Kitchen
- Declutter & store large & small appliances
- Remove hanging hand towels from oven, sink, counters
- Remove & store countertop cooking sprays, spices, spoon rests
- Remove & store trashcans
- Clean counters & ledges
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust blinds or curtains
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Wipe down cabinets & drawers
- Clean sink & faucet
- Stove: clean top, front, & inside
- Oven: clean inside & outside
- Microwave: clean inside & outside
- Refrigerator: clean outside & inside
- Dishwasher: clean outside & inside
- Sweep & mop floor
- Clean baseboards
- Clean grout | grout pens are easy!
Think “Fresh & Clean”
Living | Family
- Declutter coffee table
- Declutter shelving
- Declutter accent tables / stools
- Contain blankets in baskets or drawers
- Store personal photos | framed & wall
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Clean ceiling fans
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust blinds or curtains
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Clean TV screen
- Vacuum upholstery: sofas, chairs, etc
- Vacuum / sweep floors
- Clean baseboards
- *TIP: limit throw pillows to neutral
Think “Inviting & comfortable”
Primary Suite
- Declutter & store personal items
- Store personal photos | framed & wall
- Declutter any open shelving
- Store extra blankets/throws
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust blinds/curtains
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust decorative items
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Store any countertop electronic charging stations
- Clean baseboards
- Make bed
- Vacuum carpets & rugs
Think “Hotel Vibes”
Primary Bath
- Remove personal hygiene products
- Use towel hooks vs bar if able
- Store toilet bowl brushes & extra toilet paper
- Remove any bathroom related artwork
- Wipe mirrors & countertops
- Clean shower/tub/toilet areas thoroughly
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust surfaces (tables, shelves, etc.)
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust blinds or curtains
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Clean windowsills
- Clean baseboards
- Vacuum or sweep floors
- Empty & conceal trash if able
Think “Spa Vibes”
Laundry
- Declutter countertops
- Store any personal items
- Organize cleaning products in bins or on shelving
- *TIP: Use clear jars to display laundry soaps, pods & starches
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust light fixtures
- Dust blinds/curtains
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Dust surfaces, vents, lights & fans
- Clean washer & dryer outside & inside if selling with home
- Clean baseboards
- Vacuum or sweep floors
- Empty & store trash
Think “Fresh & Tidy”
Home Office
- Declutter & remove stacked paperwork & work-related items
- Declutter desk
- Store personal photographs
- Store small appliances
- Store ergonomic chairs/tables if possible
- Organize & declutter closets
- Clean fan
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust surfaces
- Dust blinds/curtains
- Dust light fixtures
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Clean baseboards
- Vacuum or mop floors
Think “Organized & Relaxing”
Garage
- Declutter & organize
- Group like items together
- Store smaller items in bins where able
- Organize built-in storage spaces to highlight & maximize space
- Organize tools
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Mop or sweep floors
Outdoor
- Store misc table decor except outdoor candles / plants
- Declutter & store gardening / landscaping / pool equipment
- Mow grass / tend to landscaping
- *TIP: Landscaping should be done no more than 2 days before open house
- Hose off & sweep patio
- Clean outdoor furniture fabric
- Clean windows & window tracks
- Dust light fixtures & fans
- Clean door knobs & switch plates
- Sweep outdoor rugs
- Skim pool if applicable
Think “Resort Vibes”
Miscellaneous
- Fill & paint nail holes
- Touch up paint where needed in each room & hallways
- Ensure that all trash has been removed
- *TIP: If you notice something, even small, potential buyers may also do double checks for tidiness
