Top 10 HomeImprovement Tips Lorrie Kautz

LandscapingTrim the grass and make sure all flowerbeds are freshly mulched and free ofweeds. Prune overgrown shrubs, especially if they’re hiding windows orblocking the entryway.

Gutters and FencesReinforce sagging gutters and straighten crooked fences. Make sure the guttersare cleared of obstructions and the soil isn’t washed out around downspouts. Aquick power washing will brighten fences.

Driveway and WalkwaysClear away clutter like bikes, tools and toys. Use weed killer on grass andweeds that sprout in pavement cracks. Keep edges neat with a weed eater oredger.

Front DoorFreshen the door and trim with a new coat of paint. Tighten loose doorknobs,oil squeaky hinges and make sure the doorbell works. Clean any furniture oroutside decorations. Add a colorful potted plant or a new doormat.

Inside EntryShampoo the rug or scrub and wax the floor. Add a fresh area rug and makesure it has a nonskid surface for safety. Hang a mirror to make your entry looklarger and brighter.

KitchenSet a warm, inviting mood by keeping countertops free of clutter and addingdecorative canisters or a scented candle. Clean out the refrigerator, degreasethe oven, wipe down cabinet doors and keep the sink shining.

BathroomsMake sure your bathrooms sparkle. Clear countertops of unnecessary clutter.Replace discolored or damaged caulking. Fix dripping faucets and leaky toilets.

Garage, Basement and AtticThis is the time to sort through all the junk and decide what to keep and whatto give away. Use easy-to-assemble storage shelves to stow tools and sportinggoods; wall hangers for garden hose, blowers and other equipment.

LightingReplace burned out bulbs and clean fixtures, inside and out, to get rid of deadbugs and cobwebs. Consider replacing dated fixtures in the most visiblelocations. Install indoor track lighting to highlight artwork and open drapes andblinds to let in natural light. Outside use landscape lighting to accentuatearchitectural features.

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