Home Preparation Check List

Throughout the Home

  1. Windows: Ensure all windows are clean and free of smudges.

  2. De-clutter: Simplify rooms that may be excessively furnished.

  3. Rugs and Runners: Temporarily remove throw rugs and runners from entryways, kitchens, and bathrooms.

  4. Lighting: Replace any burned-out light bulbs and conceal exposed electrical cords.

Home Exterior

  1. Garbage Cans: Move garbage cans out of sight.

  2. Garden Tools: Remove all garden tools, hoses, and sprinklers.

  3. Children's Items: Put away toys, bikes, and any children's items in the yard or driveway.

  4. Pool Area: If applicable, remove the pool sweep, cleaning equipment, and pool toys.

  5. Yard Maintenance: Mow the yard and sweep driveways, sidewalks, and patios.

  6. Driveway: Remove all vehicles and avoid parking directly in front of the house.

Kitchen

  1. Appliances: Clean major appliances, including the refrigerator, oven, and range hood.

  2. Personal Items: Remove photos, notes, and papers from the refrigerator.

  3. Countertops: Clear off countertops and remove small appliances and clutter.

Bathrooms

  1. Shower/Tub Area: Remove shampoo and other products.

  2. Toilet Seats: Close the lid on all toilet seats.

  3. Mirrors: Ensure mirrors are clean.

  4. Linens: Hang fresh linens.

  5. Countertops: Clear all personal items from countertops.

Living & Family Room

  1. Remote Controls: Hide TV/stereo remote controls.

  2. Cables: Conceal exposed cables.

  3. Clutter: Remove clutter from bookshelves, tables, and cabinets.

  4. Trash Cans: Move trash cans out of view.

  5. Newspapers/Magazines: Remove piles of newspapers and magazines.

Bedrooms

  1. Clothing: Ensure clothes are hung, folded, and put away.

  2. Bedside Tables: Remove items from bedside tables.

  3. Beds: Make all beds and tidy shelves.