There are many different enhancements that you can make to your home’s landscape. Some of these enhancements will greatly increase the value of your home, and if you are in the real estate business, or are looking to sell your home, then it would be wise to take note of some of these enhancements.

Putting In A Beautiful Garden

Gardens are timeless. They are elegant and beautiful, and no matter the season, town, or culture; gardens are always beloved and desired.

Having a beautiful garden is a guaranteed way to greatly increase the property value of your home. However, this isn’t always the simplest venture to undertake, because you need to account for the climate that you live in, and the space that you have. From this, you can determine the size of your garden, and the plants that you will put in.

If you take the time to set up a nice garden that looks and feels nice and very homely, then you will see a dramatic increase in your home’s market value.

Using A High-Quality Drainage System

Residential drainage and patio drainage systems - among several other types of drainage systems - are another great asset in enhancing your home’s market value.

You see, most houses have decent drainage systems, but they tend to be fairly old and in need of an upgrade. Now, you can find a number of them for very cheap, but the problem with the cheap drainage systems is that they often break, and it can cost a lot of money to repair them. If you spend the money on a good drainage system, it will last a lot longer, and such a decision will increase the value of your home, because people are willing to spend money on things that don’t require a lot of maintenance.

Replacing Your Pool Deck

Now, obviously, this only applies if you actually own a pool. Most pool decks are made of concrete, and that’s fine, it remains a popular choice, but compostive decks are becoming more popular, especially with families, since if children slip while running into the pool, they won’t get hurt as much if it’s wooden.

Now, this may not be a big deal in a cold climate or a place that doesn’t have a lot of heat. But, if you live in, for example, Texas, then this is a VERY good investment to make.

Putting In An Outdoor Patio Or Rooftop Deck

Outdoor patios and rooftop decking are EXTREMELY popular, in places that aren’t affected by things like constant snow and rain. If you live in a place like that, then this probably isn’t the best investment, unless you can invest in some really strong - and expensive - outdoor wood flooring.

However, if you live in a place with a pretty nice climate, for the most part, then an outdoor patio or a rooftop deck is very desirable.

 Low Maintenance Fencing

Make sure to use fencing that is low maintenance for your landscape needs. This allows you to worry less about the stability of the fence and enjoy your landscape. Proper fencing is the final step to completing your landscape and giving you the privacy to fully enjoy your backyard. 

Install A Waterfall In Your Garden/Backyard

This is a very “artsy” option, but if you live in a nice neighborhood, and you happen to have a nice stone waterfall that goes with your garden, then people will be VERY excited to see your home, and your property value will go up quite a bit.

Think about how classy and sophisticated a waterfall would look in your home. People like that kind of look, and your home instantly becomes more desirable, based on that investment.