Posts with tag 'Homeowner Tips'
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Homeowners: How to Save on Energy Costs
Cold weather is here, and with the inflation we've seen recently, homeowners are worried about energy costs this winter. Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce your home's energy consumption. Here are a few suggestions from our real estate agents.
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5 Ways to Use Paint to Update Your Home
Are you itching to give your home a facelift? Whether you're getting it ready to sell or just want to improve its look for your own enjoyment, paint is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to update your home. Here are five paint tricks our real estate agents recommend to give your home a fresh new look.
- Give your front door a new pop of color.
Painting your front door is a fast way to improve curb appeal by adding an attention-getting pop of color. Opt for a color you don't see much in your neighborhood to make your house really stand out among other Klamath Falls homes for sale. Painting your front door is also a great way to freshen up an older paint job, even if everything else doesn't need done yet. You might also consider repainting your window trims on your front facade while you're at it.
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Now's the Time to Update Your Patio
We're thrilled you decided on a dream home from Klamath Falls homes for sale and can imagine you've worked hard since moving in to get everything in your home just right. But maybe you've left the best for last, whether it's the patio, backyard dining area, or garden entertainment area. Our real estate agents have a lot of ideas about improving the home's exterior, including making the patio an extension of the home and increasing your living space.
Complete your modifications to outdoor structures and systems, including outdoor kitchen; features for shade and privacy; flooring, whether concrete, paving stones, bricks, or grass; and garden, landscaping, and decorative elements. Now you're ready for furniture. Here's some advice on this key element of updating your patio.
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5 Ways to Attract Hummingbirds at Your Home
House-hunters looking at Klamath Falls homes for sale are often attracted by the beautiful landscaping. Colorful butterflies visit the lovely flowers that adorn the properties. But some houses attract certain entertaining guests more than others. Our real estate agents have collected a few tips to invite hummingbirds into your yard.
- Add a splash of red
Hummingbirds adore red. It is their favorite color, hands down. But they also love bright purple, orange, and pink. Trumpet-shaped flowers that hold generous portions of nectar also beckon the birds to come to partake of the sweetness. Consider Oregon Firestorm, cloudburst phlox, fuchsia, and nasturtiums to bring a riot of color to your landscaping, and the birds will follow. Many people find that adding streamers of red ribbon to bushes and trees will bring more birds.
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Homeowners: Pros and Cons of Adding a Retaining Wall
If you've been looking at some of our gorgeous Klamath Falls homes for sale, you have surely seen some properties that have been beautifully enhanced by retaining walls. Homeowners often ask us whether or not it is a good idea to build a retaining wall on their property. Our real estate agents know that is not a simple yes or no question. There are several issues you should consider before determining your best option.
- Aesthetics
A retaining wall can add significant curb appeal by skillfully sculpting the space. The well-constructed wall is attractive in its own right. With a wealth of available materials such as stone, brick, wood, and concrete, you can indulge your creativity in designing the perfect landscape. Unfortunately, the wall loses that appeal if it blocks a beautiful view. You will also want to give careful consideration to the materials you select. Concrete is by far the most durable option, but brick or stone may be more pleasing to the eye. Fortunately, you can enhance the concrete for a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.