So you have redecorated the inside of your house.
Maybe you have replaced your old bed with a strikingly ornate metal bed or you may have even thrown out those old bean bags for the more modern sculptured bean bag chairs that are available today.
Whatever you have done on the inside will be of little value unless you enhance the kerb appeal of the property.
The old saying that 'looks aren't everything' does not hold true when it comes to enhancing the value of your house.
You need to give your home kerb appeal, that luxury look, by making the outside of your property as attractive as possible.
This can be done by taking a few steps that in the long run will pay for themselves many times over.
Here are five ideas to get you started:

1. Block-pave the outside of your house using brick blocks that complement the exterior of the house.
   Get at least three quotes from a recognised landscape gardener.
   Word of mouth is usually best in these circumstances.
   Professional landscape gardeners will normally be able to show you a portfolio of their work and give you a choice of colours and design.
   Take your time.
   Don't rush into your choice because once the blocks are laid, you are more or less stuck unless you are prepared to take them up and start all over again.
   This can be an expensive exercise and is best avoided by slowing the process sufficiently in order to make an informed choice.
   
2. Replace your old garage door.
   There are many choices available on the market ranging from wooden doors, plastic, fibreglass and galvanised steel doors.
   Again making the right choice is vital if you are to get the 'right look' for your house.
   
3. Make sure that the tiles on the roof of your house are in good condition.
   Replace or repair any broken or loose tiles.
   You may want to consider having the tiles clean by a specialist so that they more or less look like new again.
   This could be money well spent.
   Complete the look by refurbishing or upgrading your guttering.
   A lot of people now replace their facia boards with maintenance free plastic facia boards which require no painting.
   This type of facia board provides robust protection against the elements and looks great all year round.
   
4. Create a new room from an under-used space.
   Converting your garage can make a big difference to your living space for a relatively low cost.
   
5. Finally, freshen-up the exterior by repainting all paintable exterior surfaces.
   There is nothing more appealing than that fresh, newly decorated look.
   If the outside of your property looks fantastic it is likely to appeal to a greater number of potential buyers.