Start Your MN Home Remodel with the Outside

Even though fall is heading our way here in the Twin Cities, many homeowners are still scheduling home improvement projects to be done before winter.  If a number of remodeling ideas are on your list but you can’t make up your mind where to start, this post is for you.

Usually when remodeling a home, the bathrooms and kitchen are the ones people think of first.  However, you should consider the way the outside of the home looks before moving into the inside.  Real estate professionals recommend that you start on the outside and work your way in, this is one of the biggest pieces of advice many homeowners do not take advantage of. First impressions can mean everything.

The exterior is what is going to set the tone for the look and feel of your home.  The way the home looks provides that feeling for those looking at it when they walk past it, look at it and admire it.  And for your visitors, how your home looks on the outside makes a lasting impression.

Once you’ve decided on an exterior remodeling project, there are choices to be made in materials. You can choose many textures, colors and other bits and pieces to make it your own and make it how you’d like it to look. If you choose high quality products, you can ensure that the home is able to last a bit longer than it would with other products. If you’re concerned about making the right choices, that’s where the advice of a professional MN exterior home remodeling contractor can be very helpful.

Of course, for most homeowners the cost is a major consideration.  Here are some ideas to use when it comes to remodeling on a budget:

• Create a plan before you begin. It will reduce the amount of stress as well as help things go smoothly.
• Choose exterior remodeling that fits with the overall style and decor of your home, including the interior
• Start with the small and work your way up. Even the smallest of changes can make a huge difference on the way your home feels and looks. You can change out trim, replace your entry doors, add shutters, etc.
• Reduce the amount of maintenance that you will have to do by choosing low maintenance products.
• Mix up the amount of colors that you use around the outside of the home. By using more than one color, you’re able to get a unique look that is only your own. This is something that a lot of people are afraid to do but if you choose the right colors that work together – you shouldn’t have a problem.
• Make sure to invest in quality, not quantity. You want something that is going to work and last.

Concerned about Minnesota’s environment?  There are many different eco-friendly options, especially those that reduce your energy use.  We can suggest a variety for you.   This helps to create not only a greener home but one that looks great. And we offer plenty of low-maintenance options as well, so you don’t have to worry about spending your days off keeping up on the outside of the home so it looks good.

Speak with us here at Window Outfitters, the Minneapolis home remodeling company. We are able to provide you with all of your exterior needs such as windows, doors and siding. Check out our Pinterest page for some of the items that we can offer and how we are able to make your home stand out from all the rest.

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