But, in communities where homeowners are responsible for their individual properties, it can be difficult to maintain consistency. Some homeowners are more well-versed with home care and landscaping than others. Fortunately, your homeowners association can help by providing members with the following tips: Decorate the front door, make sure house numbers are clear, maintain the roof, clean the exterior, paint on a fresh coat, don't forget the driveway and garage, power wash surfaces, light it up, plant outside the fence, use potted plants, have a social area in the front yard, take care of the lawn, and use a good contractor.