Toronto is a big city, and there isn’t always a lot of room to expand a house or add to the landscaping. Because of this, the exterior renovations Toronto homes need most are small, or things built on vertical rather than horizontal space. Exterior renovations remain an excellent way to add value and curb appeal, or just make your space seem that extra bit larger.

 

 

This may seem obvious, but little things can make your home seem much newer and nicer from the outside. Fresh paint or siding restores the gleam of a brand new home, and a house facelift offered by exterior renovation companies in Toronto can give the exterior of your home an edge over the buildings surrounding it. These basic and subtle exterior renovations accomplish a lot, especially when the home is viewed in comparison to neighbouring properties, as they give the impression of a living space that’s well-taken care of - and there is also something to be said about buyers not wanting to do the painting themselves.

 

 

Another way to utilize exterior renovations when space is limited is to build on what already exists. Adding a covered porch is one way to do this, such an addition will also let you use your porch more easily when snow begins to pile up in the winter. A covered porch is stylish as well as useful, and goes especially well with a built-in barbecue. A built-in BBQ will take up less space than a full, mobile barbecue set-up, and, if installed on a covered porch, it will still be comfortably usable in rain, or even snow if you can handle the temperature!

 

 

Depending on your situation, you may need storage space you don’t necessarily have right now, or you may have an attached garage that is overfilled. A custom detached garage can help make that storage space. Alternatively, a worthwhile exterior renovation could be replacing a sad asphalt driveway with an expanded brick driveway. Brick or stone driveways not only have a different and more unique style, but will also save you from a fresh coat of smelly blacktop every summer to keep it looking fresh. And while you’re at it, you may as well make it a bit larger to fit more vehicles - whether you’re making space for visitors to park or for new vehicles.

 

 

Even with a small yard, landscape designers can manage impressive work to create variety and beauty in your yard. The addition of more flora, or even some handsome natural stone, can make a more lively scene that frames your home better than a plain yard would. Walkways or lights can add the same effect, giving more to look at without being a distraction, as well as serving a practical purpose for you, or for the home’s next owner.

 

Even in a fairly cramped space, exterior renovations of Toronto homes can make a huge difference while remaining compact, convenient, and serviceable.