Stop the Scroll: Curb Appeal Buyers Can't Ignore

You only get one chance to make a first impression - and when it comes to selling your home, that moment happens before buyers even step out of the car. Improving your street appeal doesn’t have to be expensive, but it can have a huge impact on how buyers feel about your property from the very first glance.

What Buyers Notice First:

A tidy, well-presented front yard sets the tone for the whole inspection. Buyers instantly make assumptions about how well the home has been looked after, just based on the lawn, garden, paths and facade.

And when it comes to your photos - showing even a glimpse of the front door makes a huge difference. If it’s hidden behind overgrown bushes or trees, it can make your home feel closed-off and uninviting. Trim it back and let that entrance shine!

Budget-Friendly Ways to Boost Your Frontage:

• Lawn Care: Mow, edge, and water regularly in the weeks leading up to sale. A green lawn always looks more loved.
• Weeding & Mulching: Clean out garden beds and add fresh mulch — it’s cheap, easy, and instantly neater.
• Plants: Pop in some affordable, fast-growing greenery or flowering plants for a splash of life and colour.
• Cleaning: Pressure-wash the driveway, paths, porch and even the house exterior if needed.
• Letterbox & Numbers: Replace tired old letterboxes and make sure your house number is clearly visible.
• Lighting: Solar garden lights or a new porch fitting can add serious charm for evening inspections.
• Front Door & Paint Touch-Ups: A freshly painted front door in a modern colour makes a huge impact. Don’t forget to touch up any chips on windows, trims or fences.

Great curb appeal doesn’t require a big budget — just a little elbow grease and an eye for detail. It shows buyers the home is well cared for, and it gets them excited to see what’s inside.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of our series!