Exterior Remodeling Designs and Ideas for Summer
With the summer weather on us, there’s a good chance that you’re looking around your home and wondering what exterior remodeling projects to take on this year. You don’t want to put off deciding on those projects either, because the summer months will fly by. If you want to take advantage of your outside projects before fall and the new school year arrives, this is time to pin them down. Just as importantly, summer is the busy season for contractors of all stripes. You need to book them early or you might miss out.
Need some help figuring out what projects are right for you? Check out some of the ideas below and see if they ignite your imagination.
Deck Rehab
The venerable deck is often a centerpiece of summer living. Maybe you use it to hang out with your family and do a little grilling or invite the neighbors over for a little party. Of course, decks will eventually start to show their age through a combination of weather, age, and use. If your deck is looking a bit worse for wear, you’ve got a few choices.
One popular choice for a quick facelift is basic power washing. It cleans up any accumulated dirt and grime. That can make your deck look years younger.
If you want something a bit more potent, though, decks are a great candidate for exterior painting. A fresh coat of paint or two on your deck can make it look brand new again. Want to make the deck really pop? Toss in a different color for the rails and handrails.
Not sure who does deck painting in your area? A quick online search for “painters near me” and “decks” should find you a good candidate.
You can take up a notch with your deck rehab and update your deck furniture and lighting.
Fence Renewal or Installation
Maybe your home came with a fence when you bought it, but it’s showing its age now. Then again, maybe your home never had a fence and you always thought it could use one. Adding fencing can make it more practical for kids and pets to play outdoors.
If your fence looks old and weathered, you can often give it new life with a fresh coat of stain or new paint. Just make sure you pick a color that complements your home’s color. When in doubt, white is a classic fence color for a reason. It goes with almost any other color.
Exterior Painting
For a lot of homeowners, exterior painting is something that gets on the to-do list and stays there year after year. Unfortunately, the paint job looks worse year after year as well.
Exterior painting isn’t just a way to make your home look better, although it almost always will do that. It’s also a great way to add curb appeal if you think you might sell in the next year or two. The better curb appeal can actually add value to your home in terms of the offers you see.
Kaleidoscope Paint can help your Edmond OK home achieve peak curb appeal with its exterior home painting services.
Home color trends have also evolved over the years. Where bright colors were often frowned on by tastemakers in the past, you can often get away with them on a limited basis these days. For example, front doors are often a prime choice for a bright color that pops and draws the eye.
Gutter Replacement
Gutters are one of the easiest things to overlook when it comes to exterior remodeling projects. After all, nobody really enjoys dealing with their gutters. They’re unpleasant to clean and a potential source of water damage if they go untended.
If your gutters are showing their age by sagging or cracking, start over with a new gutter installation. It won’t make cleaning them any easier, but they’ll look a lot better.
Contact Our Edmond OK Exterior Remodelers
Are you in the market for exterior remodeling projects like deck rehab, gutter upgrades, or exterior painting in the Edmond OK area, but don’t relish the thought of months of DIY efforts? Kaleidoscope Paint can help you achieve your exterior remodeling goals. Contact Kaleidoscope today for a consultation on project scope, color choice, scheduling, and estimates.