Increasing Home Value with Exterior Home Improvements

Don’t overlook the outside of a house as a great place to add more value.

Warmer weather is traditionally a time for cleaning and decluttering. And while “spring cleaning” efforts typically focus on the inside of a house, homeowners should think about how they can spruce up the outside of their homes as well. Enhancing a home's exterior can add significant curb appeal and value for the homeowner.

Before beginning any home exterior projects, homeowners should consider the following:

• Budget—make sure it's realistic and stick to it.
• Goals—define the desired outcomes for the completed project. For example, is the main objective to increase the resale value of the home, or is it simply a much-needed remodeling?
• Sources—homeowners should consult reliable contractors, builders, architects and realtors for advice (and get tips from friends and neighbors too).

Reroofing is one common exterior project that increases a home's value. Sometimes homeowners are forced to put new roofs on their homes after weather or fire damage. They may also be facing expired warranties on the roofing material. And many homeowners today are reroofing simply to enhance the curb appeal of the home—even if it's not on the market.

"I want to wait until the weather cools down/heats up to put my roof on..."

Academy Roofing has had Clients express their concern that the weather may be too hot or too cold for workers to put on their new roof and they want to wait for the right weather.  On one hand our client's are correct, there are some temperatures are not conducive to roofing; however, Academy would never put on a roof unless the weather was appropriate for roofing.    

North Alabama's weather allows the Academy Roofing team of professionals to work almost year round.  A BIG thank you to all of our clients who are concerned with our safety and understanding the importance of the right conditions for roofing.  We are ready to work and look forward to working with you for your roofing needs!

On a side note, if a claim is filed with the insurance company, the claims process can take up to a couple weeks or months, depending on the insurance company.  Academy Educators work as our client's Advocates to make the process as smooth as possible.  It is best to start the claims process as soon as damage is detected by a roofing professional, even if it is a sizzling hot summer or cool winter.  Most likely the conditions are well enough to install a new roof, but starting the claims process sooner than later is best to ensure proper timing for installation.


We are here to help. We Educate.  You Decide.  Call us today for a free roof inspection!


Academy Roofing, Huntsville, AL Call 256.890.8225 or CLICK HERE to request more information.