From Crack House to Curb Appeal! (Incredible DIY Transformation)

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A few years ago, I bought the ugliest home in my neighborhood. The Curb Appeal, in particular, was horrible - so I decided to do something about it. In this video, I am going to show you how I transformed the curb appeal of this fixer-upper with various DIY projects.

Please note that I have detailed videos for all of the projects included in this DIY Curb Appeal Transformation video and I will link them down below.

This curb appeal transformation started off with a handful of cosmetic upgrades. First, I power washed the entire home and I replaced all of the broken pieces of siding. Next, I removed the old abandoned metal chimney and painted the entire house using a paint sprayer. Once the house was painted, I replaced the shutters and switched out the old front door with a new one. These cosmetic projects definitely improved the look of the home, but there was still a ton of work needed.

Next, I decided to completely revamp the front entryway. I started by removing the old metal railing and then I resurfaced the concrete steps using a concrete resurfacing product. After that, I demolished the old entry sidewalk and I poured a new concrete landing and curved sidewalk that connected the driveway to the steps leading up to the house. I then replaced the old railing with a new wire railing system.

Once the front entryway projects were completed, I turned my attention to the garden and landscaping. I decided to build a concrete landscaping edging to help separate my lawn from my garden. I build the forms using 2"x6" lumber and poured all of the concrete by hand. Next, I installed weed barrier fabric, planted a few evergreen shrubs, and filled the new garden area with black mulch. Once the concrete garden curb was complete, I applied topsoil to the lawn and planted new grass seed. Unfortunately, however, the grass did not grow in nearly as well as I would have liked.

And for the final project in my Curb Appeal Transformation, I decided to build a gable porch overhang over the front door. Although this architectural improvement was pretty involved for a DIY project, I think it had (by far) the most dramatic effect on the overall transformation of my home.

Please let me know what you think of the DIY Curb Appeal Transformation! I would love to get your feedback on your favorite project, your least favorite project, etc.

Links to my Youtube Video going through each of the projects shown in this video are provided below. These videos are very detailed and they will walk you through every step of the project.

How to Replace a Front Door:

How to Resurface Concrete:

How to Install a Wire Railing In Concrete:

How to Build a Concrete Garden Curb:

If you are considering tackling a Gable Porch Roof project, I definitely recommend that you check out my EBOOK:

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[dshey]

The neighbors are loving you for how you increased their house values with your terrific transformation.

[dianawallace]

I love watching a guy with mad skills upgrade a pitiful house into something so pretty!

[Idgafrk]

Not throwing shade at anyone but there is just something so attractive about a man that can fix and build things. It’s just a great quality to have.

[rachel_]

The amount of time and dedication it takes to fix up a home, while keeping your sanity living in construction, is commendable. Great job

[Rpaulbroker]

I have been renovating houses I own, rent or sell for over 40 years. You know so much about home renovation, you could teach me plenty. Glad to see a young guy who is so energetic and appreciates old homes. Best of luck in the future !

[Sahmgirl]

Ignore the haters, that is BEAUTIFUL! I love seeing older homes renewed! So much nicer & more character than a new build.

[ninakitchens]

First off, YOU CRUSHED this Reno and anyone who hated on it IS JEALOUS, PERIOD! The predominant thought in my head through this entire video was, HOW DOES HE KNOW ALL OF THIS??? My next thought was, HE'S DOING ALL HIS OWN WORK TOO???? Not only talented and smart but NOT LAZY! WOW! Hard to find these days! Let your haters be your motivators!! 😂 New sub!!

[ClassiqalOne]

The fact that people were hating on the original remodel before redoing the front is BANANAS! You did a beautiful job this entire way! Thanks for giving people hope that it’s doable even if all the hard work you put in was so condensed

[BreadCasket]

Looks a million times better, neighbors must be thrilled!

[euterpe]

You did a beautiful job on an eyesore. I bet the neighbors are cheering. Forget the haters, you rock!

[JudithPrince-bu]

I love watching things like this from start to finish.

[aquariumaquarium]

I’m a handyman myself and I’ll admit I’m impressed with your transformation and happy to see young people like you working on your property.
Aren’t you proud to stand back and see the great work you did with your own hands man?

[veeemm]

Ignore the haters! Guarantee you, all those people who are leaving comments like that have never done anything close to what you did here. It's a simple house to begin with, sure. But even the simplest houses can be cozy and have curb appeal if you take care of them. You completely revamped this house and I think it looks awesome. There is something so satisfying watching someone turn a house in shambles to sprucing it up. This is amazing.

[martinmacariola]

This is by far one of the most realistic DIY videos on YT. I love that there are mistakes and lessons learned from them. You sir are the man!

[JoeUrdiales]

Man! I loved this video!! I loved it so much, I subscribed to your channel. I had my home built back in 2023, and ai wished I could have been a part of it. Its so true, the haters will always hate, but when you shut them up, amazingly they shy far away. I bought my property and everyone laughed at me saying nothing grows there. Telling me How stupid I was for spending money on junk property, ( whatever that meant). Now, Im the proud owner of a 5200 sq., ft., 2 story home, with my own pond stock with fish, and a infinity salt water pool, in my back yard. People will be rude because I feel there not happy with there own lives, so it makes them feel a little better putting everyone else down. What ashame. Again this community says nothing stupid to me, all they say is Wow! What a gorgeous home. I will continue to watch your content. Thanks man!! From Texas!!

[angelaDPT]

Your neighbors must love you. What a gorgeous transformation. Anyone who left a negative comment doesn’t see the bigger picture of how any upgrades help a neighborhood or the homeowners who come after, especially if those homeowners are younger couples just starting out who need a small home but don’t want to move into a dump that needs a ton of work. Well done 👍🏻

[debfaro]

Working hard always pays off. You made the world a better place-not to mention that neighborhood. They're lucky to have you!

[ElizabethMayo-sfwg]

I admire a man who can work with his hands. Good looking house.

[vickiedeven]

You took the words right out of my mouth. A man who can cook as well as build and fix things!!so attractive❤❤❤

[otakelblanchemanor]

Love it all but the porch overhang is the cherry on top!!
Doesnt look like the same house!