Boost Your Curb Appeal with Exterior Renovation Services in Ontario

Whether you want to update the old look of your home, repair the damage, or plan to sell your property, the exterior renovation will protect and add value to your property.

You may need help deciding where to start or what look you want. After all, your home exterior has several parts. Every part of it contributes to the overall change, from the roof, the windows, the corridor, the landscape and even the architectural style.

Before you start renovating your house's facade, it is better to read Happy Construction's recommendations or contact this company's expert consultants in Ontario.

Determining the budget before designing

There are better sources than the Internet and architectural magazines for exterior renovation ideas. Before you start planning any changes, you need to figure out your budget. You can manage your budget by limiting where you spend and using savings. So you can give a clearer idea about the new features.

In addition to essential expenses, consider an amount as an emergency fund. That way, you can have extra features or avoid the hassle of unexpected repairs.

Suppose you always want money for renovations and a budget to cover any necessary repairs, funding for maintenance and repairs. A good guideline is the one percent rule. Set aside one percent of your home's value each year as a budget for maintenance.

All kinds of exterior renovation

Think about what scale of change you intend for the exterior. Do you want to change your facade completely, or do parts need repair and renovation? Knowing this will help you decide what kind of changes you need. There are 4 general categories of exterior renovation:

1. Maintenance or repairs

Essential maintenance and repairs can go a long way in updating any outdoor space in your home. If the siding is worn or the roof leaks, you cannot solve these problems by painting.

A small crack can turn into a big and costly problem. If something needs repair, like the roof or windows, and your home isn't well protected, you'll need to budget for that project first.

If you're considering preventative maintenance, start with a list of what looks old or worn, and then address those areas. Even a fresh coat of paint on faded window frames can restore the beauty of your home.

Painting your siding is another significant change to your exterior, especially if it's still in good condition. You can change windows to make more changes. Pay attention to landscape maintenance, and take time to trim bushes and trees or plant something new.

During repairs, you can replace the old facade with a new style. Older gutters are prone to water damage, so invest in new channels. At the same time, be bold and consider a different colour that will make them stand out and complement your home. The advice of Happy Construction's experienced consultants is to use a colour that matches the windows for the gutters.

      2. Exterior appearance renovation

Does the age of your home show that it differs significantly from modern styles? If so, update the look of your home to have a dream home with added appeal and value. Try painting your front door an eye-catching colour, then add exterior crown moulding to spruce it up.

If you use white decorations on the house and window frames, you will highlight the appearance of your house. Use columns or stone cladding to give an old house a modern exterior. Stamped concrete paths with colourful flower beds provide beauty and a modern sense of elegance.

      3. Exterior renovation to reduce costs

If your monthly bills are increasing, your home's exterior and windows need a significant makeover. Energy-efficient front doors have a high R-value and are highly customizable, making them perfect for front doors. Adding side lights or a window above can bring more natural light into your home. ENERGY STAR windows are guaranteed to have a high energy efficiency rating, so you can focus on customizing the style.

       4. Increase in property value

If you plan to sell your house, you should focus on making changes to the home's exterior and beautifying it to attract potential buyers. Statistics of the Canadian real estate market show that the renovation of the facade has the highest return on investment. Many exterior renovations, including a new front door, garage door, vinyl siding, deck additions, stone veneer and new windows, significantly increase the property's value.

Remember the landscaping and even the general care of the yard, which are very noticeable to property buyers. A manicured lawn, designed flower beds and paths can completely change the look of your home.

If your driveway is damaged or your garage door is discoloured, get them repaired. A new paint will make your home look new. As a result, the buyer is sure that you have paid attention to the maintenance of your home and that your home is of high quality.

Home exterior architecture ideas

So far, I have only talked about minor facade repairs and renovations. But you can renovate and change the entire home exterior. In this case, you should focus on the house's architectural style to have good ideas. You can also combine elements of popular styles, such as cottage or Tudor, and get a modern look.

The experienced designers of Happy Construction are by your side to get your dream and modern property by renovating the house's facade. In the following, you will get acquainted with several styles.

Cottage style

This style has soft and particular elements with a warm or neutral colour scheme. A white picket fence, half front porch, and neat flower beds are features of the cottage style. The advantage of this style is that you can use it in parts of the facade. For a particular porch, instead of building a front porch, cover it with an arched porch roof. If you want the height of the house to be seen more, use white trim. Then either uses neutral and classic shades or go for pastel colours to have a happy and lively home.

Victorian style

Victorian houses have lots of details, colours and textures. Combine elements of this style with modern style to get a new modern look. In this style, you can use asphalt to renovate the roof. Bay windows are another addition that adds beauty both inside and out.

Craftsman style

In the craftsman style of architecture, you see conical front columns. Multi-glazed windows with extensive trim are also standard for this style of home. If you want to have a customized and creative look, use the craftsman architectural style. Adding stone accents, such as cladding to columns or siding, will help add a modern feel. In this style, use black colour for siding to highlight the facade.

Contact the experts at Happy Construction to start your exterior renovation.

Renovating the house's facade is necessary for old houses, and it gives the owner the feeling of a new home and improves the mood of its residents. But to do it in principle, you need to get help from skilled experts.

Happy Construction Company has more than 20 years of experience in exterior renovation, and by following the standards, it can restore your house's facade at an affordable cost. We will inspect your home for free and provide you with proposals and accurate cost estimates.