set will keep you from having to adhere to a strict watering schedule, and it will amp up your curb appeal at the same time.

Give yourself some new lighting. When it comes to your backyard, you want to have a gentle glow throughout. It’s more flattering and better suited for entertaining. Light fixtures with a downward cast are better for this sort of scheme.

Have multi-tasking pieces. The most effective patio furniture is that which can double as storage space. Having a bench that can house toys and extra seasonal necessities will allow people to relax and have easy access to the things that they need. This is the ideal combination to have in an outdoor space.

These are just a few ideas that you can use to transform your backyard into the ideal outdoor getaway. Giving your yard a facelift will reel potential home buyers in and show them the potential that your NOVA home really has. Even if these upgrades won’t come with the home, you’ll be giving them ideas on how they can enjoy your property to its fullest if they choose to live there.

If you ever need any ideas on how to best prepare your home to sell in the Northern Virginia real estate market, don’t hesitate to contact me and ask! I’d be happy to help you and share my experiences with you. I hope to hear from you soon!


Earle Whitmore
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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