9+ Ways To Give Your Home Instant Curb Appeal

Is there anything that instantly improves the look of a house like plants do? Adding in new trees, bushes, or even flowers can really take your house to another level.

Just make sure you install sprinklers so that you don't spend all your time watering them.

Brick is fine for some, but it's not everyone's cup of tea. Painting the brick on this house was totally the right choice. It's more modern and stylish now. And those windows don't hurt either, do they?

New paint and hardware on a door can make a huge difference for your curb appeal. Why not try out a contrasting color, or something you wouldn't necessarily want inside the house?

AC Units are necessary, but man are they ugly. Many people have turned to covers to deal with them, and man are they better looking than those big, bulky units! Thanks to Design, Dining, and Diapers for this great idea.

Who says feature walls have to be indoors? This house got an amazing upgrade with the addition of some wood siding for the front window area. Removing that huge bush was also an upgrade, let's be real.

Patio parties and late-night barbecues will never be the same. Adding built-in (or just regular — we aren't all millionaires, after all) lighting will make your home feel inviting and cheery.

Listen, garbage cans are ugly. That's just a fact. Instead of living with it, you can do something about it! This clever garbage can cover cleverly disguises the cans from view, and the wheels allow it to be moved out of the way easily for garbage day.

If your house comes with some classic shutters, why not freshen them up? Sanding them down and cleaning them will give them new life, and new paint will modernize those bad boys.

I mean, what's better than seeing all that dirt and gunk get blasted away? Nothing. The answer is nothing.

You can rent a power washer from your local home hardware store!

Yard maintenance can be difficult, but it's necessary. Cleaning up and reinvigorating your lawn will really pump up your curb appeal. All that new green is just nice to look at, you know?

How minimal and gorgeous is that new fence? Adding one will really help finish off your yard. It adds a feeling of structure to your home, and you can still show off your personal style with one!

And by "wisely," I mean, "choose one that best reflects you and your family." If that's a welcome mat that just says, "bite me," more power to you. Actually, I kind of want a mat like that now.

Let's be real: that porch light has been collecting dead bugs for a few years now. Swap it out for something new and modern to infuse your house with some new energy.

A well-done path is a great way to literally lead people to your home and welcome them in. You can really get creative with how you do your pathway, too!

Window boxes are so inviting. They make your home feel cozy and vibrant at the same time. Add some greenery to your window ledges with a simple window box, or grow some of your favorite herbs in one!

Mailboxes are such a reflection of your home's personality, so why not get one that really speaks to you?

I'd personally go for a gold one, but I'm a super tacky person, tbh.

Because why not? No one said you have to have a boring fence (unless you want a boring fence, no judgement here).

Just make sure to check with your neighbors before you paint your fence pink, okay?

Ugh, those numbers are stunning. Swapping out your house numbers for something that looks more custom is a surefire way to make your neighbors jealous, and impress visitors. Or both? Both is good.

Old knobs, handles, and railings can really start to date a house. Swap them out with new ones, or paint your existing ones in a different color and finish! May I suggest mint? That could be cool.