Make the most of your money with an investment to refresh your practice.
Kimberli Bragg, a partner with thoughtSPACE architecture firm in Lexington, Ky., offers these suggestions for any budget.
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$1,000 OR LESS
Cater a lunch for your team on a weekend day and ask them to perform a thorough spring cleaning, including purging old files, equipment, and miscellaneous clutter; performing touch-up painting; and tidying up the practice, both inside and outside.
$2,500 OR LESS
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Hire landscape experts and add some color with plants. Work on creating a clear, visible path from the road to the front door.
Make your practice ADA-accessible. Remember, dogs need ramps too. For more, visit dvm360.com and search "ADA accessibility."
Update your sign. You could install lighting, repaint the sign, or add landscaping around the base.
Add night lighting and wireless cameras to improve the safety of your practice and your team members.
$5,000 TO $10,000
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Invest in proper ventilation to eliminate odors that turn off clients.
Repaint your building.
Install a new roof.
Invest in branding and a new sign. Create a cohesive image to send a strong marketing message.
Create a focal point at the entry, like a water feature or pergola.