If you’re looking to sell your home in the future, or if you simply want an upgrade for your lifestyle, you may be interested in finding meaningful ways to boost the value of your home—and with a few cost-effective adjustments, it’s achievable. Here are some of the most valuable repairs you can make for the long-term, whatever your home plans may be.

1. Repair Your Exterior

You can increase your home’s value by repairing the exterior—and give the overall appearance an instant upgrade for anyone to take in before they even enter. Remove and repair damaged siding with fresh new siding boards. Replace missing window screens, or paint and sand existing old, worn screens. Repairing broken fixtures or cracks in the front walk, along with fresh painting and landscaping, can vastly improve your home’s curb appeal.