{"id":18106,"date":"2020-03-10T08:00:17","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T13:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abodo.com\/blog\/?p=18106"},"modified":"2020-08-03T10:24:56","modified_gmt":"2020-08-03T15:24:56","slug":"balcony-updates-for-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/balcony-updates-for-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Balcony this Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s no secret that access to outdoor space in your home or apartment, no matter how small, is important to mental and physical health. The ability to have a coffee and enjoy the early morning sunshine, step outside to make a loud phone call, or have a party where your friends can enjoy the fresh air all add to a more inclusive living space. This can a key factor in making a decision on where to rent or buy a new place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While all balconies are great, some are better than others. Square footage of an apartment balcony can make all the difference in the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In fact, <\/span>homes for sale<\/span><\/a> with balconies routinely sell for more than those without, as the feature adds to their long-term resale value. This is especially competitive in big cities where green space is at a premium.<\/span><\/p>\n

While it may be hard to visualize, there\u2019s actually a lot you can do to upgrade your apartment balcony \u2014 even if it looks like a rectangular concrete block now, we\u2019re confident you can turn it into a cozy, bright and warm escape.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The best time to start thinking about upgrading your apartment balcony, and preventing any leaks<\/a>, is in early spring \u2014 don’t wait too long! <\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s not much use for a balcony in the winter, as snow, hail, and wind will likely wreck your plans to spend any time outside, especially in cities like Toronto, Chicago<\/a>, and Minneapolis<\/a>. And if you start preparing now, your balcony will be fully ready to enjoy come summer. <\/span><\/p>\n

As well, for those planning to list their property in the near future, having a pristine outdoor space improves the curb appeal, whether for a condo or apartment. And this<\/span> can often help sell for a premium.<\/span><\/p>\n

The experts at Zoocasa<\/a>, shared a few key upgrades that are perfect to consider doing at the beginning of the spring season:<\/span>
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