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If you own a commercial property, good curb appeal is crucial, whether you are trying to attract tenants or buyers or conduct your own business within the property. Good curb appeal helps create a great first impression and a safe and welcoming environment for potential tenants, buyers, customers, employees, etc.
Paint
A dull, dirty, or worn façade makes a property look neglected and unwelcoming. On the other hand, a fresh coat of paint can significantly improve your property's curb appeal. It will make your property look fresh, clean, welcoming, updated, and well cared for to attract buyers, tenants, customers, etc. Choose a color scheme that blends with the environment, makes your building stand out, or goes with your business logo and color scheme.
Outdoor Lighting
Good lighting is often overlooked, but it can make a commercial property look more inviting and add a layer of security. The right lighting can make your property as appealing (or sometimes more appealing) at night as it is during the day. Showcase any interesting elements of your building with lighting. Also, light up parking lots, entrances, and walkways for employee and customer safety and to deter thieves, vandals, etc.
It's simple: most criminals avoid areas that shine a spotlight on their illegal activities. Therefore, outdoor lighting can reduce vandalism, break-ins, theft, etc. One study found that outdoor lighting can cut crime by 39%.
Professional Landscaping
A professionally landscaped property – office, apartments, retail space, etc. - is more aesthetically appealing and inviting to tenants, buyers, customers, etc. Landscaping also adds natural elements to a typically sterile environment and helps soften the harsh lines of buildings and parking lots. Check out these six commercial landscaping ideas!
Signage
If you do business out of your commercial property, your signage should reflect your business. If it looks old or outdated, replacing your signage will help improve your property's curb appeal and people's impression of your business and attract more customers. Don't underestimate the importance of signage that reflects well on your business.
Decorative Elements
Adding decorative elements like benches and water features can draw positive attention to your commercial property and make it more inviting. Comfortable seating can also enhance your customer's experience with your business if they need to wait for any reason, such as waiting for an available table in your restaurant or car service to pick them up.
Clean and Well-Maintained
A cluttered, dirty, or dilapidating exterior is the best way to damage your property's curb appeal and make it less attractive and inviting to visitors. Keep your pavements, sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots free of clutter and debris buildup to enhance the appeal of your property and create a safer environment. Regularly mow and fertilize your lawn. Maintain your building and landscaping, making repairs as needed. A clean and properly maintained property provides a more professional appearance.
So, good curb appeal is key to attracting buyers, tenants, customers, or employees to your commercial property. Good curb appeal is essential if you want to improve your business's reputation. And finally, good curb appeal is vital if you want to increase your property's value or safety.
With over thirty-five years of real estate experience and more than two hundred 5-star independent customer ratings, Pete Heim can provide additional guidance and help sell your right commercial property faster and at a better price. A lifelong Berks County resident, Pete knows Berks County real estate like nobody else!
Call him today at 610-745-3378 or 610-898-1441, or connect with him online.
Pete Heim is consistently ranked among the best real estate agents in Berks County. He's been serving Berks County buyers and sellers with pride for over 35 years. Put his experience to work for you!
